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Tech · Asked June 26, 2026
Best home printer under $300 for students?
Verdict
Split
1 of 3 models chose Canon MegaTank Pixma G3290
33%split
Where the models landed
Canon MegaTank Pixma G3290
1 of 3
ChatGPT
Low ink costs, strong print quality, scanning/copying, and duplex printing make it the best student-friendly all-in-one under $300.
Brother MFC-L2820DW
1 of 3
Claude
Fast duplex mono laser all-in-one with cheap high-yield toner makes it the most economical choice for printing essays and scanning notes through graduation.
Brother HL-L2460DW
1 of 3
Gemini
This compact monochrome laser printer is exceptionally reliable, offering fast double-sided printing with very low long-term running costs.