India, Aug. 9 -- Buying a printer often starts with looking at the price tag, but that rarely tells the whole story. Many buyers choose an inexpensive cartridge printer only to discover that replacing ink every few weeks or months quickly becomes more expensive than the printer itself. This is often called the "ink cartridge trap". While ink tank printers usually cost more upfront, they are designed to print thousands of pages before requiring a refill.

Over several years of use, they can significantly reduce printing expenses, making them a smarter investment for students, families, small businesses and anyone who prints regularly. With Amazon's latest sale bringing discounts on a wide range of printers, it is also a good time to compar...