Opinions on Lexmark, Please

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I hope that you don't mind me posting here. I know nothing about computer hardware. I am not a computer expert of any kind. I am posting to get the best information that I can. I was wondering if anyone could tell me the best brand for the least money as far as multifuntional printers go - color copier, scanner, and stand alone digital camera photo printing.
I had been looking at a Lexmark P6250, but a friend said that Lexmark isn't any good. Is that true? He said to buy an Epson, but I'm not sure I want to spend that much right now. Thanks for any help you can give me.
 
Well I think that Lexmarks are mostly a hit and miss however, I have well had 2 Lexmark X75's and my parents have to Lexmark X83s which are both multi's. One of my Lexmark x75's died however Lexmark is really good with their warranties. They shipped me a new printer before I even shipped my old one back no questions asked. However a few weeks later the other died. The one they sent me still works to this day and its about 3 years old now. My parents' Lexmarks' has had no problems at all and both are working strong to this day. I know a lot of people who have had problems but that could be because obviously the more out there...the more chance for error I suppose so I wouldnt hold it against them, I'd for sure by another Lexmark printer again in the future. They have a SOLID warranty and customer service is just fantastic. That said....if I had the extra money I'd get an Epson.

-hydro
 
They were in the middle of some serious shit about a year ago when it was found out that they were collecting information about various printing aspects from their customers without their knowledge.
 
Order said:
They were in the middle of some serious shit about a year ago when it was found out that they were collecting information about various printing aspects from their customers without their knowledge.
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Wow, I never even heard about that...how did they go about doing this? Through their software?
 
Even though printers are becoming less expensive, you still get what you pay for. A mid range HP printer, like the 2610 is a good solid printer. My dad has the less expensive all in one from HP, a 1600 I think. It does well and he has had zero issues.
 
zoobaby said:
Even though printers are becoming less expensive, you still get what you pay for. A mid range HP printer, like the 2610 is a good solid printer. My dad has the less expensive all in one from HP, a 1600 I think. It does well and he has had zero issues.
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I have the 2610xi also, and I love it. I also prefer HP. I firmly believe that they give you the best value for your dollar. Printer manufacturers are making money on ink now. Sometimes they even lose money on printers just to get them into your home.

Even though I dislike Lexmark, I dont think it is fair to say they suck. I agree with acphydro as far as Lexmark being hit & miss. From what I have noticed, to get a decent Lexmark, you need to dish out some heavy cash.

Pepsi or Coke? :D
 
you couldnt give me a lexmark matter of fact Ive turned down a couple of freebies... just dont like them.
 
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