

Photo: Kyle Fitzgeraldįlaws but not dealbreakers: Because it's an inkjet printer, the 8720 can clog if it's left unused for too long, so an inkjet may not be best for you if you don't print often.

With the output tray neatly placed behind the OfficeJet Pro 8720 printer's touchscreen, your documents won't fall onto your desk or floor after you've printed them. We also love the 8720 model's design its recessed output tray, which keeps your printed pages from getting knocked to the floor, is a stroke of ergonomic genius.

This model can also take advantage of HP's unique Instant Ink program, which is a great option if you print a lot of full-color pages or glossy photos. The HP's up-front cost is reasonable for this sort of machine, and operating costs are low: under 2¢ per page for black-and-white and under 10¢ per page for color. It will even send faxes, if that's still something you need to do. Because it's an all-in-one machine, it can print, scan, and copy two-sided, and does so at a rapid clip. In our testing for the best all-in-one printer, we found that this model delivers great-looking color prints and sharp text. It can print from pretty much any device you can think of, because it works with Windows, MacOS, Linux, ChromeOS, iOS, and Android. Why we like it: HP's OfficeJet Pro 8720 is one of the least annoying printers we've ever used, thanks to its straightforward setup, reliable Wi-Fi, smooth touchscreen interface, and well-designed software. Who this is for: Families-particularly those with school-age kids-or anyone who needs a machine that can reliably do it all. The best all-around home printer: Inkjet all-in-one

We've also got recommendations for the best, least frustrating printers you can buy, whether you print every now and then or every day, run a home business, need to print projects for school-age kids, or even if you're a photographer who wants to print high-quality images at home. It delivers high-quality prints from any device you use, can scan and copy, and is just better designed ergonomically than the competition. The reliable, simple-to-operate HP OfficeJet Pro 8720, an all-in-one color inkjet, is a good choice for most people who need to print regularly at home. In total, we've spent nearly 500 hours researching hundreds of inkjet and laser printers, and testing dozens of them. Read the full guide to home printers here.įrom the very beginning of Wirecutter's existence, we've been testing printers. When readers choose to buy Wirecutter's independently chosen editorial picks, Wirecutter and Engadget may earn affiliate commission. This post was done in partnership with Wirecutter.
