Two Ways To Find Great Printer Ink Cartridge Deals Online And What To Look For In A Supplier

2010-05-19

Printer ink is one of those things that should be at home in case of need, since it can cause trouble, annoyance, and anger, when it runs out and there isn't a replacement handy. Though it can be quite costly, there are ways to get printer ink cartridges cheaper online.

The first choice is getting printer ink cartridges from the printer company's website. Most printer companies offer discounts on online printer ink, such as 10%, as well as free shipping, usually next business day, therefore you don't need to wait long for your ink cartridge. It is also possible to enroll in a rewards program which can grant you special offers to use on ink or other printer supplies to save money. This supplier is therefore safe, reliable, and you know that you are getting exactly what you need for your specific printer.

Another good choice can be to look at stores which carry office supplies, either their official online websites, or visiting them in person. These stores usually have a nice variety of ink, as well as rewards, coupons, and offers that can be used. Some give you money back for returning old ink to be recycled. Sometimes the ink at these stores turns out to be cheaper than at the printer company store. However, these stores usually offer free shipping only when a given amount is paid, such as $50. So unless your order is over that amount, don't count on free shipping. These are also reliable, since you can always ask for help online, in store, or over the phone. The advantage that these stores have is that you can easily locate them and go there in person if necessary.

Looking at these two choices, the former, shopping at the printer company's website, if possible, seems like the better choice since you know what you are getting for your money and you get it as cheap as possible, that is, with free shipping, additional discounts, and rewards. The latter, shopping at office supply stores is another good choice, since you can recycle old printer ink cartridges (good for the environment, though you would have to do this in person), get discounts, rewards. The drawback? You may be tempted to shop for other things while on the store website, unless you're doing it only for the purpose of getting free shipping.

A word of advice: check your printer ink cartridges before they become extremely low. Since online printer ink is easy to get, and is quite inexpensive, it would be hard to come up with an excuse, even in this economy, that your lack of money equals not being able to print an important document.