HP 1012 Toner
LaserJet 1012 Toner Cartridges

HP 1012 Printer Review

For basic monochrome laser printing, it is hard to beat the HP LaserJet 1012. It offers simple, fast and high-quality printing in a compact machine that won't take up too much space in a tight office. Though it doesn't include some of the bells and whistles of more expensive models, it does have the reliable performance a small office user needs, and printer toner costs are low (i.e. compatible HP toner cartridges), as HP 1012 toner is very affordably-priced.

The HP 1012 may surprise you with its fast speed of 15 pages per minute, especially for the price. The "instant-on" fuser can output the first page in as little as 10 seconds. The machine is powered by a 133 MHz processor and includes 8 MB of memory, so it can handle graphic prints and complex documents with ease. The 600 dpi printing engine provides crisp, sharp print quality.

The unit has two paper trays: a 150-sheet standard tray and a 10-sheet priority input tray which is perfect for alternate media types or sizes. Many media types are supported, such as transparencies, labels, envelopes and cards. The trays can hold media up to legal size for added flexibility. The software supports all modern versions of Windows and Mac operating systems.

The cost of toners can add up with any printer, but HP 1012 toner cartridges are very affordable. The combination of low price and the large capacity of LaserJet 1012 toner cartridges give them a cost per page lower than most competing models. Third-party compatible LaserJet 1012 toner is also widely available, lowering costs even more.

Finding a basic monochrome printer is easy, but for buyers who want affordability and performance in a compact design, the HP LaserJet 1012 would be a great choice. Its affordable price and the low cost of HP 1012 toner is a winning combination for staying under budget.