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Printer Prices in Zambia

Updated March 2026 · 11 printers + 7 consumables

Compare the latest prices for inkjet, ink tank, and laser printers from Canon, HP, Epson, and Brother in Zambia. Includes ink cartridge, toner, and paper costs.

Modern office printer used for printing documents and photos

Canon · HP · Epson · Brother

Inkjet · Ink Tank · Laser · Consumables

Inkjet & Ink Tank Printers

Ink tank models (Canon G-series, HP Smart Tank, Epson EcoTank) offer dramatically lower per-page costs than traditional cartridge printers.

Canon PIXMA E414

Inkjet (Print/Copy/Scan)

Most affordable Canon MFP. Uses PG-46/CL-56 cartridges.

ZMK 1,200 – 1,600

Canon PIXMA G2020

Ink Tank (Print/Copy/Scan)

Refillable ink tank system — much cheaper per page.

ZMK 3,500 – 4,500

Canon PIXMA G3420

Ink Tank + WiFi

Wireless printing with ink tank. Best home office value.

ZMK 4,800 – 6,000

HP DeskJet 2710

Inkjet (Print/Copy/Scan)

WiFi enabled. Uses HP 305 cartridges.

ZMK 1,800 – 2,500

HP Smart Tank 515

Ink Tank + WiFi

Refillable ink tank, wireless. Very low per-page cost.

ZMK 4,500 – 5,800

Epson EcoTank L3250

Ink Tank + WiFi

Epson EcoTank — huge ink capacity, prints thousands of pages.

ZMK 4,200 – 5,500

Laser Printers

Faster, sharper, and more reliable for high-volume office printing. Mono laser is the most cost-effective for B&W documents.

HP LaserJet M111w

Mono Laser + WiFi

Fast B&W printing, great for offices. Uses HP 150A toner.

ZMK 3,500 – 4,800

HP LaserJet MFP M141w

Mono Laser MFP + WiFi

Print/Copy/Scan + wireless. Best-selling office printer.

ZMK 4,500 – 6,000

HP Color LaserJet MFP M183fw

Color Laser MFP

Full color laser with fax capability.

ZMK 8,000 – 11,000

Brother DCP-L2540DW

Mono Laser MFP + WiFi

Duplex printing, reliable Brand.

ZMK 5,500 – 7,500

Canon imageCLASS LBP6030w

Mono Laser + WiFi

Compact, fast, energy-efficient.

ZMK 3,200 – 4,200

Ink, Toner & Paper Prices

ConsumablePriceYield
HP 305 Ink Cartridge (Black)ZMK 350 – 450~120 pages
HP 305 Ink Cartridge (Tri-color)ZMK 400 – 500~100 pages
Canon PG-46 Cartridge (Black)ZMK 300 – 400~180 pages
Canon Ink Bottle GI-41 (Black)ZMK 180 – 250~6,000 pages
HP 150A Toner (Black)ZMK 800 – 1,100~975 pages
HP 206A Toner (Black)ZMK 1,200 – 1,600~1,350 pages
A4 Paper Ream (500 sheets)ZMK 80 – 120Standard 80gsm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest printer in Zambia?

The cheapest printers in Zambia start around ZMK 1,200-1,600 for basic inkjet models like the Canon PIXMA E414 or HP DeskJet 2330. However, these cartridge-based printers have high per-page costs. For better long-term value, consider ink tank printers (starting at ZMK 3,500) which offer much cheaper printing per page.

Which is better: ink tank or cartridge printer?

Ink tank printers (Canon G-series, HP Smart Tank, Epson EcoTank) are far more economical for regular use. They cost more upfront (ZMK 3,500-6,000) but a single refill bottle costs ZMK 180-250 and prints thousands of pages — compared to cartridges that cost ZMK 300-500 and print only 100-180 pages. If you print more than 50 pages per month, an ink tank printer saves money within 6 months.

Where can I buy printers in Zambia?

Major retailers include FoneStar, CompuAfric, Skynet Technologies, and GameTech in Lusaka. Shoprite/Game stores stock basic HP models. For business printers, authorized distributors like Bytes (HP) and CompuMax (Canon) offer warranty support. Online options include Jumia Zambia and local Facebook marketplace sellers.

How much does it cost to print per page in Zambia?

With a cartridge-based inkjet: approximately ZMK 2.50-4.00 per B&W page and ZMK 4.00-5.00 per color page. With an ink tank printer: approximately ZMK 0.05-0.10 per B&W page and ZMK 0.20-0.30 per color page. With a laser printer: approximately ZMK 0.80-1.20 per B&W page using standard toner.

Should I buy a laser or inkjet printer?

For home use and occasional color photos: inkjet (or ink tank) is best. For offices with heavy B&W printing: a mono laser printer is faster, sharper, and more reliable. Laser toner does not dry out (unlike inkjet ink), making it ideal for infrequent printing too. Color laser printers are expensive but excellent for businesses needing professional-quality documents.

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