S peed If speed is an issue, be prepared to sacrifice quality. Not all printers offer the same tradeoffs, but better printing quality requires lower speeds, all else being equal. In many cases printing t a variety of different media is supported, including transparencies, coated paper, regular paper, etc. Look for a printer that will allow you to print on the different surfaces you require while also giving you the best possible results when using inexpensive plain paper. Also consider the different paper sizes you may want to use.
Some printers support printing on a wider variety of paper sizes than others.
N etworking If you are going to be sharing your printer with others on a network, make sure the printer supports networking. B undled Software Most printers will come with a number of software titles that will help you get the most out of the printer. I don't think purchasing decisions should be made based on the bundled software additional programs are always available separately but it is nice to know that the printers arrive prepared for nearly every kind of work you may want it to do. Accessories are often limited to the type of paper or inks you can use in conjunction with the printer but some include the media to produce T-shirt transfers and photo mugs. T echnical Support Technical support, or the lack thereof, is a major issue.