Lexmark Z705 Printer Review

Buyers on a budget who need a basic photo printer with solid speeds and good print quality should consider the Lexmark Z705 inkjet unit.  Its fast speeds of up to 17 pages per minute for black and 10 pages per minute for color are impressive, and it has an optional ethernet upgrade for networking.  Lexmark Z705 ink cartridges come in standard and high-yield sizes for more economical printing. 

While the cost of Lexmark Z705 ink cartridges is a bit higher than most competing models, there are high-yield Lexmark Z705 ink cartridges available.  Although the high-yield cartridges have a higher price, they offer a lower cost per page, for a more affordable solution in the long run.  The machine has a very compact footprint, 11.3 inches by 17.3 inches by 14.8 inches, and it weighs only 4.2 pounds. 

Unlike previous Lexmark models, the Z705 supports both Windows and Mac platforms, which will be good news for Mac users.  Setting up the machine is very easy with its intuitive software that walks users through the process.  The software also helps create interesting photo projects and gives detailed information on the status and printer ink levels.  It supports a wide range of paper types, such as envelopes, glossy paper, transparencies, iron-on transfers, banners, index cards and labels.  This gives users a surprising number of printing options for such an affordable unit. 

Consumer reviews of the Lexmark Z705 inkjet unit are very mixed.  Many praise is print speed and quality, as well as its affordable price.  Some mention problems with reliability and dislike its print quality.  Others mention that paper jams and print head alignment issues began to crop up after many months of using the machine. 

Overall, the Lexmark Z705 offers basic photo printing for a very affordable price of printer ink Its compact size will appeal to buyers with tight spaces, and its print speeds are fast for the price. 

Warranty for Compatible/Remanufactured Products

Based on our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee, Ink Technologies will accept returns of compatible or remanufactured ink and toner cartridges for full credit if the returned product has a valid return authorization number and is received in our warehouse within 6 months of the original shipping date.  If there is a confirmed print quality issue, only 1 set of opened products will be accepted for credit returns, and only if less than 30% of the ink or toner has been used. 

Ink Technologies will replace defective compatible or remanufactured products free of charge if the products are returned within 1 year of the original ship date, and provide a return shipping tag for return of the product.