Printing documents at home or in a small office can quickly become frustrating when ink runs out frequently, text looks faded or running costs start adding up. A printer that works well for photographs may not necessarily be the right choice for pages of reports, assignments, invoices or other paperwork.

I looked at printers with document printing in mind, focusing on the things that matter during regular use. Sharp text, economical ink usage, easy connectivity and hassle free maintenance can make a bigger difference than having a long list of extra features. Here are the models worth considering if most of your printing involves everyday documents.

The HP Smart Tank 589 is an all in one ink tank printer designed for home and small office use. It supports printing, scanning and copying, with WiFi connectivity for convenient wireless printing. The refillable ink system is rated for up to 4,000 black and 6,000 colour pages, making it suitable for regular document printing. It also supports borderless printing and mobile printing through the HP app, AirPrint and Mopria, although duplex printing is manual.

What are buyers saying?

Buyers generally praise the print quality, easy setup and low running costs. The printer has a strong overall rating, although some users mention connectivity and occasional setup issues.