About the methodology: today (July 21, 2008) I went online and noted our prices, then found the prices for the OEM versions on Amazon.com.
The comparisons should be accurate; however, if anybody doesn't believe I'm being fair, you're more than welcome to comment. In fact, you're encouraged to.
As you can see, the prices are both striking and significant. How can that be, you might ask; which leads to another way compatibles are better than OEMs.
Second: They are recyclable and recycled. Each cartridge shell is reused as long as it maintains its structural integrity. The only parts that are consistently replaced are the OPC drums, wiper blades, and other worn parts. This is good for the earth. And, it's good for you.
Third: As I mentioned in a previous post, it takes 3 1/2 quarts of oil to manufacture a single toner cartridge shell. You want to help lower the price of oil? Stay away from new printer cartridges and opt, instead, for earth-friendly compatibles.
Fourth: How much do you value the privacy of what's on your computer? Most people don't realize that many OEM cartridges contain a microchip that may be in constant communication with the official manufacturer. Companies such as Lexmark (which practically gives away its printers, but charges the proverbial limb for cartridges) is currently in litigation to prevent a compatible manufacturer from offering an equivalent cartridge substitute.
Fifth: Most manufactures are too diffuse and diversified to offer the quality of customer service that most compatible resellers of compatible toner cartridges are able to provide. Who do you think is going to get more attention at a company like HP or Brother: The guy who's having problems with his $500 printer or Fax or Plasma TV or PC . . . or the guy who can't figure out how to install his $40.00 laser cartridge?
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