Finding Linux Compatible Printers

If you are looking for Linux compatible printers, in this article, you will find printers that seamlessly integrate with Linux operating systems. We’ll explore a selection of high-quality printers from various brands, along with valuable resources, to ensure a smooth printing experience on Linux.

I’ll keep working on repairing broken links leading to printer manufacturers’ product pages and replace them with Amazon links that point to the most up-to-date printer models. By doing so, over time, fewer web links on this page will point to obsolete or discontinued manufacturer pages. Pricing will continue to change.

This list was first published on June 7, 2014, and last updated on October 2, 2023.

Recommended Linux compatible printers – by HP

In general, HP offers the most extensive range of printers compatible with Linux. Here are a few that I can personally suggest.

HP Deskjet Series

• HP DeskJet 2755e – Wireless All-in-One Printer, Mobile Print, Scan & Copy. ~ $85
• HP DeskJet 4155e – Wireless All-in-One Printer, Mobile Print, Scan & Copy. ~ $100

HP ENVY Series

• HP ENVY 6055e – Wireless All-in-One Printer. ~ $130
• HP ENVY 6455e – Wireless All-in-One Printer. ~ $150

HP OfficeJet Series

• HP OfficeJet 8015e – Wireless Color All-in-One Printer. ~ $160
• HP OfficeJet 200 – (Portable/battery-powered) Wireless Color All-in-One Printer. ~ $390

HP OfficeJet Pro Series

• HP OfficeJet Pro 8025e – All-in-One Wireless Printer. ~ $225
• HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e – All-in-One Wireless Printer. ~ $290

HP LaserJet Pro Series

• HP LaserJet Pro M203dw – Wireless Monochrome All-in-One Printer w/ Ethernet. ~ $100
• HP LaserJet MFP M234dw – Wireless Monochrome All-in-One Printer w/ Ethernet. ~ $240

HP Color LaserJet Pro Series

• HP Color LaserJet Pro M182nw Wireless All-in-One Laser Printer, Scan & Copy. ~ $400
• HP Color LaserJet Pro M283fdw Wireless All-in-One Laser Printer, Scan & Copy. ~ $500

Recommended Linux compatible printers – other brands

While HP dominates the printing market share, here are some other high-quality printer brands to consider.

Brother Printers

• Brother HL-L2300D – Monochrome Laser Printer with Duplex Printing. ~ $120
• Brother HL-L2350DW – Compact Laser Printer with Wireless. ~ $150
• Brother HL-L2390DW – Copy & Scan, Wireless Printing. ~ $190
• Brother DCPL2550DW – Monochrome Laser Multi-Function Printer & Copier. ~ $200
• Brother HL-L3290CDW – Compact Digital Color Printer Providing Laser Printer. ~ $300

Canon Printers

• Canon imageCLASS MF232w – Mono Laser 3 in 1, WiFi Direct, Mobile Ready Printer – $300
• Canon Color imageCLASS LBP632Cdw – Wireless Mobile Ready Laser Printer, 22ppm. ~ $350
• Canon imageCLASS MF753Cdw – Wireless Laser All-in-One Color Printer. ~ $650

Lexmark Printers

• Lexmark B3442dw Monochrome Laser Printer with Full-Spectrum Security. ~ $350
• Lexmark MC3224dwe Color Multifunction Laser Printer with Print, Copy, and Scan. ~ $400

Xerox Printers

The prices of some Xerox printers have more than doubled since the last update in 2020! Purchase only if you find them at a good price. 

• Xerox Phaser 6510/DN – Color Laser Printer. Envelopes, Paper. ~ $300
• Xerox VersaLink C400/DN – Color Laser Printer. Envelopes, Paper. ~ $500
• Xerox WorkCentre 6515/DNI – Color Multifunction Printer, Amazon Dash Replenishment Ready. ~ $600

Epson Printers

Thanks to valuable feedback from readers, I’ve received advice indicating that certain newer models in the Epson ET series lack official Linux support from Epson. Consequently, I’ve chosen to exclude the Epson ET series from this page. This decision is not a declaration of their incompatibility but rather an acknowledgment of my lack of confidence in personally endorsing their compatibility.

Make sure to search here first or contact Epson about Linux support. Some users on the Linux Mint forums have solved their Epson ET compatibility issues. However, be aware that the Epson ET series does not seem to be plug-and-play compatible with Linux and may require extra research and work to get things set up.

Photo and Label printers

• HP Envy 5055 Wireless Color Photo Printer with Scan and Copy – $150 (This is my current printer. It’s a bit outdated now)
• Canon SELPHY CP1300 Wireless Compact Photo Printer with AirPrint – $150
• POLONO Thermal Label Printer – 4×6 Shipping Label Printer for Shipping Packages. ~ $150
• ROLLO Label Printer – Commercial Grade Direct Thermal High-Speed Printer – 4×6 Printer – $200

Lists & Databases of Linux Compatible Printers 2020

• The Linux Foundation printer database – Openprinting.org/printers.
• H-node, list of Linux compatible printers – H-node.org/printers/catalogue.
• Printer & All-in-one for GNU / Linux store – Thinkpenguin.com/catalog/printer-all-one-gnulinux.
• HP Linux Imaging and Printing – Developers.hp.com/hp-linux-imaging-and-printing.
• Ubuntu community help page for Linux printing – Help.ubuntu.com/community/Printers.

Manufacturer installation

HP has the largest selection of free software-compatible printers. Some manufacturers require the installation of proprietary software. Let me know when the links below begin to break again.

Have these manufacturers never heard of URL redirects?! :)

• HP Printers – Install and maintain HP printers using HP tools.
• Brother Printers – Install Brother printer drivers and utilities.
• Canon Printers – Install Canon printers using Canon tools.
• Lexmark Printers – Install Lexmark laser printers using Lexmark tools.
• Xerox Printers – Install Xerox printers using Xerox tools.

Oct 2nd, 2023 update – replaced outdated printers with new recommendations. Fixed broken links to manufacture pages.
Aug 22nd, 2020 update – added reader feedback and removed the Epson ET series recommendation.
Feb 24th, 2020 update – see the “Epson ET” series paragraph. No good news yet. I will remove it in the next update.
Oct 23rd, 2019 update – replaced a few printers with their newer models.

Is something missing from this page? Please suggest high-quality Linux compatible printers below.