Canon multifunction printer advice sought

[IanW18]

I am looking to purchase a new Canon ink tank scanner/printer for home use and have a few specific criteria in mind. I would appreciate any experiences or comparisons anyone could share regarding different models.

Here are my requirements:

- A paper cassette tray
- Ink Tank/Megatank system
- Good quality black text
- Reasonable to good quality color pictures
- Automatic duplex printing would be a plus
- A long warranty
- Efficient ink usage (for example, MX925 had issues with this), as I tend to print small amounts weekly
- Ideally, the price should be under £300 (there are some good Black Friday deals available)

I have looked into the Maxify range but am struggling to understand the benefits of the models GX1050, GX2050, GX3050, and GX5550. Would spending a bit more on the higher-numbered machines help me meet or exceed my criteria?

 

[ljstart-canon]

Canon multifunction printers are multipurpose devices that can print, scan, copy, and occasionally fax. Use high-quality ink, clean the print heads frequently, and make sure the driver is installed correctly using ij.start.canon to optimize efficiency. Make sure you have a steady Wi-Fi connection for wireless models. For increased efficiency, investigate technologies like cloud connectivity and duplex printing. For enduring performance, heed maintenance advice.