Pitney Bowes DM100i Ink Cartridges

Pitney Bowes DM100i Printer Review

The Pitney Bowes DM100i is a digital mailing system that tries to strike a balance between small simple machines that provide basic functionality and large, bulky devices that have more advanced features. It takes up less space than bulkier models, but still includes great features, and still handles up to 30 pieces per minute. The Pitney Bowes DM100i printer ink used by the inkjet system saves money as well.

The base model of the DM100i has measurements of 8.5x13.6x15.4 inches, and weighs around 15 pounds. A scale is optional, and a moistener adds the ability to seal envelopes, but also adds to the unit's height by about 15 inches. The control panel is quite intuitive, with buttons for most common features such as adding postage and viewing reports.

Managing the device from the control panel can sometimes be challenging, so the DM100i includes a USB port, which can communicate with the included software. This makes it much easier to view system reports, add postage, and track accounts in a much larger interface than the 4-line LCD screen on the unit.

The Pitney Bowes DM100i ink cartridges use very little printer ink for each envelope, which allows them to last as long as 6 months under average use. This makes the Pitney Bowes DM100i ink system one of the most cost-effective solutions for mailing on the market. At the highest settings, the inkjet system can achieve a resolution of 600x400 dpi for sharp results.

For those buyers who don't need the functionality or the bulky design of more advanced mailing systems, but also don't want to be limited by more compact devices, the DM100i could be a great fit. It has an affordable purchase price, provides solid speeds, and uses inexpensive Pitney Bowes DM100i ink cartridges, making it a great value for a small or mid-sized office.