Epson LQ-690IIN dot matrix printer 360 x 180 DPI 487 cps

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The Epson LQ-690IIN is a proper old-school dot matrix workhorse, and that’s exactly why it’s still relevant. If you’re printing things like invoices, delivery notes, or any multi-part stationery (think “impact printing” where paper sets actually matter), this will feel dependable and cost-effective over time. The speed figure looks good on paper, but the real-world win is that it’s built for continuous, boring throughput and tough paper handling rather than looking fancy.

That said, £629 ex-VAT isn’t “impulse buy” money. I wouldn’t buy this if you mainly print modern documents, PDFs, or one-off labels—there you’d typically do better with a laser or thermal solution unless you specifically need impact printing. Also, dot matrix isn’t quiet or particularly pleasant to live with in an open office. If you need it for the right job (legacy systems, multipart forms, environments that demand durability), it’s a solid choice; if you don’t, it’s an expensive way to keep a technology you could have moved on from.