I have been using an HP 5 in one for the last 6yrs and it uses seperate ink cart.
I have made my own name tags for my quilts and and they turn out great. I also use it for Photos and love the results.
I have printed photos on fabric and used these to make family memory quilts,it prints these well on black and color photos.
I have made magnetic signs to put on cars and my own business cards,as well as birthday,Christmas,Easter cards. I haven't
had any major problems with HP brand.I have faxed many things all over the United States with no problem's.