Canon

Canon MegaTank PIXMA G3290

Ranked #17 in Printers

81 LP on the category ladder what's LP?

Poor color accuracy and fragile build. Avoid for serious work.

Consolidated from 27 cited sources across 25 outlets

Where the cited sources landed, as we read them

22 positive sources
3 mixed sources
1 unconvinced source

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Flagged as a product to avoid

3 of 8 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick.

Reputation for ink leakage and inconsistent print quality. Firmware updates are sparse, increasing the risk of long-term failure.
Flagged 27 July 2026

1 earlier flag predates the point where runs began recording their reasoning, so its grounds were never written down.

Reputation for ink leakage and inconsistent print quality. Firmware updates are sparse, increasing the risk of long-term failure.
Flagged 27 July 2026
Poor color accuracy and fragile build; avoid for serious work.
Flagged 13 September 2026

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Pros & cons

✓ Large ink tank capacity
✓ Good for high volume printing
✓ Solid print quality
✓ High-quality color photos with vibrant detail
✓ Low running cost compared to other photo printers

✗ Poor color accuracy
✗ Fragile design
✗ Ink leakage
✗ Inconsistent print quality
✗ Ink tank leaks

The sources behind this ranking

We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found.

Evidence 4 articles, 22 video reviews and 1 community source

22 positive sources

Tom's Guide Article

And thanks to its easy setup process, robust wireless support (this thing can print via Wi-Fi or a smartphone app) and low ink costs (we estimate color prints cost roughly 0.9 cents per page, significantly lower than the 1.9 cent per page category average), I recommend the Canon MegaTank Pixma G3290 for anyone seeking an affordable, reliable ink all-in-one printer, especially for photo printing.

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MDTechVideos MDTechVideos · 692K subscribers · Jun 2025

So, pretty straightforward process on that, guys. So, you have Wi-Fi connection. I think it's Wi-Fi 4 or 5. You have Apple AirPrint. And then there's also the Canon Print app you can use as well. I think it's even Energy Star certified, so it's an energy conscious printer as well. So, should hopefully be a pretty straightforward process, guys, of installing and setting that up.

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Tom's Guide Article

The MegaTank Pixma G3290 was consistent in our speed tests. Neither blisteringly fast nor agonizingly slow, the G3290 tended to perform at roughly average speeds. It printed our five-page text document in 32.8 seconds, or 9.2 pages per minute (ppm).

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Review with Harper & Max Review with Harper & Max · 114K subscribers · Mar 2026

Number two, Canon MegaTank G3290. The Canon G3290 is like the G3270's more grown-up sibling. You still get that same 6,000 black and 7,700 color page yield on a full set of ink, the same mega tank savings, and the same all-in-one functions, print, scan, copy. But there are two big upgrades. A 2.7 in color LCD touchscreen instead of the tiny square display. Auto two-sided printing duplex.

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Ferax contato.ferax · reviewer

For a household or student who wants cheap, reliable printing plus better-than-average photos in a small, affordable package, the G3290 is one of the best value supertanks available.

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Gadgets Corner Gadgets Corner · 8.7K subscribers · Apr 2026

The Canon Mega Tank G3290 all in one wireless printer is a cost-efficient and feature-rich printer designed for home users and small offices. With its refillable ink tank system, automatic duplex printing, and wireless connectivity, it delivers high-volume printing at a low cost while maintaining excellent quality and convenience. All-in-one functionality: print, scan, copy.

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I’m SO excited for June’s envelopes thanks to @canonusa ♥️ In case you missed it, I’m using the Canon MegaTank PIXMA G3290!

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Tech Talk Central Tech Talk Central · 1.4K subscribers · Dec 2025

the thing that stands out with the G3290 is Canon's promise. They include enough ink in the box to last up to two years.

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Gadget droid Gadget droid · 1.3K subscribers · Apr 2026

This feature is a total game-changer for anyone who's tired of being tethered to their printer. With the ability to print, copy, and scan wirelessly, you can effortlessly send documents and photos from your smartphone, tablet, or laptop to the printer and have them printed out in no time.

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My Shop Reviews My Shop Reviews · 1K subscribers · May 2026

Canon Megatank G3290 Is The Best All-In-One For Your Home Office

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PickNProof PickNProof · 615 subscribers · Nov 2025

If you want premium features in a budget printer, this model delivers professional performance at a great value. Number three, Maxify GX 2020. The Maxify GX2020 is built for home and small office power users. It's equipped with duplex printing, a refillable ink tank system, and a compact desktop design that fits neatly into any workspace.

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Tech Gear Tech Gear · 520 subscribers · Sept 2025

Overall, the Canon MegaTank G3290 is an excellent choice for anyone who needs to print a lot and wants to save money on ink, all while getting a printer with a solid feature set.

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tech cali tech cali · 357 subscribers · Aug 2025

The Canon Meadk G3290 all-in-one wireless SuperDink printer is a powerhouse of printing performance, versatility, and long-term savings. Engineered for home users, small businesses, and students alike. This is not just another inkjet printer. It's a highly efficient inksaving machine designed to streamline your printing, copying, and scanning needs while drastically cutting down on ink costs.

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EchoTech EchoTech · 351 subscribers · Feb 2026

This device is a gamecher for anyone looking to upgrade their home or office printing experience. With its impressive array of features and user benefits, you'll be wondering how you ever managed without it. One of the standout features of the Canon Megaank G3290 is its wireless print, copy, and scan capabilities.

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Tech with Segnar Tech with Segnar · 309 subscribers · Apr 2026

The Canon MegaTank G3290 all-in-one wireless super tank printer is exactly that kind of device. It focuses on solving the biggest problems people face with printers, especially ink costs and usability. The first thing that stands out is the MegaTank system. Instead of using traditional cartridges that run out quickly and cost a lot to replace, >> this printer uses refillable ink tanks.

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TechoOye TechoOye · 294 subscribers · Apr 2026

Print quality is solid across the board. Text comes out crisp and dark, which is important for office documents or homework, and color prints are vibrant with decent photo quality for casual prints. Now, if you're looking for professional photo lab level prints, there are higher end options, but for everyday home and office use, this delivers more than enough. Speed-wise, it's respectable.

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Techmint Techmint · 189 subscribers · Dec 2025

The Mega Tank system is genuinely impressive. It's quiet, fast, and the ink refilling process is almost mess-free. The touchscreen makes navigation far easier than older Canon printers. Eight, who should buy it? Students printing notes and assignments. Home offices printing contracts and invoices. Small businesses printing forms and color materials. Anyone needing affordable long-term printing.

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Tech Genius Tech Genius · 126 subscribers · Jun 2026

Another feature that really impressed me is the massive amount of ink that comes with this printer.

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Gadgetinfo4u Gadgetinfo4u · 80 subscribers · May 2026

Another feature that really stands out with the Canon MegaTank G3290 is the incredible value you get with the included ink.

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Suman Bista Suman Bista · 17 subscribers · May 2026

Um, this incredible device is packed with features that are going to change the way you print, copy, and scan at home or in the office. From its sleek design to its cuttingedge technology, the Canon MegaDank G3290E is a gamecher.

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Titan Electronics Titan Electronics · 17 subscribers · Apr 2026

I am absolutely in love with this printer. Um and these are some of the ones I just printed out. So, it it's printed all of these and these I just printed maybe a minute ago. You can see the colors. Oh, and this is also printed on draft. If you print on draft, it prints a lot quicker and there really isn't a whole lot of difference. Um I And of course you'll see you see lines in it.

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tech ss tech ss · 8 subscribers · Apr 2026

One of the biggest advantages of the Canon MegaTank G3290 is the super tank ink design. Unlike traditional cartridge printers, this system uses refillable ink tanks, which can significantly reduce long-term printing costs for users who print frequently.

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Tom's Guide Article

The Canon MegaTank Pixma G3290 is an ink tank all-in-one that delivers great prints with low ink costs and an affordable up-front price, making it my top recommendation for folks seeking a great budget printer. Of course, you shouldn't expect a lot of bells and whistles on this entry-level all-in-one. It has no document feeder and only one paper tray, plus the speed of copies and prints is pretty average, so you won't be flying through big print jobs.

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Reviewsinside Reviewsinside · 4.6K subscribers · Apr 2025

On the plus side, the Mega Tank system really stands out. Having 2 years worth of ink included means you won't need to worry about running out anytime soon, making this printer ideal for high volume users. The wireless connectivity works flawlessly, and the autoduplex printing is a big win for anyone needing to print both sides of a page automatically. The printer is also relatively compact considering its all-in-one functionality, which is great if you're tight on space. However, there are a few drawbacks.

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Your Review Channel Your Review Channel · 117 subscribers · Jan 2026

While the ink savings are massive, this printer does have a slightly larger physical footprint than some basic models due to those integrated super tanks. Also, the initial setup involves carefully filling the tanks with the ink bottles, which takes a few more minutes than just snapping in a new cartridge.

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Brutal Reviews Brutal Reviews · 2.5K subscribers · Dec 2025

Verdict: Look, if you only print text documents, want cheap ink, and have infinite patience, the Canon G3290 might work for you. But if you print photos, need reliable Wi-Fi, care about color accuracy, or value your time, this printer will test your sanity. Brutal reviews verdict. Not worth the frustration for creatives or heavy users. My link is in the description if you dare.

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It ranks #17 of 19 on our printers tier list, in F tier. That placement draws on 27 cited sources across 25 outlets.

1 of the 26 sources with a clear view is critical of it: Brutal Reviews. Poor color accuracy. Fragile design. Ink leakage. Inconsistent print quality. Ink tank leaks.