Amazon Basics Printer Paper Review: A Boring Bestseller That Just Works

Printer paper is about as commoditized as office supplies get, and this is one of the clearest cases where the store-brand option is genuinely indistinguishable from pricier alternatives in daily use.

What we liked

• Jam-free in both inkjet and laser printers across normal use — no more finicky than name-brand paper.
• 92 brightness rating looks crisp for standard documents and most home or office printing, not just draft-quality output.
• Reliably priced lower than brand-name reams without a noticeable quality gap.

What could be better

• Not the paper to reach for if you need something heavier for presentation-quality double-sided color printing.
• Ream wrapping is thinner than some brands, so stacked reams can shift in storage.

Should you buy it?

For everyday printing — documents, forms, homework — there's little reason to pay more for a name brand. This covers the basics exactly as promised.

Check price on Amazon