Epson officially discontinued the LQ-300 II in most regions after 2020, but genuine ribbons, print heads, and replacement parts remain widely available (e.g., from Epson authorized partners or aftermarket suppliers like Printronix, TallyGenicom). For new purchases, consider the Epson LQ-350 II or LQ-590II for modern equivalents.

| Feature | LQ-300 II | LQ-350 II | |---------|-----------|-----------| | Print head pins | 9-pin | 24-pin | | Print quality | Draft/NLQ (lower) | Letter quality (higher) | | Speed (cps) | 300 max | 350 max | | Multi-part forms | 1+3 | 1+5 (original + 5 copies) | | Best for | Receipts, invoices | Invoices, shipping, barcodes | | Price tier | Budget/Entry | Mid-range |

Operates at 225 cps at 10 cpi. It provides clean characters while preserving fabric ribbon life.

The Epson LQ-300 II is a dot matrix printer designed for high-volume printing in demanding environments. Building on the success of its predecessor, the LQ-300, this printer offers improved performance, reliability, and features that make it an ideal solution for businesses, organizations, and individuals with high printing needs.