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Amazon Basics Copy Paper review (5 Reams)
A 2,500-sheet case of smooth, bright-white multipurpose paper for laser and inkjet printers, copiers, and fax machines.
Quick take
This case includes 5 reams (2,500 sheets) of 8.5" x 11" multipurpose copy paper at 20 lb weight, rated 92 bright white (104 Euro brightness) for crisp printing and good contrast. It works across laser and inkjet printers, copiers, and fax machines, and it's virgin, acid-free paper meant to resist yellowing over time.
From our own use
I have used many types of copy paper in office copiers and home printers. Amazon Basics paper performs as well as, or better than, the paper I've purchased from office-supply stores, and its price is usually very competitive.
| Brand | Amazon Basics |
| Weight | 20 lb |
| Brightness | 92 (104 Euro) |
| Sheet size | 8.5" x 11" |
| Reams | 5 (2,500 sheets total) |
| Case weight | 25.3 lbs |
Who it's for
Good fit
- Home offices or businesses needing reliable everyday copy paper
- Anyone comparing against pricier office-supply-store brands on cost
- Multi-device households using both laser and inkjet printers
Skip it if
- You need specialty paper (photo, cardstock, etc.) rather than standard copy paper
Performance and daily use
The smooth 20lb weight is meant to feed reliably through printers and copiers without jamming, while the 92 brightness rating gives good contrast for both text and color printing. Being acid-free matters for anything meant to be kept long-term — printed documents won't yellow the way cheaper acidic paper can over time.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Competitive price versus office-supply-store brands
- Works across laser, inkjet, copiers, and fax
- 92 bright white for crisp contrast
- Acid-free, resists yellowing over time
Cons
- Standard copy paper only, no specialty finishes
- Large 5-ream case takes storage space
Frequently asked questions
How many sheets are in this case?
2,500 sheets total, across 5 reams of 500.
Does it work with inkjet printers?
Yes, it's rated for laser and inkjet printers, as well as copiers and fax machines.
What brightness rating does it have?
92 bright white (104 Euro brightness).
Is it acid-free?
Yes, it's virgin, acid-free paper meant to resist yellowing.