I have used HP laser jets since the mid 80's and have never had problems with any of them. Currently I'm using a 15 year old 2035 that I bought from FleaBay. Net-workable and since I don't do wireless anything, other than my phone, there's no issue with the lack of it in a printer. If need color I can go to Staples.
A cartridge that lasts me 5 years or more is $20; so about 8 cents a week for toner. I can live with that.