Stories by Melissa Riofrio

Oki Printing Solutions C3530n Color Laser Multifunction Printer

Oki Printing Solutions' C3530n colour LED multifunction juggles the same responsibilities as its competitors do

Samsung ML-1630 monochrome laser printer

Samsung's ML-1630 is a personal monochrome laser that looks more like a concrete slab -- and has an idiosyncratic personality. It's not very practical, but it is, at least, inexpensive, and adequate for light office or home use.

Kodak EasyShare 5500 All-In-One

The Kodak EasyShare 5500 All-In-One's poky speed and high price detract from this multifunction printer's useful small-office/home-office and shutterbug features.

Canon Pixma MX700 multifunction printer

The Canon Pixma MX700 colour inkjet multifunction printer offers strong overall performance for a comfortably mid-range price

HP LaserJet P1505 Monochrome Laser Printer

HP targets the entry-level laser market with the impressively speedy, if otherwise unremarkable, LaserJet P1505 monochrome printer

Dell Laser Printer 1720dn

The Dell Laser Printer 1720dn is a capable, well-equipped laser printer can handle both small-office and workgroup needs, and has room to grow.

Oki Printing Solutions B4400n Monochrome Laser Printer

A good printer, but one that is overshadowed by competitors that offer more for less.

Canon Pixma iP4500 Inkjet Printer

Faster than even some low-end lasers, the Pixma iP4500 inkjet printer generates great text and photos.

Canon Pixma iP3500 Inkjet Printer

The iP3500 inkjet printer offers impressive speed, very good output, and useful features for a low price.

Brother HL-4040CN

For this colour laser printer, a sometimes-awkward design offsets good pricing, speed and print quality.

Canon Pixma MP210

Jump at this MFP's low price only if you can tolerate a confusing control panel and sparse copy capabilities.

Canon Pixma MP470

This MFP's low price includes full photo capabilities and a 1.8-inch LCD, as well as good scanning, copying and printing features.

Dell Color Laser Printer 1320c

Dell's Color Laser Printer 1320c offers surprisingly good colour quality for a low acquisition price. Its toner is expensive, however, and its control panel is confusing.

HP Photosmart C5280

This all-in-one offers many features (such as CD/DVD printing) and great photo quality, but its speeds are below average.

Brother MFC-9420CN

Brother is pushing the MFC-9420CN as a business-friendly multifunction device (MFD). It's quick and built for high volume, with a 250-sheet paper tray and a 35-page automatic document feeder, and the device's colour-faxing capabilities are excellent....