Printer Holiday Buyer’s Guide 2009: Laser/LED
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Just as inkjets are predominately found in homes, laser and LED printers can be found in home offices and small, medium and large businesses.
What makes laser and LED printers so attractive to business owners? Many things, including: low cost of ownership, fast print speeds, reliable quality documents, standard networking, large monthly duty cycles, the list goes on and on. While the holiday season usually finds businesses cutting back, we’ve included several low cost laser and LED printers in our list for even the tightest of office budgets.
Stocking stuffers
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Toner, paper, and cords Stuff their stockings with the necessary supplies so they’ll be off and printing. Toner, copy paper, porfessional paper, USB cables, and Ethernet cables are just a few possible options. Looking for free or discounted supplies?Join Staples Rewards program and receive $3 to be used on future purchases for each used toner cartridge turned in! |
$100 – $300
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The P2035n does everything its supposed to do well; fast print speeds, bold text, simple operation and takes up little space. It had zero paper jams during the entire testing period and the 2035n had a relatively low energy consumption. In our opinion, for under $300, the P2035n is a quality black and white laser printer. |
$300 – $600
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The second Xerox product on our list is also the first Xerox product to win PrinterComparison.com’s Editor Choice award. The multifunction WorkCentre 3220DN would be a great addition to any office delivering four different functionalities, good print speeds, excellent print quality, and great features such as fast automatic duplexing, front side USB port and a variety of Scan-to and fax-to options. Plus, it’s only $499. That’s a deal in the world of laser printing. |
$600 +
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The Canon imageCLASS MF8350Cdn is a functional, reliable color laser printer with good print speeds, a great energy saver mode, and diverse features. This multifunction printer may not be a great fit for most home offices considering the $699 price tag and large size but it could be the perfect option for a medium to large size business. OUR REVIEW |
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The HP LaserJet CM3530 MFP is a 3-in-1 color laser device with print, scan and copy capabilites, print speeds up to 31 ppm, two paper trays with a 350 sheet capacity standard, and several great features. With the steep price tag of $2,499; the CM3530 will probably only find its way into medium sized businesses but HP does offer affordable monthly pricing plans. OUR REVIEW |
Keep in mind that this list doesn’t include every laser or LED printer currently available on the market. This section of our buyer’s guide merely highlights some of the recent laser or LED printers we’ve reviewed that our editors think deserve your attention. Check back soon for new additions through out the holiday season!
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