Color laser multifunctions aren’t just for corporate offices anymore. New budget color laser multifunctions, such as the Epson AcuLaser CX11, are designed to fit the needs and the budgets of small offices. The Epson AcuLaser CX11 series is the third color laser multifunction to cost less than $1,000. While this multitasking printer faces stiff competition, at $799 ($699 for the CX11N model, which lacks an automatic document feeder (ADF) and faxing), it’s the most affordable yet. We tested the CX11NF, which can copy, print, and scan in color. It can also fax and comes Ethernet ready. Rivals, such as the Canon ImageClass MF8170c, the HP Color LaserJet 2840, and the Oki C5510n, all cost more and offer similar features, …continue reading Epson AcuLaser CX11NF – multifunction
January 29, 2010
HP Color LaserJet CM1017
With prices dropping into the sub-$500 arena, laser printers–even multifunction lasers–are moving into the home, but the HP Color LaserJet CM1017 MFP is too expensive for the average home user. It is, however, a good choice for the small or home office user who needs high-quality laser prints–particularly graphics–but not necessarily fast prints. For $700, you get a network-ready color laser multifunction printer that prints, scans, and copies, and includes built-in media card readers, a rarity for laser printers. We think the HP CM1017 is a good choice for small offices that need great image quality from a laser, such as realtors and insurance agents. …continue reading HP Color LaserJet CM1017