Product Reviews:
Multifunction Printers
good
10/12/2009
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Price:
$109.99
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$159.99
Specs:
Copier, Printer, Scanner, Ink-jet, 1200 dpi
The Bottom Line
Kodak's ESP 5250 multifunction printer isn't marred by the errors of its predecessors, but it still needs improvement before it can keep up with the competition. Right now, its pleasing photo quality and satisfactory output speed don't justify the $170 price tag and lack of features.© 2009 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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very good
5/29/2009
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Price:
$77.16
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$149.99
Specs:
Copier, Printer, Scanner, Ink-jet, 2400 x 2400 dpi
The Bottom Line
The Epson Stylus NX515 is a capable machine that will improve the efficiency of any office or work-at-home setup. Not only is it a lightning-fast all-in-one, but it also has a broader range of features than most other $150 AIOs. As long as you don't need a full creative software suite, the Epson Stylus NX515 will make a dependable sidekick to your computer.© 2009 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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excellent
3/8/2009
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Price:
$174.99
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$299.99
Specs:
Fax, Copier, Printer, Scanner, Ink-jet, 4800 x 4800 dpi
The Bottom Line
The HP Photosmart Premium Fax All-in-One printer makes it easy to increase productivity thanks to its streamlined user interface. The fax, copy, print, and scanning features boast helpful extras like double-sided printing, wireless connectivity, separate photo trays, and quick-access control panel buttons, all while maintaining lab-quality photos and a low cost to print. We highly recommend this printer to anyone who can benefit from its multifunctionality.© 2009 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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very good
2/27/2009
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Price:
$139.95
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$209.00
Specs:
Fax, Copier, Printer, Scanner, Ink-jet, 2400 x 4800 dpi
The Bottom Line
The Canon Pixma MX860's auto-document feeder, large LCD screen, and quick print speeds are sure to increase your productivity, but it also includes plenty of software to nourish your creative interests. At $199, this multifunctional printer earns our recommendation.© 2009 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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Price:
$228.40
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$488.00
Specs:
Fax, Copier, Printer, Scanner, Ink-jet, 2400 x 4800 dpi
The Bottom Line
The HP Officejet Pro 8500 wireless makes a convincing inkjet argument for offices with a high volume of prints. With a function touch screen, multiple networking options, and an astoundingly fast print speed, it makes perfect sense to give this workhorse an Editors' Choice award.© 2009 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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ok
12/5/2008
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Price:
$79.50
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$91.99
Specs:
Copier, Printer, Scanner, Ink-jet, 1200 x 2400 dpi
The Bottom Line
We've tested plenty of printers at CNET, but very few have frustrated us as much as the Brother DCP-165C multifunction has. The counterintuitive setup, bland design, deplorable print quality, and crawling output speeds earns this printer a double thumbs down. Spend $30 more and you can get the Canon Pixma MX330, an all-in-one printer that adds a fax machine on top of the copy, scan, and print features.© 2009 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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good
11/18/2008
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Price:
$184.99
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$245.50
Specs:
Fax, Copier, Printer, Scanner, Ink-jet, 1200 x 2400 dpi, Cordless handset
The Bottom Line
The Brother MFC-990CW is a speedy, fully capable all-in-one device that earns our recommendation for an individual or a family that will make use of its touch screen and telephone/answering machine. Mechanical issues notwithstanding, this is the highest-scoring Brother printer we've tested to date.© 2009 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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very good
10/3/2008
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Price:
$102.99
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$199.99
Specs:
Copier, Printer, Scanner, Ink-jet, 4800 dpi
The Bottom Line
The HP Photosmart C6380 is a good fit for beginning photographers who want more than just a simple printer. Its six-ink cartridge bay, and scanning and copying capabilities extend its versatility, and while the output quality suffers a few missteps, the C6380 remains a worthwhile deal for the money.© 2009 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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good
10/2/2008
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Price:
$149.99
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$299.99
Specs:
Fax, Copier, Printer, Scanner, Ink-jet, 4800 dpi
The Bottom Line
The Epson Artisan 800 produces impressive color prints, photos, and text documents, and it outpaces the competition in almost all of our speed tests. We're impressed by its performance, but hesitate to recommend this printer based on the poor build quality and error-prone software.© 2009 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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10/1/2008
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Price:
$107.24
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$231.90
Specs:
Fax, Copier, Printer, Scanner, Ink-jet, 1200 x 2400 dpi, None
The Bottom Line
The Brother MFC-5890CN all-in-one is hands down the worst printer to take up space in our lab. From the irritating initial set up to the horrendous output quality and slow print speed, this device is the easiest way to flush $200 down the drain.© 2009 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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ok
9/18/2008
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Price:
$89.50
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$130.99
Specs:
Fax, Copier, Printer, Scanner, Ink-jet, 1200 x 2400 dpi
The Bottom Line
The HP Officejet J4680 offers more features at a cheaper price than most of its competitors, and small offices and home professionals will appreciate its print quality as well. Unfortunately, its negatives far outweigh the positives: your office productivity will take a major hit because of sluggish output speeds and faulty paper handling. For a better rounded all-in-one printer, we recommend picking up the Lexmark x7675 Pro or investing an extra $90 in the HP Officejet J6480.© 2009 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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very good
9/14/2008
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Price:
$222.86
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$299.95
Specs:
Copier, Printer, Scanner, Ink-jet, 9600 x 4800 dpi
The Bottom Line
The Canon Pixma MP980 multifunction printer, copier, and scanner are a step up from its predecessor, but the print quality isn't up to standard and it doesn't perform as quickly as the competition. The HP Photosmart Premium Fax all-in-one is a less expensive alternative that adds value with a fax machine and faster, higher quality output.© 2009 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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excellent
9/13/2008
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Price:
$139.99
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$200.26
The Bottom Line
Aside from a few design hang-ups and a slower than average output speed, the Lexmark X7675 Professional all-in-one printer is a cut above other multifunctional printers. Its excellent quality prints, easy-to-set-up wireless connectivity, and generous five-year warranty catapult it to the top of our list of favorites.© 2009 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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ok
5/29/2008
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Price:
$92.00
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$159.99
Specs:
Copier, Printer, Scanner, Ink-jet
The Bottom Line
The Kodak ESP5 is an attractive full color all-in-one printer, scanner, and copier, and casual photo enthusiasts will be happy with the watered-down editing software, but hard-core users should look elsewhere for a multifunction printer. The ESP5 is too expensive and suffers from too many mechanical deficiencies for us to give it our CNET stamp of approval.© 2009 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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good
4/23/2008
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Price:
$152.99
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$3,895.95
Specs:
Fax, Copier, Printer, Scanner, Laser, 600 x 2400 dpi, None
The Bottom Line
The Brother MFC-7440N prints quickly and is fairly inexpensive to sustain, but we simply can't get behind a printer with poor quality graphics, significant hardware defects, and a boring design.© 2009 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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excellent
4/4/2008
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Price:
$159.98
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$199.99
Specs:
Fax, Copier, Printer, Scanner, Ink-jet, 4800 dpi
The Bottom Line
The HP Officejet J6480 has a lot of built-in features that are rarely found included in a $200 printer. Shoppers looking for an all-inclusive multifunctional unit will be impressed with the robust hardware and rich print quality.© 2009 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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good
4/4/2008
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Price:
$269.99
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$269.99
Specs:
Copier, Printer, Scanner, Ink-jet
The Bottom Line
The Kodak ESP 3 comes with great software for editing photos and applying touch-ups to portraits, but printer software is only as good as the physical results, and the print quality isn't nearly up to current industry standards. Your $150 would be much better spent on alternative multifunction printers.© 2009 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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excellent
4/2/2008
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Price:
$279.99
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$399.99
Specs:
Fax, Copier, Printer, Scanner, Ink-jet, 9600 x 4800 dpi
The Bottom Line
The Canon Pixma MX7600 multifunction is a huge improvement over the previous model. With additional features such as an autoduplexer, increased faxing options, and an upgraded control cockpit, we have no problem recommending the MX7600.© 2009 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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very good
3/7/2008
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Price:
$89.98
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$149.99
The Bottom Line
The Brother HL-2170W laser printer can be the perfect money saving sidekick to your existing inkjet, but don't expect it to handle even the most minor graphic jobs.© 2009 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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very good
2/16/2008
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Price:
$128.14
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$249.00
Specs:
Fax, Copier, Printer, Scanner, Laser, 600 x 600 dpi
The Bottom Line
Aside from a few complaints, we like the Dell 1125's overall package. The reasonable price tag also helps. We would recommend the Dell 1125 as a sensible solution for shoppers in the market for a text-specific all-in-one.© 2009 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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