Which MFP should I choose?

Modern office equipment is improving more and more every year. If previously printers and scanners were installed only in offices, today everyone can afford to purchase for personal use not only printing, but also scanning equipment, which includes multifunctional devices (MFPs).

Selecting an MFP

When choosing office equipment, the consumer needs to know that There are inkjet and laser devices. The first of them have an acceptable cost and require periodic refilling with coloring agents. The use of inks is reflected in the cost of printing each sheet. The cost of working on a laser device is several times lower, but the cost of the laser itself is, unfortunately, high. The toner in these MFPs is used sparingly, which makes it possible to rarely refill the cartridges of such equipment.

This equipment is also distinguished by its printing speed and image scanning quality. Laser ones quickly print a large number of sheets, and scanning on these devices has an increased resolution relative to inkjet ones.

MFP selection criteria

When purchasing office equipment for yourself, you need to understand the purpose of the multifunctional device: what tasks it should solve, where it is convenient to place it, and also determine financial possibilities. Before making a choice, pay attention to the following points:

• color;
• principle of operation and cost-effectiveness of paint consumption;
• performance;
• device dimensions;
• cartridge refilling and maintenance;
• reliability;
• ease of use;
• price;
• need for increased functionality (format, connection).

Let's take a closer look at some of the listed criteria.

If there is a need for color printing, the volume of such need is measured and a decision is made on whether the device can be equipped with such a function.

ATTENTION! With infrequent use, color dyes dry out, and CISS requires refilling every time before full-color printing begins.

Depending on the expected number of printed sheets, the type of MFP is determined. For personal use, they often purchase inkjet, with the ability to independently refill the cartridge with ink. Laser office equipment is beneficial for office work, when there is a great need for printed documents.

The size and color of the selected equipment should allow it to fit harmoniously into the interior of the room. Do not interfere with the use of other household items, do not be exposed to water or fire. The convenient location of the device facilitates quick and accurate work on the MFP.

IMPORTANT! You should pay attention to the presence of an LCD display with a clear menu for controlling the functions of office equipment.

The reliability of the device depends on the equipment manufacturer. The same factor affects the possibility of purchasing spare parts in case of repair of any of the components. Leading positions in quality are occupied by such companies as:

• Epson;
• Canon;
• Brother;
• Samsung.

The cost of branded devices will always be higher than that of unknown Chinese analogues. Preference is given to a popular manufacturer to avoid problems when servicing equipment.

When choosing an MFP, pay attention to operating noise, print format and connection interface. The volume is determined from the passport data. The size of the office equipment will depend on the format, but it is unlikely that for personal consumption you will need a device that prints sheets larger than A4. Connection to a computer can be made via a USB port, via Wi-Fi or Ethernet connection. Thanks to the last two, access to control is possible from mobile devices.

Which MFP is better, wide-format, laser or inkjet?

With a professional approach to printing and the need to print sheets A3, A2, A1, and A0, large-format devices are used. One of the best inkjet MFPs is the Canon Image PROGRAF iPF750 MFP M40 Solution, which is equipped with a 17-inch LCD display, supports Windows and Mac OS, and is designed for color and black-and-white printing, both on plain and thick photo paper. The cost of such equipment is high, and purchase is possible for specialized use.

After the merger of Canon and Oce, jointly produced products began to gain popularity. The laser device Oce PlotWawe 900 DDS4R/10/5 (or hp color laserjet pro m180n) will cover all print formats and perform the required amount of work. If you need a smaller size up to A1 or A2, select the required modification of the MFP at a lower price. Office equipment that prints A0 format is expensive, the feasibility of purchasing it must be carefully weighed.

REFERENCE! The price of the widest format model of this device is 6.5 million rubles, and the next format (A1) is already 2.5 million rubles! Feel the difference!

Conclusion

It is difficult to make a choice among the huge number of computer equipment offered by manufacturers.Comparing the requirements for MFPs, there is no great need to purchase equipment with great functionality: format, connection interface, color.

Purchasing a reliable budget MFP will allow you to print texts and simple images at a convenient time, in the required volume. The need for color or wide-format images can always be satisfied by visiting specialized printing places that are equipped with office equipment with advanced technological capabilities.