The best MFPs for the office 2019, rating

The first MFPs appeared on the market about 30 years ago. But at that time, despite the fact that the devices performed several functions at once, they were not appreciated. This was due to their large dimensions and poor ergonomics.

Later, the developers eliminated the shortcomings - reduced the size, accelerated the printing speed and improved its quality. In addition, the cost of the product has become more affordable.

Currently, the MFP is a combination of 3 in 1 or 4 in 1. This device combines a printer, scanner, copier and fax machine (may not be included in the MFP). All devices are divided into laser and inkjet.

Each of them has its own advantages and disadvantages. For example, inkjet have Small in size and prints color photos perfectly. But their print heads can dry out if not used for a while.

Laser printers have large dimensions, as well as high cost. But on the other hand, they are able to work more quickly on a large number of copies, especially in black and white. And the refilled toner is enough for a large number of pages.

Rating of the best MFPs 2019

When choosing an MFP, you should pay attention to the following models.

Epson L4160.

This device performs inkjet printing. It comes with many additional features such as:

• Fast printing speed - more than 30 pages per minute.
• Supports automatic two-sided printing.
• Sending files for printing via Wi-Fi.
• Printing ink is supplied continuously.

In addition, ink is supplied together, which is not enough for several thousand copies.

Epson L6170.

This is an older version of the previous MFP. Therefore, it has all the same characteristics as the previous one. And in addition to them there is also:

• Possibility of automatic feeding for scanning.
• Ultra-economical ink consumption.
• The presence of a special container that collects waste ink.

Xerox WorkCentre 6025.

This device is a color LED device. It provides fairly high speed and high-quality color images. This device also provides color images in black and white mode.

In addition, its small size ensures ergonomics and comfort when working with equipment. The device can select the necessary documents for printing from memory.

Canon i-Sensys MF3010.

This device prints in monochrome. It is quite compact, making it convenient to use both at home and in the office. The cartridge is quite convenient to refill. It also has high speed.

Brother DCP-9020CDW.

This device is inkjet, but it uses LED printing principle. Despite the compact size of the MFP, it is most often used in the office due to the large number of diverse functions:

• High speed printing.
• Ability to control the device through various gadgets that support Android and iOS.
• Supports the principle of double-sided printing on a sheet.
• Possible to connect to Wi-Fi.

The presented devices are not the only excellent options for home and office, but they are the ones most often chosen based on the combination of quality and price.

How to choose the right inexpensive MFP for the office

When choosing a multifunctional device, you need to consider several parameters:

• Determine whether you need color or black and white printing.
• The price category in which you will need to select a device.
• The principle of operation, that is, the ability to transfer data for printing, photocopying or scanning through various gadgets and a remote wireless connection.
• Required printing speed.

Which company's MFP is better for the office?

The most common MFP manufacturers are:

• Epson.
• Canon.
• Hewlett-packard.
• Xerox.
• Brother.

Each manufacturer produces specialized MFPs that can be used for the office. MFPs have their own characteristics. Xerox does not produce inkjet printing devices. A distinctive feature of the Brother device is that the photosensitive roller changes after a certain number of printing runs. If we talk about printing color images, including photos, then Epson is certainly the leader in the MFP market.

Conclusion

Before purchasing an MFP for the office, you need to determine the main purpose for which such a device is purchased. Only after this, choose the necessary product, which will be suitable both in price and in its main characteristics.