Rankings
The Lexmark CX331adwe is a compact color laser MFP delivering 26 ppm, automatic duplexing, strong security and ENERGY STAR efficiency, aimed at small-to-medium workgroups.
The Brother MFC-L5915DW is a high-performance color laser all-in-one printer offering fast 50 ppm monochrome output, automatic duplexing, robust paper handling and extensive mobile/cloud features, aimed at small to midsize workgroups.
The Xerox C325/DNI is a compact color laser all-in-one printer offering fast 35 ppm output, high-resolution 1200 dpi prints, and strong security features, suited for small workgroups. It provides extensive wireless and mobile support but consumes significant power and can be complex to set up.
The Lexmark CX532adwe is a color laser MFP that balances speed, security and paper capacity for medium-sized offices, though its fixed memory and noise level may limit some environments.
The MF665Cdw is a compact all-in-one color laser printer offering fast 26 ppm output, automatic duplex, and robust wireless/mobile features. It targets small and home offices that need reliable color printing and scanning, while its size and toner cost may deter budget-focused users.
The Lexmark CS331dw is a compact color laser printer offering 26 ppm, automatic duplexing, strong security and ENERGY STAR efficiency, suited for small to medium workgroups needing reliable color output.
The Canon Color imageCLASS MF753Cdw II is a robust all-in-one color laser printer delivering 35 ppm speed, high paper capacity, and automatic duplex scanning. It targets small-to-mid-size offices needing fast, secure color output, though it is sizable and its wireless setup is not the smoothest.
The Xerox C320/DNI is a compact colour laser printer delivering vibrant prints at 35 ppm with strong security and connectivity options, aimed at small-to-medium businesses. It lacks multifunction features and has higher consumable costs, but excels in speed and build quality.
The Kyocera ECOSYS MA2600cwfx offers color laser multifunction capabilities in a compact footprint, with solid performance, duplex printing and extensive mobile printing options. Its drawbacks are a relatively high weight, higher power draw in ready mode and modest monthly volume recommendation.
The Kyocera ECOSYS MA4000cifx is a high-performance color laser MFP offering 42 ppm speed, robust duplex scanning, and strong security features, aimed at small to mid-size workgroups. It provides generous paper capacity but lacks built-in Wi-Fi and is relatively heavy.
The Xerox C230/DNI is a compact wireless color laser printer delivering 24 ppm speed, automatic duplexing, and strong security, ideal for small offices that only need printing. It lacks multifunction features and can be pricey to operate due to toner costs.
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26 ppm | 35 ppm | 26 ppm | 35 ppm | 26 ppm | 50 ppmbest | 35 ppm | 35 ppm | 27 ppm | 24 ppm | 42 ppm | |
600 dpi | 1,200 dpi | 1,200 dpi | 1,200 dpi | 4,800 dpibest | 2,400 dpi | 1,200 dpi | 1,200 dpi | 1,200 dpi | — | 1,200 dpi | |
1 years | 1 years | 3 yearsbest | 3 yearsbest | — | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | — | 1 years | — | |
50,000 pages | 100,000 pagesbest | 2,500 pages | 4,000 pages | 50,000 pages | 40,000 pages | 65,000 pages | 65,000 pages | 65,000 pages | 30,000 pages | 100,000 pagesbest | |
250 pages | 251 pagesbest | 250 pages | 250 pages | 250 pages | 250 pages | 251 pagesbest | 251 pagesbest | 250 pages | — | 250 pages | |
100 pages | 200 pages | 100 pages | 150 pages | 100 pages | 150 pages | 200 pages | 170 pages | 150 pages | — | 250 pagesbest | |
12 | 16best | — | — | 10 | 6 | — | — | 8 | — | 5 | |
| ↓ lower better | 16.1 kg | 26.968 kg | 27.533 kg | 22.68 kg | 22.68 kg | 17.372 kg | 27.1 kg | 20.4 kg | 24.99 kg | 13.6 kgbest | 48.5 kg |
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General(1) | |||||||||||
Print Technology | Laser | Color laser | Laser | Laser | Laser | Laser | Color Laser | Laser | Laser | Color Laser | Laser |
Print Performance(2) | |||||||||||
Print Speed (ppm) (ppm) | 26 ppm | 35 ppm | 26 ppm | 35 ppm | 26 ppm | 50 ppm | 35 ppm | 35 ppm | 27 ppm | 24 ppm | 42 ppm |
Print Resolution (dpi) (dpi) | 600 dpi | 1200 dpi | 1200 dpi | 1200 dpi | 4800 dpi | 2400 dpi | 1200 dpi | 1200 dpi | 1200 dpi | — | 1200 dpi |
Connectivity(1) | |||||||||||
Wi‑Fi Connectivity | true | true | true | true | true | true | true | true | true | true | false |
Warranty & Support(1) | |||||||||||
Warranty Period (years) | 1 years | 1 years | 3 years | 3 years | — | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | — | 1 years | — |
Paper Handling(4) | |||||||||||
Monthly Duty Cycle (pages) | 50000 pages | 100000 pages | 2500 pages | 4000 pages | 50000 pages | 40000 pages | 65000 pages | 65000 pages | 65000 pages | 30000 pages | 100000 pages |
Input Tray Capacity (pages) | 250 pages | 251 pages | 250 pages | 250 pages | 250 pages | 250 pages | 251 pages | 251 pages | 250 pages | — | 250 pages |
Output Tray Capacity (pages) | 100 pages | 200 pages | 100 pages | 150 pages | 100 pages | 150 pages | 200 pages | 170 pages | 150 pages | — | 250 pages |
Supported Paper Sizes (count) | 12 | 16 | — | — | 10 | 6 | — | — | 8 | — | 5 |
Physical(1) | |||||||||||
Weight (kg) | 16.1 kg | 26.968 kg | 27.533 kg | 22.68 kg | 22.68 kg | 17.3715 kg | 27.1 kg | 20.4 kg | 24.99 kg | 13.6 kg | 48.5 kg |
Power & Energy(1) | |||||||||||
Power Consumption (Ready) (W) | 15 W | 25.5 W | 9 W | 1.0 W | 17 W | 70 W | 25.5 W | 402 W | 41 W | — | 18.4 W |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers highlight the CS331dw's fast speed, dependable duplexing and solid security, while noting the fixed memory and basic LCD as drawbacks for power users.
Everyday users love the speed, compactness and hassle-free wireless printing, but mention a tricky Wi-Fi setup, occasional network drop-outs and region-locked cartridges.
“Fast 26 ppm print speed for black and color”
“Compact footprint and lightweight design”
“Integrated automatic duplex printing”
Reviewers praise its 35 ppm throughput, robust security and touchscreen UI, while noting the fixed memory and loud operation as drawbacks.
Users like the fast color prints and large paper capacity, but report Wi-Fi setup challenges and noise concerns.
Professional reviewers highlight the MF665Cdw's strong performance for hybrid and small-office settings, noting its 1 GB RAM, UFR II language, and ENERGY STAR/EPEAT certifications as indicators of efficiency and reliability.
Everyday users appreciate the printer's quick setup, fast and vibrant printing, and the convenience of mobile printing across devices. Common frustrations revolve around the lack of grayscale scanning, occasional scan artifacts, toner smudging on heavier media, and a learning curve with the menu and mobile app.
Professional reviewers, such as Consumer Reports, commend the MF753Cdw II for its crisp black-and-white text, vibrant color graphics, and rapid printing performance. They highlight the generous 250-sheet tray and the printer's ability to handle unusually heavy media weights, positioning it as a strong contender in the mid-tier color laser segment.
Everyday users praise the printer's speed, high paper capacity, reliable duplexing, sturdy construction, and long-lasting toner cartridges. Common complaints focus on a cumbersome wireless setup, lack of bundled scanner software, limited ADF size, absence of a memory-card slot, and a mobile app that feels basic.
Professional reviewers commend the CX331adwe for its rapid color output, solid steel build and robust security, while noting the delayed rollout of Cloud Connector and lack of duplex scanning.
Everyday users appreciate the speed, durability and easy wireless setup, but repeatedly cite high toner costs, occasional paper jams and the missing duplex scanning feature.
Professional reviewers praise the MFC-L5915DW for its speed, security features and versatile connectivity, while noting its larger footprint and higher consumable costs.
Everyday users appreciate its reliable mobile printing, fast ADF scanning, and solid print quality, but frequently mention the high price of toner and occasional wireless firmware glitches.
Professional reviewers praise the C325/DNI as a workhorse for small teams, highlighting its strong performance, excellent color quality, and enterprise-grade security in a compact package, while noting cloud capabilities lag behind newer competitors.
Everyday users appreciate the vibrant prints, reliable mobile printing, and intuitive touchscreen, but report ADF jams with thick media, higher toner consumption, and occasional Wi-Fi connectivity problems.
Reviewers commend its security features, fast colour output and solid build, while noting the absence of scanning/copying and the expense of toner.
Users praise the vivid colour prints and quick setup, but many mention the pricey toner and the rear output tray as annoyances.
Professional reviewers view the Xerox C230/DNI as a workhorse for small offices, emphasizing its enterprise-grade security, fast and consistent color printing, and extensive mobile-printing capabilities, while noting the absence of multifunction features as a drawback.
Everyday users praise the printer for its speed, easy wireless setup, and vibrant color output, but complain about occasional Wi-Fi instability, high toner costs, and the lack of an integrated scanner.
Professional reviewers praise the MA4000cifx for its reliable 42 ppm speed, durable ECOSYS components that lower total cost of ownership, and robust security suite that meets enterprise standards.
Users highlight the machine's consistent speed, low downtime, and long-life toner, while appreciating the secure printing features and ability to handle large jobs without frequent paper refills.
