Epson Expression Premium XP-6100
Score: 89/100
Lexmark MS331dn
Score: 95/100Rankings
The Lexmark MS331dn is a compact, network-ready monochrome laser printer delivering 40 ppm speed, automatic duplex, and strong security for small workgroups. It lacks wireless connectivity and expandable memory but offers a durable steel chassis and low operating costs.
The Epson XP-6100 delivers excellent photo quality and versatile connectivity in a compact design, but its lack of an ADF and higher consumable costs make it better suited for low-volume home use.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
15.8 ppm | 40 ppmbest | |
5,760 dpibest | 2,400 dpi | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
100 pages | 350 pagesbest | |
30 pages | 150 pagesbest | |
12best | 12best | |
| ↓ lower better | 6.612 kgbest | 9.5 kg |
| ↓ lower better | — | 5.5 Wbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
General(1) | ||
Print Technology | Inkjet | Laser |
Print Performance(2) | ||
Print Speed (ppm) (ppm) | 15.8 ppm | 40 ppm |
Print Resolution (dpi) (dpi) | 5760x1440 dpi | 2400 dpi |
Paper Handling(2) | ||
Input Tray Capacity (pages) | 100 pages | 350 pages |
Output Tray Capacity (pages) | 30 pages | 150 pages |
Physical(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 6.612 kg | 9.5 kg |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the XP-6100 for its superb photo quality, fast borderless printing, and compact design, while criticizing the absence of an ADF and relatively high consumable cost.
Everyday users love the picture quality, small footprint, and wireless/voice printing, but frequently encounter driver/firmware glitches, notice ink usage during idle maintenance, and miss having an ADF for batch scanning.
“Exceptional photo print quality with five-color ink system”
“Compact footprint ideal for small spaces”
“Automatic duplex printing saves paper”
Professional reviewers praise the MS331dn as a workhorse for small offices, highlighting its enterprise-grade security, durable steel frame with a lifetime fuser, and solid Ethernet connectivity.
Everyday users appreciate the printer's speed, quick first-page out time, low cost per page and dependable build, but commonly express frustration over the missing Wi-Fi, limited on-board memory and the basic two-line display.
