TOP 10 best MFPs for home

The time has long passed when the multifunctional device combined the capabilities of only a printer, a photocopier and a scanner and was intended exclusively for office use. Today on sale are designs suitable for home installation. Using an MFP, you can transfer an e-book to an ordinary paper format, print a photo, postcard, and so on. There are a lot of models of equipment on the market, so it’s easy to get confused in them.

How to choose an MFP for the home?

All MFPs are divided into inkjet and laser.

The former are much cheaper, they provide printing of high-resolution images, have a simple design that facilitates their use. However, they have a high cost per print; ink is consumed quickly and dries when the device is idle for a long time. A set of cartridges is cheap, but they will often have to be refilled, and you can do this yourself.

Laser MFPs print much faster, and one print is much cheaper due to the low toner consumption, but they cost more. They are suitable if there is a need to print large volumes of images. Cartridges are quite expensive, but refueling will be cheap, it is less common than on inkjet MFPs.

An important role in the selection is played by the price of the device, the cost of maintenance and other costs associated with its operation. In addition, you should pay attention to a number of points in order to work with the device as convenient as possible:

• You should check if you can use the MFP in a network format;
• Ability to send a scanned image by email;
• The presence of USB ports for working with removable drives, however, some devices are not compatible with all file systems;
• Telephony features that allow you to make calls, send faxes;
• Appearance of the device.

When compiling the ranking of the best MFPs in 2019, we took into account all these indicators. In addition, we analyzed customer reviews, the ratio of devices in terms of price and quality. We hope our rating will help you choose the most suitable equipment for home or office use.

List of the best 2019 MFPs

10. Canon PIXMA G2411

The main distinguishing feature of this device is the presence of a factory system of continuous ink supply, which allows you to make prints more saturated, in addition, the paint will not dry out during prolonged downtime of the equipment. The overall dimensions of the products are not too large, which allows you to comfortably place the product in your home office or in a compact office. The control panel is represented by several keys with compact pictograms printed on them; there is also a small segment-type display with a diagonal of 1.2 inches. Pigment black ink is responsible for printing documents, color images appear due to the water-soluble ink system. The minimum drop size is not too large - it is only 2 picoliters, so the resolution of the images is quite acceptable. It reaches a density of the order of 4800x1200 pixels.

The print speed is not very high, which is quite typical for inkjet equipment.In one minute, the device issues up to 9 sheets with a monochrome image (text, documents, and so on) or up to 5 sheets of A4 color prints. Also, within one minute, the device must give out at least one photograph of a 10x15 cm format. The CIS matrix, which provides a scan resolution of 600x1200 pixels, acts here as the basis of the scanner. One A4 sheet is scanned for 19-20 seconds. These products are able to work with paper of various formats and densities - it is allowed to use matte, glossy, semi-glossy, photo paper, classic office paper, whose density is 80 g / sq. m. The device is able to work only with the Windows platform, it is connected via USB, there is no WiFi module here, so it will not be possible to use the equipment as a network.

Benefits:

• Producers were able to achieve a fairly high quality photo;
• Quickly copies documents;
• The presence of a continuous ink supply system;
• Economical paint consumption;
• Long service life;
• Informative display.

Disadvantages:

Cannot be used as a network.

9. Brother DCP-L3550CDW

It differs in a pretty decent ratio of price and quality, users also note the high reliability of this device. The model is equipped with a tray, the capacity of which is 250 sheets of standard office paper, so you will not have to load it too often, even with heavy use. It uses laser printing technology, so there will be no need to refuel these products quite often. In addition, the cost of refueling is much lower compared to inkjet models. The print quality of this printer is as close to professional as possible: the resolution is 2400 dots per square inch. For ease of management, the products are equipped with a full-color touch-screen liquid crystal display, thanks to which you can get full access to all the necessary functions of the equipment.

The product is quite simple to set up. If necessary, it connects to multiple computers at once via a wireless network. Included with the MFP is a cartridge designed to print 1,000 full-color pages. Support for fast printing from mobile devices — telephones or tablets — is provided; manufacturers have equipped the product with an automatic sheet feeding system for scanning and copying - about 50 sheets will fit here. There is also a function for automatic duplex printing. The product works almost silently, therefore it will not distract from work.

Benefits:

• High quality printing and scanning;
• Possibility of remote access;
• Perfect for home use and office use.

Disadvantages:

• To work with the MacOS operating system, it will take a long time to configure this device.

8. Epson L850

The first model equipped with six colors. As with those already discussed earlier, a continuous ink supply system is provided here. The device is not too large and has good functionality: it can be connected using a wire or via Wi-Fi or Lan. The MFP is equipped with a color LCD display.

When the device is used, piezoelectric inkjet technology is used, due to which the MFP allows you to get excellent quality of any images, including photos, at the output. The manufacturer claims that this is a real full-fledged photo center - this is entirely true. Photos print very quickly - the 10 * 15 format is ready in 12 seconds. You can apply images to a variety of surfaces — cards, films, photo paper, disc surfaces, labels, and so on.

Benefits:

• Good print quality;
• Reliable work;
• Low ink consumption
• Dimensions acceptable for home use.

Disadvantages:

• When copying photos, the quality is not the highest;
• Low resource of black color - only about 1800 pages.

7. Brother DCP-1602R

Products are characterized by the optimal combination of good equipment and high performance, with all work items placed in a relatively small case. At the same time, the user is provided with quick access to the paper tray and cartridge. Sheets are taken from the lower compartment, and go into a special niche. All controls are located on the top panel: in addition to a set of buttons, there is a small, but quite informative monochrome display. He does not have a backlight, however, all data is read with ease. All keys have pictograms and signatures made in Russian. The buttons are rubberized, pressed with a little effort. The product works stably regardless of the paper used. The device occupies a minimum amount of free space, and all the folding trays, if necessary, instantly fold.

You do not have to install drivers yourself - immediately when connected to a computer, the system will do everything itself. The device works with various operating systems - all drivers on them are on the official website. The print speed is quite high, it can reach about 20 sheets per minute. It is possible to copy documents without connecting to a personal computer. Photo printing is characterized by high detail, all halftones are preserved, the colors come out bright and quite saturated, the resolution reaches 2400x600 dpi. The case here is plastic, painted black with a matte finish, it looks pretty strict, so it will organically fit into the interior of both the house and office.

Benefits:

• Cheap enough supplies;
• Easy to install drivers;
• High speed printing;
• Products are easy to manage.

Disadvantages:

• The scanner lid is quite rigidly folded.

6. Canon PIXMA TS5040

It has a classic shape: a rectangular case with slightly rounded corners. This design looks simple, but stylish and modern. Overall dimensions are not very large - 372x315x126 mm. The body is made primarily of matte plastic. This is a fairly practical solution, since the printer will not leave traces of touch, dust is not noticeable. On the front panel there is a set of buttons and a liquid crystal monochrome display, the diagonal of which is 7.5 cm. There is a slot for connecting an SD memory card. This device supports inkjet printing technology, up to a hundred sheets of ordinary office paper or about 20 sheets of high-density paper is placed in the tray. The drop volume is 2 picoliters at a maximum resolution of 4800 pixels. In order to print one photograph measuring 10x15 cm, you will have to spend about 40 seconds.

The device already does not function too loudly, however, manufacturers have provided for the so-called silent mode. The device drivers are installed automatically, the print quality of both text and photos is high. Color reproduction is maintained at a high level, color and tonal gradients are not distorted. There is a flatbed scanning module that operates autonomously from a personal computer. The model has a fairly broad wireless capabilities. It is equipped with a powerful WiFi module, you can print documents and photos even from your phone.

Benefits:

• Reasonable cost;
• Compact overall dimensions;
• Wide functionality;
• Attractive appearance;
• Convenient and clear wireless display.

Disadvantages:

• Relatively expensive supplies.

5. Canon i-SENSYS MF3010

It is one of the most economical laser printers that are perfect for office use. In principle, it would be useful at home, but significant sizes will require a lot of space. The size of the scanner is limited to A4 format, which is not always convenient, since many books or magazines are larger.

The scanner produces an image with a resolution of 600 * 600 pixels, for this budget device is enough. All settings that go “by default” are quite well chosen, so in most cases the user does not have to play with contrast or brightness. The scanner works pretty smoothly, produces an image without light. The device warms up very quickly - about 8-10 seconds.

Benefits:

• Low price;
• Good print and scan quality;
• Compatible with aftermarket cartridges;
• Durability;
• Attractive appearance;
• The reliable case, without backlashes.

Disadvantages:

• Batch scanning is not provided;
• It can be problematic to install drivers on a laptop;
• There is no duplex function;
• The cartridge runs out quickly when printing about 200-300 pages per day;
• There is no digital panel.

4. HP LaserJet Pro M132a

On the shelves of digital equipment stores, these products appeared not too long ago - a little less than a year ago. The model is characterized by wide functionality, decent print speed: the first page is output only 7.5 seconds after launch. The equipment case is made of modern plastic with increased resistance to wear. On the front panel, you can find control buttons and a small sized LCD display. It connects to a personal computer using the USB 3.0 interface, can work with various operating system platforms - Windows, MacOS. Products use laser imaging technology. It uses a system that controls the consumption and the remaining amount of toner, so the contrast of both black and white and color images will be at the highest level.

There is also an Auto-On / Auto-Off system that tracks incoming signals from outside. The product automatically wakes up from standby mode when printing is sent to it, in addition, a similar technology can significantly save energy. The model can work with various types of paper - from office paper to envelopes, labels, postcards, and so on. For a maximum of one month, this printer is capable of delivering up to 10 thousand sheets of A4 paper.

Benefits:

• Easy to configure and manage;
• Stylish and attractive appearance;
• Compact overall dimensions;
• Decent print speed;
• The insignificant cost of the device itself and its consumables.

Disadvantages:

• The cartridge volume is not too large, so you will have to refill it quite often, especially with heavy use.

3. Samsung Xpress M2070W

In the ranking of the best MFPs of this year, this model took only third place for only one reason - it has large dimensions - 406 * 359 * 235 mm, which is why it is not very convenient to install it at home. Many users in their reviews highlight the convenience of using a scanner, the cover of which is equipped with movable hinges. This makes it easy to use it for working with thick books or voluminous documents. The output tray is designed for one hundred sheets, there is a USB port. The liquid crystal display, next to it there are several backlit buttons that are responsible for control.

The amount of RAM is 128 MB. Print resolution 1200 * 1200 pixels, except paper, the device supports materials such as film, cotton or recycled materials - the main thing is that their density is in the range from 60 to 175 g / sq. m, their format is from 76 * 127 mm to 216 * 356 mm. Laser printing multicolor and monochrome, the ability to scan, photocopy. After the equipment is fully warmed up, the print speed is about 20 sheets per minute. There is a duplex function, but you will have to configure and manage it manually.The MFP can be used in a wireless format, you can send documents to print even from the Google Cloud service.

Benefits:

• Holds a wireless connection well;
• You can print documents from a tablet or smartphone;
• High speed printing;
• It connects and configures as quickly as possible.

Disadvantages:

• Significant overall dimensions;
• When turned off, the settings may fly off;
• Noisy when warming up;
• Chip cartridge;
• Sometimes it chews paper.

2. HP Deskjet Ink Advantage 5075 M2U86C

In second place in our ranking of the best MFPs is the model developed by the world famous manufacturer, which is equipped with a WiFi Direct wireless module. It is capable of supporting Apple Airprint and ePrint technologies. Largely due to these moments, the user can send print jobs directly from his smartphone, tablet or other mobile gadget. Using this equipment, you can get high-quality borderless pictures, the color rendition is saturated, no distortions were found during the tests. Copies of various documents can be made without a direct connection to a personal computer. The product takes up a minimum of free space, has a small mass, so it can, if necessary, be transferred from one place to another. It is perfect for use both within the home office and in the office.

You can connect to a computer using a standard USB 2.0 cable, the maximum print speed reaches 10 sheets per minute. When printing photos, the resolution can reach 4800x1200 pixels per inch.

Benefits:

• Low cost;
• Easy to set up and operate;
• There is a wireless module;
• Long service life;
• Small overall dimensions;
• The original appearance.

Disadvantages:

• Cartridges run out pretty quickly.

1. Canon MAXIFY MB2140

Well, we got to the leader of our review of the best MFPs for the home. In shape, it is very similar to a cube, but all faces have a streamlined shape. The case is made of high-quality matte plastic, all surfaces are slightly rough, no fingerprints will remain on them. The layout of the working elements is traditional - the scanner is located at the top of the product, the paper tray is installed at the bottom of the product. However, the controls are not quite familiar - the buttons are on the hinged lid of the scanning element. The maximum capacity of the tray is 50 sheets of standard office paper. On the hinged lid there is a liquid crystal informative display on which all the data necessary for the user is displayed. Its diagonal is 3.5 inches, there is anti-reflective coating. The menu is clear, fully Russified, which greatly facilitates the operation of this device.

If desired, through this product, you can print information on a flash card or on any other external drive. If necessary, you can use this device as an ordinary fax - for this it is quite enough to connect it to a telephone line. Received fax messages are stored in the internal memory of the device itself, and they can also be saved on external media in the form of PDF files. Photos are printed using special pigment technology, which provides the highest possible resolution. The device is capable of working with both glossy and matte paper, the density of which can reach 300 g / sq. m

Benefits:

• High speed printing and scanning;
• Significant cartridge life;
• Quite an acceptable cost of both the device itself and its consumables;
• MFP is able to work offline;
• Very easy to use;
• If necessary, you can save data in the product memory.

Disadvantages:

• There is no duplex scanning function.

To summarize

Choosing the best MFP for home or office is not too easy: do not chase too low a price or advanced functionality. It is best to choose equipment that will contain only the necessary capabilities, but at the same time their workmanship should be up to par. Readers can share their opinions about this or that MFP in the comments to this article.

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