Group test: what's the best printer?

5. Kyocera Ecosys FS-4300DN

• Reviewed on: 18 October 12
• RRP: £917 inc VAT
• Rating:

For the high volume users Kyocera are targeting, the FS-4300DN has the performance, the features and the options to make it a good choice. Its ultra-low running costs are superb too. Should you be able to make do with slightly less speed, the FS-4100DN offers many of the same features and upgrade options for a £570 price tag, albeit with a 25% cut in speed on the manufacturer’s quoted figure.

4. Brother MFC-J4510DW

• Reviewed on: 5 December 12
• RRP: £180 inc VAT
• Rating:

If you're primarily needing a graphics printer, you'll find better models. But text output is good, and the features set substantial. Throw in the added convenience of the odd A3 document, and the Brother MFC-J4510DW has an awful lot going for it.

3. Kyocera Mita FS-C5250DN

• Reviewed on: 28 February 12
• RRP: £460 inc. VAT
• Rating:

With superb running costs and searing speed, the Kyocera Mita FS-C5250DN is quite a model. Only its slightly disappointing colour photo printing makes us stop short of giving it a huge recommendation.

 

 

2. Lomond EvoJet 2 Office

• Reviewed on: 11 December 12
• RRP: £659 inc VAT
• Rating:

The Lomond seems expensive to buy, but it’ll cost next to nothing to run. The monthly payment plans might also be a good way to use the EvoJet without having to stump up a large amount upfront. We’d like to see automatic duplexing as standard, and the output tray will ideally need to be better at containing paper if you’re looking to use the EvoJet’s fastest mode. If it’s sheer speed – and text quality, along with decent graphics – that you want, though, the Lomond is a revelation.

1. Kyocera Mita FS-1320D

• Reviewed on: 18 January 11
• RRP: £177.6 inc VAT
• Rating:

With low running costs, high performance and strong paper handling, the Kyocera Mita FS-1320D could be a brilliant acquisition for businesses seeking fast text output. The lack of network facilities is the only significant flaw, and even this can be fixed by paying a little more for the FS-1370DN.