If you want to have a single printer device that can perform several functions aside from printing such as copying, scanning, fax and wireless connectivity, buying a multifunction printer is the best for you. Here are the top five best HP multifunction printers in 2011.
1. HP OfficeJet Pro 8500A Plus
This is a complete compact machine that you can afford at $300. The device is a colored printer, copier, scanner and a fax, all in one machine. The device has an elegant black, glossy finish and has a “sci-fi” look. It uses compatible ink cartridges that can save you a lot of money. The printer ink cartridges also uses low amount of ink during printing making them to lasts longer. It has a 2.4 inch LCD that is touch sensitive.
2. HP PhotoSmart Plus e-All-in-One
This printer device is more of a home based-unit. It is a copier, scanner, fax and a printer. It can scan directly from the computer or a memory card but not from an email. It has a 3.4 inch LCD display with icons such as Scan, Print, Copy, Apps and Snapfish. It has a print speed of 3.2 pages/min and the print quality is fine enough for home and school projects. It also uses HP remanufactured ink cartridges.
3. HP PhotoSmart Premium Fax e-All-in-One
This device has lots of amazing features specially its output quality. The printer can produce high-quality colored prints and has a printing speed of 3 pages/minute. It can print directly from a memory card or a USB drive. It can also receive an e-mail directly by using e-Print. Its printer ink cartridges have low ink-cost.
4. HP LaserJet Pro M1536dnf MFP
This is a home version of a mono laser multifunction printer. The device has a duplexer allowing it to print at both sides of the paper and has an automatic document feeder of 35 pages capacity. It can use compatible ink cartridges that can still provide high quality texts and images prints. The printer is also small and compact so you will not have any difficulty looking for a space to fit it in.
5. HP LaserJet Pro CM1415fnw
What makes this unit standout from the rest is its colored touch-screen panel that makes it easier and fun to use. It can print, fax, scan and copy directly from a USB then use the touch screen display to choose then you’re ready to go.