A multifunction device (MFP) combines several necessary options. Scanner, printer, copy module and fax are integrated into one device to save space and user money. When choosing an MFP, you need to pay attention to the type of print: inkjet is ideal for domestic use, inkjet MFPs are not large in size and have the function of color printing photos; laser provides high speed at a low cost of printing, indispensable for frequent and mass work. IN MFP rating for home 2016-2017 included the best devices of this type.
10. HP DeskJet 2130
HP Deskjet 2130 - this budget device, combining a printer, a scanner and a copier, rightfully opens the MFP rating for a home for 2016-2017, because, firstly, for a relatively low price, the buyer gets good print quality, with low noise, secondly, not large sizes and light weight allow you to place the MFP, wherever convenient. Also, simple and automatic configuration is pleasing. Among the minuses should be noted not a large volume of cartridges, the lack of the ability to print borderlessly and a decrease in speed with an increase in resolution.
9. Canon Pixma MG3540
Canon Pixma MG3540 - a decent 3-in-1 inkjet device occupying 9th place in the ranking of the best MFPs for home for 2016-2017, will help you with everyday printing, scanning and copying documents. The wi-fi module will facilitate the work with this gadget, making it practically independent of the wires, however, the complicated setup of this function can become a barrier for a novice user. In this MFP there is an automatic two-sided printing, which is very pleasing in the budget device. A clear minus of this instance is the low print speed of color (up to seven pages in sixty seconds) and monochrome (ten units per minute) images. Low cost and good quality makes this MFP a good choice for schoolchildren and students.
8. Ricoh SP 111SU
Ricoh SP 111SU the 8th place in the ranking of the best MFPs for home for 2016-2017 is the Japanese device for working in a small office or home use. Ricoh SP 111SU is notable for its high performance, short first-sheet delay and good quality. It is also worth noting the presence of a refillable cartridge, color scanning and duplex printing. An important aspect for home MFPs is the noiseless operation, the device copes with this excellently. The main disadvantage of this device is the limited support for operating systems, this MFP works only with Windows.
7. Epson Expression Home XP-423
Epson Expression Home XP-423 - an aesthetic MFP with a liquid crystal display with a diagonal of more than six centimeters, touch buttons, an option to connect via Wi-Fi Direct Multi-NIC and a slot for reading memory cards takes 7th place in the ranking of the best MFPs for home 2016-2017. Despite the great functionality, the device has compact dimensions and fits perfectly into any interior without taking up much space. This device works with four colors, which allows you to give a very high quality image without loss of color. Thanks to the separate cartridges, if replacement is necessary, you can replace only the cartridge in which the ink runs out.
The relative disadvantages of this machine are expensive consumables and the lack of automatic two-sided printing.
6. Canon PIXMA MG5740
Canon PIXMA MG5740 - in this gadget, which took 6th place in the ranking of the top MFPs for the house in 2016-2017, the ability to print photos and documents from the cloud storage has been implemented. To print a photo, it is not necessary to turn on the computer; it is enough to use the color screen of the MFP or a smartphone based on iOS or Android with the free Canon PRINT application. The device is compatible with many services such as Flickr, Picasa and Instagram for photos and Microsoft Office for documents. To improve print quality, Canon uses 2 black cartridges in this model. The first contains ink for photo paper, the second is optimized for printing documents on office paper.
The MG5750 is the cheapest Epson model with support for cloud services. Among the minuses can be identified low print speed.
5. Canon G2400
Canon G2400 - Fifth place in the ranking of the best MFPs for home for 2016-2017 for the most resource-intensive and economical device suitable for home use. The reserve of a color cartridge is as much as 7,000 pages, and black and white a little less than 6,000 pages, while this unit remains compact and convenient to move.
Among the main advantages should be highlighted high print performance, easy refill cartridges, print quality photos and affordable price. The main disadvantage of this MFP is the rather high volume of work. Other disadvantages include the quality of the plastic and expensive maintenance.
4. HP Deskjet ink Advantage 5575
HP Deskjet ink Advantage 5575 - a four-color inkjet MFP that is best suited for home and small office with excellent print quality photos, the ability to control via smartphone and simple settings. The machine has a duplex function. The ability to connect to wireless wi-fi networks allows you to get rid of extra wires, and the compact design of this device will not pile up the workspace.
Of the obvious disadvantages that you need to consider when choosing an MFP is the small resource of the color cartridge (300 pages) and the long output of the first sheet (19 seconds).
3. Samsung Xpress M2870FD
Samsung Xpress M2870FD opens the three leaders in the ranking of the best MFPs for home for 2016-2017, a real workhorse from Samsung, which is ideal for creating your own home office. This laser MFP has a high first page print speed, high print volume ratio (9,800 pages per month) support for wi-fi and remote control through the application on a smartphone. A detailed control panel and the presence of double-sided printing and scanning simplifies the work with the device. The relative disadvantage of this option is the high price and expensive refueling.
2. Canon Maxify MB2340
Canon Maxify MB2340 - the silver of the rating of the best MFPs for home for 2016-2017 goes to an office device that is perfect for working at home. Among other MFPs of this price range, this device shows the highest printing speed, decent color depth and a significant amount of color (750 pages) and monochrome (1100 pages) cartridges. Canon Maxify MB2340 also includes a wi-fi module, which allows you to print documents and photos from any devices on the network. Possible disadvantages include the lack of the ability to print borderless and a high average price.
1. Canon Pixma MG6840
Canon Pixma MG6840 - this unit rightfully holds the highest place in the rating of the best MFPs for home use for 2016-2017. The Canon Pixma MG6840 boasts a low price and reliability, the main bias was not quality, but quality. Five-color inkjet printing conveys the full depth of the shades. Print speed is also high. In general, the device copes with the tasks. The only drawback is a small set of functions, but for home use this is not a serious role.