Find The Right Laser Printers

Samsung ML-1630

The Samsung ML-1630 can't claim to be the best value among $200 mono laser printers--the competition offers faster print speeds and more features--but the ML-1630's aesthetic appeal is undeniable.

Specs: Personal printer - Laser - Monochrome, A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in), Wired, 16 pages/min, PC, Mac, USB

Color Laser Printer 1320c

The Dell 1320c is a decent choice for a small office or work group, but a little more cash will net you a faster printer with better print quality.

Specs: Personal printer - Laser - Color, A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in), Wired, PC, USB

HP LaserJet 1020

The HP LaserJet 1020 is a good deal for home users who have light print needs, but just a little bit more money can get you more features and better print quality.

Specs: Personal printer - Laser - Monochrome, A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in), Legal (8.5 in x 14 in), Wired, 14 pages/min, PC, USB

Samsung CLP-300

The tiny Samsung CLP-300 color laser printer is a good bargain for those with very basic print needs. If you need more from your printer, you'll have to spend a little more money.

Specs: Personal printer - Laser - Color, A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in), Legal (8.5 in x 14 in), Wired, 17 pages/min, 4 pages/min, 16 pages/min, PC, Mac, USB

HP Color LaserJet 1600

The HP Color LaserJet 1600 printer is the same printer as the HP CLJ 2600n with fewer features. Unlike the 2600n, the 1600 is not network ready and can be connected only via USB. Finally, the CLJ 1600 printer is compatible only with Windows-based PCs; the 2600n works with both PCs and Macs. Because both models use the same processor and memory, performance and print quality should be the same, so our assessment of those aspects of the 2600n stand for the 1600 as well. With its basic features and smaller price tag (about $299), the HP CLJ 1600 is better suited for home office environments.

Specs: Personal printer - Laser - Color, A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in), Legal (8.5 in x 14 in), Wired, 8 pages/min, PC, USB

Samsung ML-2010

The Samsung ML-2010 markedly improves on its predecessor but remains a personal laser rather than a serious business printer.

Specs: Personal printer - Laser - Monochrome, A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in), Legal (8.5 in x 14 in), Wired, 20 pages/min, 22 pages/min, PC, Mac, USB

Dell Laser Printer 1100

This is a decent first laser printer for a student or a writer, and it would make a good companion to a photo inkjet or an all-in-one.

Specs: Personal printer - Laser - Monochrome, A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in), Legal (8.5 in x 14 in), Wired, 15 pages/min, PC, USB

HP LaserJet 1022

Need a reliable, bare-bones laser printer with a sense of style? The HP LaserJet 1022 deserves a look.

Specs: Personal printer - Laser - Monochrome, A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in), Legal (8.5 in x 14 in), Wired, 18 pages/min, PC, Mac, USB

HP LaserJet 1022nw

The HP LaserJet 1022 series of grayscale laser printers is designed for small offices and homes. We reviewed the 1022 base model. To network this printer via Ethernet, pay $100 more for the 1022n version. If you're into Wi-Fi, add another $100 to get the wireless-ready 1022nw.

Specs: Personal printer - Laser - Monochrome, A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in), Legal (8.5 in x 14 in), Wired, 18 pages/min, PC, Mac, USB, 802.11b, 802.11g, Ethernet 10/100Base-TX

HL-2040 Personal Laser Printer

The Brother HL-2040 makes a fine first laser printer. To serve a small workgroup, seek its sibling, the HL-2070N.

Specs: Personal printer - Laser - Monochrome, A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in), Legal (8.5 in x 14 in), Wired, 20 pages/min, Linux, PC, Mac, USB, Parallel

Laser Printer 1700n

Small offices pursuing a low-cost, grayscale workgroup laser printer can start with the Dell 1700n.

Specs: Personal printer - Laser - Monochrome, A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in), Legal (8.5 in x 14 in), Wired, 25 pages/min, PC, USB, Parallel, Ethernet 10/100Base-TX

HP LaserJet 1012

The affordable HP LaserJet 1012 delivers good print quality and speed, but it's best suited for short reports and graphs.

Specs: Personal printer - Laser - Monochrome, A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in), Legal (8.5 in x 14 in), Wired, 15 pages/min, PC, Mac, USB

Lexmark E321

It's speedy, but the Lexmark E321 is noisy and prints only so-so graphics.

Specs: Personal printer - Laser - Monochrome, A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in), Legal (8.5 in x 14 in), Wired, 20 pages/min, 19 pages/min, PC, Mac, USB, Parallel

ML-1710 Monochrome Laser Printer

The Samsung is a simple, compact laser printer that offers high-speed, good-quality text printing. It's ideal for personal and home-office use.

Specs: Personal printer - Laser - Monochrome, A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in), Legal (8.5 in x 14 in), Wired, 16 pages/min, 17 pages/min, PC, Mac, USB

HP LaserJet 1000

An inexpensive laser printer aimed at home users with little or no computer experience.

Specs: Personal printer - Laser - Monochrome, A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in), Legal (8.5 in x 14 in), Wired, 10 pages/min, PC, USB

HP LaserJet 1200

Fast and intelligently designed, the LaserJet 1200 delivers stunning output at an unbeatable price to SOHO users and small workgroups.

Specs: Personal printer - Laser - Monochrome, Legal (8.5 in x 14 in), Wired, 15 pages/min, PC, Mac, USB, Parallel

Lexmark Optra E312L - printer - B/W - laser

Specs: Personal printer - Laser - Monochrome, Legal (8.5 in x 14 in), Wired, 10 pages/min, PC, Mac, USB, Parallel

Brother HL 1030

Specs: Personal printer - Laser - Monochrome, A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in), Wired, 10 pages/min, PC, Parallel

Lexmark E 210 - printer - B/W - laser

Specs: Personal printer - Laser - Monochrome, A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in), Legal (8.5 in x 14 in), Wired, 12 pages/min, PC, USB, Parallel

Lexmark E 220 - printer - B/W - laser

Specs: Personal printer - Laser - Monochrome, A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in), Legal (8.5 in x 14 in), Wired, 17 pages/min, 18 pages/min, PC, Mac, USB, Parallel