Samsung CLX-2160N - Expert Reviews

Review summary: colour laser all-in-one device

Verdict: There are pros and cons to this novel laser all-in-one. It's conveniently small, very easy to maintain and has extra functions such as ID Copy that could prove handy. Against these advantages, though, it's quite expensive to run and the print quality is n

Review summary: Colour inkjet multi-functional devices aren't quite ten-a-penny, but the starting price is well under £100 and there are dozens of models to choose from. By comparison, colour laser printers with built-in scanners are scarce

Pros: Dynamic and crisp, Good detail, Strong construction, Small and lightweight, Standalone photocopying

Cons: Mixed printing results

Verdict: Convenient, but print quality could be better

Pros: Compact size, good speed

Cons: Text output isn't quite as crisp as on the best lasers, Has a skimpy paper catch, Paper curl

Verdict: Mostly a very good MFD for the money, the CLX-2160N offers good quality, features, and performance at this level. It's a shame it's marred by the slightly skimpy paper catch and paper curl.

Review summary: It's the world's smallest colour laser, but does it match up to its larger rivals for quality?

Verdict: The CLX-2160N is small, easy to maintain and reasonably cheap to run and it costs less than most other laser-based, all-in-one devices. Unfortunately, it's let down by its print quality, particularly in colour. Since this is the main reason for buying a p