Although the only major issue with the LaserJet M1522n is its scanning functionality, there are numerous small niggles that make it a largely unimpressive device. Print speeds are some of the fastest in its class, but an expensive price point is unlikely to entice potential buyers.

The MFC-7840W improves on its cheaper counterparts with the addition of Wi-Fi connectivity. However, the extra $100 compared to the MFC-7440N hardly seems justified. This multifunction makes a good printer, but its scanning quality isn't great.

The Brother MFC-7440N is a capable mono laser multifunction that suffers from several flaws which may impact on its use in offices. It costs $100 more than the MFC-7340, but the addition of the Ethernet port is a boon for productivity.

Although it might not be the best choice if you’re looking to print lab-quality photos, this workhorse will definitely increase office productivity.

The PIXMA MX7600 has a focus on connectivity and good print quality. Unfortunately, some of the ease of the use that Canon is renowned for has been lost.

For individual users or a small office, the Color LaserJet CP1518ni's minimal paper handling and toner supplies are probably adequate. Only extremely patient people will find it easy to tolerate the slow engine, however, especially when similarly priced models are much faster and have better features.

We would have liked some better connection options and the battery’s bulk may be annoying for some, but the iP100 is an excellent travel companion. The iP100 is a competitive option for meeting your portable printing needs.

For those who travel a lot and need to print at short notice, the H470b provides the perfect solution. It’s small and portable but still provides excellent quality text. With the additional options of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, the printer is extremely versatile.

The Photosmart C7280 is an excellent all-round multifunction for the home. Although we weren’t particularly impressed with its print quality, this is outweighed by a multitude of other useful features that make it a great device.

While there are some minor flaws, Fuji Xerox's DocuPrint C1110 is a great colour laser printer with fantastic everyday colour quality.

Canon touts the Canon Pixma MX850 as a multifunction powerhouse, and it's worthy of such a description. On top of being fast, easy to use, and excellent at outputting documents and photos, the MX850 includes features such as a duplexer and an automatic document feeder — making it an office-friendly printer. Despite its less-than-impressive scanner output, the Pixma MX850 is a stellar choice.