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Color Laser Printers: Ratings of Sources

Total of 14 Sources

For an explanation of how we rank reviews, see our ratings criteria page.

1. PCMag.com
As of May 2013
Laser Printer Reviews
by Editors of PCMag.com
Credibility Rating
Our AssessmentPCMag.com is a prolific reviewer of color laser printers. The reviews are balanced, comparative and thorough. Detailed benchmark results show comparative speeds. Each printer is rated, and top performers are granted an Editors' Choice award.
2. PC World
Nov. 15, 2012
Top 10 Color Laser Printers
by Melissa Riofrio
Credibility Rating
Our AssessmentMelissa Riofrio ranks 10 color laser printers in this chart, with summaries of each review and links to the full reviews and test reports. Individual reviews are not comparative and are largely descriptive. Text and image quality are described but not shown. However, testing is very good, and the test reports provide a basis for comparison. Reliability information is also charted, but it applies to brands, not models, and some of the information is dated.
3. PC Advisor
As of May 2013
Colour Laser Printer Reviews
by Editors of PC Advisor
Credibility Rating
Our AssessmentU.K. website PC Advisor borrows some content from sister publication PC World, but also produces a number of color laser printer reviews of its own. The write-ups are short and offer little direct comparison, but each color laser printer is assigned an overall rating and subcategory ratings. Build quality is a subcategory -- an important buying consideration that's rarely addressed in reviews from other sources. Not all reviewed color laser printers are available in the U.S.
4. PC Pro (U.K.)
As of May 2013
Printers
by Editors of PC Pro
Credibility Rating
Our AssessmentBritish magazine PC Pro reviews color laser printers with about the same frequency as other computer magazines. The reviews are comparative, but are not comprehensive and are minimally documented. Not all models are available in the U.S.
5. TrustedReviews.com
As of May 2013
Printer Reviews
by Editors of TrustedReviews.com
Credibility Rating
Our AssessmentU.K. website TrustedReviews.com is another prolific reviewer of printers, though not all of the color laser printers covered here are available in the U.S. Printers are reviewed individually and rated on a 10-point scale. Testing is limited, however, and no proof of text or graphics quality is provided. Metrics like speed and cost of use are reported, but it's uncertain if reviewers calculate the figures themselves or use the manufacturers' claims.
6. CNET
Dec. 21, 2012
Best Laser Printers
by Justin Yu
Credibility Rating
Our AssessmentJustin Yu features his picks for best laser printers, though the listing mostly pertains to monochrome laser printers and those of the multifunction variety. Elsewhere on the site, a few additional color laser printers are reviewed. Write-ups cover everything from design and features to performance. Testing is quite good, and performance results are compared to similarly priced models.
7. ConsumerReports.org
Not dated
Printers
by Editors of ConsumerReports.org
Credibility Rating
Our AssessmentConsumerReports.org rates a handful of color laser printers as part of a larger review and buying guide. There isn't much discussion compared to other reviewers, but the report does offer its recommendations among color laser printers.
8. PrinterShowcase.com
As of May 2013
Color Laser Printer Reviews
by Editors of PrinterShowcase.com
Credibility Rating
Our AssessmentAn online retailer, PrinterShowcase.com reviews printers it sells. Consumers should keep that in mind when considering the site's recommendations. Still, the editors seem to make an effort to be objective, rating the printers on setup, print quality, speed, paper handling, supplies and service/reliability. Some reviews are more complete than others.
9. TechRadar.com
March 14, 2013
Best Printer: Best Laser Printers
by Rod Lawton and Ian Osborne
Credibility Rating
Our AssessmentThis U.K.-based site provides brief reviews of its top-rated laser printers. Though a longer review is available for one color laser printer, this article falls short of what we usually see at this site. Not all color laser printers profiled are available in the U.S.
10. Expert Reviews
As of May 2013
Colour Laser Printer Reviews
by Editors of Expert Reviews
Credibility Rating
Our AssessmentThe U.K.'s Expert Reviews evaluates a few laser printers each year. Generally, the site's reviews are concise and substantive. Comparisons are relevant and reviews are productive, and descriptions of text and image quality are detailed. Not all reviewed laser printers are available in the U.S.
11. Computer Shopper
Jan. 19, 2011
Office-Ready Color Lasers: Seven Top Printers Tested
by Jonathan Rougeot
Credibility Rating
Our AssessmentComputerShopper.com hasn't reviewed a single-function color laser printer in quite some time. However, a seven-model color laser printer roundup with a focus on office use is still helpful. Links lead to full reviews with detailed analysis that cover areas like design, features and performance. Hands-on testing is done for output quality of text, graphics and photos.
12. Macworld
April 29, 2011
Top-Rated Color Laser Printers
by Jackie Dove
Credibility Rating
Our AssessmentThis review lists Macworld's choice for the top nine color laser printers. All are rated highly and, except for occasional speed comparisons, reviewers provide no distinctions for readers. The reviews are not Mac-centric and are of equal use to anyone shopping for a color laser printer, as testing is done with an Intel-based Macintosh. The roundup and most of the reviews are a couple years old, though several of the printers covered remain available.
13. About.com
Not dated
Top 7 Color Laser Printers
by Susan Ward
Credibility Rating
Our AssessmentSusan Ward recommends seven color laser printer picks for small businesses. The reviews are brief and cursory, focusing on the physical characteristics and speed of each printer rather than the quality of its output.
14. Amazon.com
As of May 2013
Color Laser Printers
by Contributors to Amazon.com
Credibility Rating
Our AssessmentLots of color laser printers are listed at Amazon.com. Some garner lots of feedback, but most only get a handful of reviews. Overall ratings tend to be so-so, but some standouts and some disappointments can be spotted. While review quality is variable, many reviews are detailed and insightful. The ability to comment on reviews leads to some enlightening exchanges on occasion.
     
 

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