Experts say to keep the following in mind when buying a desktop copier:

  • Digital vs. analog. Experts generally recommend digital copiers, because you pay less per copy and get better-quality duplicates. However, analog copiers (like the Canon PC 150) are cheaper and more suitable, if you make infrequent copies.
  • Consider a multifunction printer instead. Among desktop office machines, there's been much more product development in multifunction printers than in copiers. Multifunction printers can print, scan and fax -- in addition to copying. However, many MFPs are slower than a dedicated copier. MFPs also need to be connected to a computer, while copiers do not.
  • If you need duplexing, check the specs. Many copiers advertise duplexing, but unless you love to stop and flip the original page over, look for 'automatic duplexing,' which means no paper-flipping.
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