Love the design of the CM1312 (and the printing of course)

Category: Review on HP CM1312 Laser Multifunction Printer

Posted by: 4-Nov-2008

Strengths: Small foot print, good quality and networked

Weaknesses: Price tag is quite high

If limited desk space is a constraint when buying a printer, then you should definitely check out the HP Compaq Colour LaserJet CM1312 which manages to deliver a lot of features in a very compact style. The CM1312 is designed like a tall boy and can even act as informal partition between two desks. The lack of paper trays which jut out from all corners, makes the CM1312 look very neat and worthwhile for an office environment.

The CM1312 print quality is good and though speeds might not be very high for colour and b/w printing, you don’t mind waiting a few extra minutes. The multifunctional options are also good for a small group of people and that should be kept in mind when buying this printer. The design and size play an import part in the decision making for this printer as the price is definitely not something which will help you make a quick decision. The CM1312 is an expensive printer and that might deter some users who are looking for a bargain.

Another way of looking at it is that you are getting a networked colour LaserJet printer for a very reasonable price if you do manage to use all the features that are available in it. With this thought, the CM1312 feels like a good quality buy and if you are looking for high-end peripherals at work which are reliable and give good quality output, then you should most definitely choose this printer. If nothing else, it will make your office look updated and modern!