Best Laser Printers in 2019

If you’re in the market for a new printer, it’s worth doing some research to find out what type best suits your needs. Many people consider laser printers to be more cost-effective than ink-based models, and as such, may be looking to find out what would be the best laser printer for the work they require. 

When looking at laser printers to buy, it’s important to think about what you need the printer for. For example, if you’re after a machine that can handle a variety of different jobs you may be looking for the best all-in-one printer. If you require a machine that can produce coloured pages, it might be worth doing some research into the best colour laser printer, while if you’re just looking for grayscale, finding the best black and white or “mono” laser printer may suffice. It may take some time and research to find the best laser printer for the job you require. 

Below we’ve selected a range of laser printers at different price points and with different capabilities to give you an idea of some of the options available. 

 

Brother Mono Laser Printer HL-1110

The Brother HL-1110 is an affordable option for those who only require a black and white laser printer. Retailing at approximately $90 AUD, the HL-1110 is the cheapest printer on this list, and as such comes without the bells and whistles of other, more expensive machines. While it can’t scan, fax, or print colour pages, it can print black and white A4 sheets at speeds of up to 20 ppm. It also has a maximum print resolution of 2400 x 600 dpi, and is lightweight at just 4.5 kg.

 

Pros
– Affordable
– Lightweight

Cons
– No colour printing
– No scanning, faxing, copying capabilities

Specifications
Warranty: 1 Year Return to Base Warranty
Printing Technology: Monochrome Laser
Max Monochrome Printing Speed: Up to 20 ppm
Max Colour Printing Speed: N/A
Print Resolution (DPI x DPI): Up to 2400 x 600
Max paper size: A4

 

Xerox VersaLink C405

The C405 from Xerox offers super-fast printing speeds, with the machine capable of printing up to 36 ppm. With its recommended monthly print volume set at up to 5,000 pages, this printer is best suited for teams of 2 to 10 people. The C405 is capable of printing, copying, scanning, faxing and emailing, as well as colour and monochrome printing. It is also compatible with Apple AirPrint and Google Cloud Print, as well as allowing for printing from USB. At approx. $1000 AUD, the Xerox VersaLink C405 is for those looking for more than an entry-level laser printer. 

Pros
– Super-fast printing
– Has scanning, faxing, copying and emailing capabilities

Cons
– Bulky
– Expensive

Specifications
Warranty: 1 Year On-site Warranty
Printing Technology: Laser
Max Monochrome Printing Speed: Up to 36 ppm
Max Colour Printing Speed: Up to 36 ppm
Print Resolution (DPI x DPI): Up to 600 x 600 x 8
Max paper size: 8.5 x 14 in.

 

HP LaserJet Enterprise M552dn

The HP M552dn is recommended for workgroups of 5-15 people, and has a recommended monthly volume of between 2000 to 6000 pages. With print speeds of up to 33 ppm for both colour and black and white, the M552dn offers fast printing, and is compatible with HP ePrint and Apple AirPrint. This printer is on the heavier side, weighing 27.5 kg including cartridges, and doesn’t have all-in-one abilities such as scanning or copying. Priced at approx. $1064 AUD, the HP M552dn is one of the more expensive printers on this list.

 

Pros
– Fast printing
– Can handle a high monthly page volume 

Cons
– Heavy (27.5 kg)
– Wireless capabilities are extra

Specifications
Warranty: 1 Year Limited Warranty (Next Business Day On-Site)
Printing Technology: Laser
Max Monochrome Printing Speed: Up to 33 ppm
Max Colour Printing Speed: Up to 33 ppm
Print Resolution (DPI x DPI): Up to 1200 x 1200
Max paper size: A4

 

Brother HL-L8360CDW 

This colour laser printer has wireless and WiFi Direct capabilities and can print pages at speeds of up to 31 ppm. With a built in NFC Reader and automatic 2-sided printing, the HL-L8360CDW is a laser printer with many features. This machine also has a 6.8cm touchscreen, and has the option of additional paper trays for those who have greater paper needs. While the HL-L8360CDW doesn’t have scanning, faxing, or copying abilities, it’s an affordable colour laser printer, costing approx. $699 AUD. 

Pros
– WiFi and wireless enabled
– NFC Reader

Cons
– No copying, faxing, or scanning capabilities
– Heavy (21.9 kg)

Specifications
Warranty: 1 Year Return to Base Warranty
Printing Technology: Laser
Max Monochrome Printing Speed: Up to 31 ppm
Max Colour Printing Speed: Up to 31 ppm
Print Resolution (DPI x DPI): 2400 x 600
Max paper size: A4

 

HP LaserJet Pro M402n

Another entry-level laser printer is the HP LaserJet Pro M402n. This monochrome machine can print black and white pages at up to 38 ppm. It come equipped with a 2-line backlit LCD screen, and is compatible with HP ePrint, Apple AirPrint and Google Cloud Print. It’s lightweight, weighing in at just 8.58 kg, and has a recommended monthly page volume of between 750 and 4000 pages, but does not have wireless capabilities. At approximately $210, the HP M402n is one of the more affordable laser printers on this list. 

Pros
– Affordable
– Super-fast printing

Cons
– No copying, faxing, or scanning capabilities
– No wireless capability 

Specifications
Warranty: 1 Year Limited Warranty (Return to HP/Dealer – Standard Bench Repair)
Printing Technology: Monochrome Laser
Max Monochrome Printing Speed: Up to 38 ppm
Max Colour Printing Speed: N/A
Print Resolution (DPI x DPI): 1200 x 1200
Max paper size: A4