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OKI MB492

Built around an LED engine, which means that it uses LEDs rather than a laser to draw the image of each page on its drum, the OKI MB492 ($599) uses the same technology as laser printer otherwise.

Prints, scans, copies, and faxes; Duplex (two-sided) printing and scanning; Touch-screen controls; 350-sheet capacity standard; Maximum 880 sheets

No Wi-Fi, even as an upgrade; Speed is acceptable, but unimpressive, for both the price and engine rating

This fast and inexpensive-to-use multifunction mono printer is well-equipped for high-volume print loads, though its lack of Wi-Fi connectivity might be a deal-breaker for some would-be buyers.

Very competitive cost per page; Good print quality; High-capacity drawers and override tray; Relatively fast; Auto-duplexing ADF; Single-pass duplex scanning

Comes with 2,000-page "starter" toner cartridge; No Wi-Fi (standard; or via upgrade; Limited support for mobile devices

One Star

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OKI MB492 Review

Built around an LED engine, which means that it uses LEDs rather than a laser to draw the image of each page on its drum, the OKI MB492 ($599) uses the same technology as laser printer otherwise. That makes it indistinguishable from a monochrome laser multifunction printer (MFP) in any practical sense, which is why LED-based printers are usually grouped with lasers. If you're looking for a monochrome laser MFP for up to heavy-duty use in a micro or small office—or up to medium-duty use in a midsize office—the MB492 ($549.99 at Amazon) is a strong contender, and it belongs on your short list. The OKI printer doesn't offer quite enough to replace the Brother MFC-8950DW as Editors' Choice for the category, primarily because of its lower paper capacity and lack of both Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct, even as an upgrade. If you don't need the Brother printer's additional paper handling or its Wi-Fi support, however, the two printers are closely matched otherwise, with similar speeds, MFP fun...

The LED-based OKI MB492 can be an excellent fit as a heavy-duty monochrome multifunction printer for a micro or small office or as a medium-duty MFP for a midsize office.

Prints, scans, copies, and faxes; Duplex (two-sided) printing and scanning; Touch-screen controls; 350-sheet capacity standard; Maximum 880 sheets

No Wi-Fi, even as an upgrade; Speed is acceptable, but unimpressive, for both the price and engine rating