Our Verdict:

The Lexmark MB2236adw is a monochrome laser printer, scanner and fax machine. The performance is excellent even on more complicated print runs as it has a 1-GHz dual-core processor. This is combined with 512 MB of memory to ensure it can work speedily. The connectivity options include Wi-Fi, USB and Ethernet, so mobile and desktop users will find it easy to get their tasks completed. This unit will sit comfortably on a desktop without taking up too much space. It is a good choice for small to medium-sized businesses which need a reliable solution for letter, document and report printing.

Design

This is a compact machine which measures 3.9 x 16.4 x 14.2 inches and weighs 22 lbs, making it easy to move around the office as needed. The Lexmark MB2236adw has copy and flatbed scanning functions, as well as printing capabilities and a selection of apps to increase productivity. To save money, staff can choose to work in an energy saving mode and there are security features to safeguard any sensitive information shared with the unit.

Advantages

The Lexmark MB2236adw has a print speed of up to 36 ppm in monochrome. When duplexing, it can produce 18 sides per minute and offers a somewhat average dpi of 600 x 600. Images and documents can be enlarged by 400% and reduced to 25% to meet the needs of a print run. To make communications between staff and the printer run smoothly, this unit works with Mopria, AirPrint and the Lexmark Mobile Print app. This software can be installed on a PC or mobile device, to save time.

Disadvantages

The Lexmark MB2236adw has no touch screen display to help users when they are accessing functions, although it does feature a 2-line display, and it does not support colour printing.