Canon Pixma MP450

Pros: Excellent/print scan quality, LCD screen, solid design

Cons: Larger than you might think, no USB cable in box

Summary: This is a nifty all-in-one from canon, loaded with features at a reasonable price. As a student, I was looking for something that could compactly print, scan and copy documents without having to pay a bundle, and felt that the MP450 was just the pick.

The features, interface and quality are all excellent aside for a few minor gripes. Canon's built in memory card reader works without a hitch, allowing you to print directly from the printer sans PC, and can also be used as a memory card reader by your computer. But I have a few gripes. Firstly is the deceptive sizing. Canon's measurements are for the unit's footprint, when in reality, the unit curves outward in front, making the total depth occupied by the unit a good 6 inches deeper than the specification implies. This probably won't be a problem for most people, but for a student considering such units on the merits of size for a cramped dorm, i would advise at least considering other products. The color LCD screen should have a greater viewing angle, and while it can be angled slightly, it was still difficult to view the screen when the printer was on a low table.