Dell Laser Printer 2230d

9 reviews

Feb, 2025

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usability (3)
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alaTest has collected and analyzed 9 reviews of Dell Laser Printer 2230d. The average rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the design and reliability. The performance and price also get good views. The control panel and usability get less positive comments, and there are some mixed reviews about the size.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Dell Laser Printer 2230d is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 77/100 = Good quality.

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Expert review by : Susan Silvius (pcworld.com)

Dell 2230d Monochrome Laser Printer

Saying that the Dell 2230d monochrome laser printer is the best $199 (as of 11/12/09) unit we've tested isn't saying much; none of the models we've seen at this price point (including the Samsung ML-1630 and the HP LaserJet P1505) have made our Top 10...

Fast ; Includes autoduplexer and Wi-Fi ; Very inexpensive

No ethernet ; Inscrutable control panel ; Pricey toner

Though the low-cost 2230d offers good speed, its control panel is hard to use.

Nov, 2009

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Expert review by : Sarah Meyer (printercomparison.com)

Dell 2230d review

Below the extension resides the control panel. There are only two buttons: a start button and a cancel button. There are five LED lights that alert users to errors or depleted supplies. For example, Dell offers their toner management system which...

Print speeds ; Automatic duplexing ; Manually adjust toner darkness ; Upgradeable memory, paper capacity

No network capabilities ; No menu access through printer

But I would recommend the 2230d to professionals looking for a solid laser printer for their home office or as a desktop printer for a single individual in an office who has need for their own printer. Basically, the 2230d could be for you if you only...

Jun, 2009

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Expert review by : Susan Silvius (techadvisor.co.uk)

Dell 2230d review

Saying that the Dell 2230d is the best inexpensive monochrome laser printer we've tested isn't saying much; none of the models we've seen at this price point (including the Samsung ML-1630 (review) and the HP LaserJet P1505 (review)) have been up to much.

The Dell 2330d succeeds in a modest way by providing good speed and paper handling for a low purchase price. Just be sure to keep the manual close by, and save up for the pricey toner replacements.

Nov, 2009

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Expert review by : Susan Silvius (techworld.com)

Dell 2230d

Although the low cost Dell 2230d mono laser printer offers good speed, its control panel is hard to use.

The Dell 2330d succeeds in a modest way by providing good speed and paper handling for a low purchase price. Just be sure to keep the manual close by, and save up for the pricey toner replacements.

Nov, 2009

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Consumer review (dell.com)

This is a GREEEEAT printer!

After many years of utilizing only an HP laser printer I decided to try a Dell, since I have a Dell Computer and monitor. I purcahsed my Dell 2230d laser printer when it was on sale from Dell for just $129.00, plus free shipping included. There first...

Apr, 2010

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Consumer review (dell.com)

Surprised

This is my first DELL product other than the 8 computers I have purchased in the past. I was leery about buying a printer from DELL since I didn't consider DELL a printer company. I received a gift certificate from DELL when I purchased my XPS1340...

Apr, 2010

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Consumer review (dell.com)

Dell 2230D Laser Printer

These printers excess my expectations as a faithful HP purchases for 15 years. It duplexes faster than more expenses HPS I have owned. It does not jam, ever, it seems. The only problem is with envelope handling. I have not been able to put more than...

Dec, 2009

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it's about paper weight

We have forms with 3 different weights of paper, this printer works thru these forms without a jam, or crinkle. This has made a tedious job much easier being able to just load the forms, and walk away while printing. Instead of having to babysit each...

Jul, 2009

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Consumer review (dell.com)

Wow! Pleasantly surprised

I have been a personal laer printer user for over 15 years. And I have always gone with HP. However, in recent years, my printers have been offering less and less life, the latest of which only lasted just over 2 years. It was clearly not cost...

May, 2009

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