Samsung CLX-2160N

29 reviews

Apr, 2024

Positive
size (12)
performance (12)
price (9)
usability (8)
print quality (5)

Negative
paper handling (4)
noise (2)
reliability (2)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 29 reviews of Samsung CLX-2160N. The average rating for this product is 3.6/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. People really like the print quality and usability. The price and performance also get good feedback. The noise and reliability get critical reviews.

size, performance, price, usability, print quality

paper handling, reliability, noise

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Samsung CLX-2160N is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 82/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : ITP.net (itp.net)

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Ideal for SOHOs with low to medium print demands in need of an affordable, desk-friendly, colour laser.

Jan, 2008

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Expert review by : Jacob Lumetta (bonafidereviews.com)

Samsung CLX-2160N Color Laser Multifunction Printer

Nov, 2007

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Expert review by : Michael Kwan (futurelooks)

Samsung CLX-2160N Color Laser Multifunction Printer Review

One of things that has been holding me back from investing in a multifunction laser printer is the fact that these things are typically pretty gargantuan, especially if you want a laser printer with color. These machines…

Great color reproduction and decent speed ; Unique USB quick access port ; Easy setup and installation ; Large toner cartridges are easy to replace ; Network ready

Can get quite warm and loud ; Warmup time can be annoying ; Small paper tray and output tray ; Feels very large for most consumers

Oct, 2007

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Expert review by : Robin Morris (goodgearguide.com.au)

Samsung CLX-2160N

Many moons ago, when PC companies first started extolling the virtues of the multifunction device, the main selling point appeared to be its ability t...

Compact size, good speed

Text output isn't quite as crisp as on the best lasers, Has a skimpy paper catch, Paper curl

Mostly a very good MFD for the money, the CLX-2160N offers good quality, features, and performance at this level. It's a shame it's marred by the slightly skimpy paper catch and paper curl.

Jul, 2007

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Expert review by : Trusted Reviews (trustedreviews.com)

Samsung CLX-2160N

It's the world's smallest colour laser, but does it match up to its larger rivals for quality?

Feb, 2011

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Expert review by : tech.co.uk staff (techradar.com)

Samsung CLX-2160N review

This new entry to the market is a real space saver

Small and lightweight ; Standalone photocopying

Mixed printing results

Convenient, but print quality could be better

Sep, 2007

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Expert review by : Robin Morris (techadvisor.co.uk)

Samsung CLX-2160N laser multifunction printer

Many moons ago, when PC companies first started extolling the virtues of the multifunction device, the main selling point appeared to be its ability to save space. Rather than buy a separate printer, scanner and copier, you could get all of this...

Mostly a very good MFD for the money, the Samsung CLX-2160N offers good quality, features, and performance at this level. It's a shame the Samsung CLX-2160N is marred by the slightly skimpy paper catch and paper curl.

Jun, 2007

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Expert review by (itreviews.co.uk)

Samsung - CLX-2160N

Samsung has taken its newly-designed colour laser engine, first seen in the CLP-300, and built it into this highly-compact all-in-one machine. The company has managed to incorporate a full A4 flatbed scanner onto the top of ...

There are pros and cons to this novel laser all-in-one. It's conveniently small, very easy to maintain and has extra functions such as ID Copy that could prove handy. Against these advantages, though, it's quite expensive to run and the print quality...

Oct, 2007

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Expert review by (pcanswers.co.uk)

Samsung CLX-2160N

Colour inkjet multi-functional devices aren't quite ten-a-penny, but the starting price is well under £100 and there are dozens of models to choose from. By comparison, colour laser printers with built-in scanners are scarce

Dynamic and crisp, Good detail, Strong construction, Small and lightweight, Standalone photocopying

Mixed printing results

Convenient, but print quality could be better

Sep, 2007

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Failed in 45 days, don't trust Samsung warranty

Just past NewEgg warranty, it failed while printing what was no more than the 200th page. After that, it would start a periodic "hammering" inside the unit when you try to print and during warm up. After going round and round with Samsung tech support,...

Very easy setup, very convenient, and nice print quality; when it worked

Failed in 45 days. Since then Samsung has wasted 2 weeks and hours of my time so far, and it still isn't resolved

Apr, 2008

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