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The fast printing speeds, ultra-low printing costs, and superb monochrome printing quality of the Pantum P2502W make it great for homes and small offices. However, this monochrome printer has no scan, copy, or fax functions.
The Pantum P2502W is an entry-level laser printer that hit the market in 2020, touting affordable productivity for home and small office users. Unlike most of the top-ranked printers today, the Pantum P2502W is monochrome. It supports USB and Wi-Fi connectivity for simple integration with various systems.
With a 100-page paper tray and monthly duty cycle of 2000 pages (and a maximum of 15,000 pages), this printer is ideal for home and small office users. However, users who desire a multifunction printer with scanning and copying abilities can check out our Canon Color MF656Cdw review.
The Pantum P2502W is a decent printer for home and small office use, owing to its excellent printing speeds of 22.9 ppm in monochrome helps it rank in the top quarter for its category. However, it is incapable of color printing, and if you prefer a color printer, read our Canon imageCLASS MF753Cdw review. With a printing cost of just 2.7 cents per page, this model will appeal to users working on a tight budget. It has a small footprint, fitting easily on a typical office desk.
The Pantum P2502 has a suite of connectivity options, including USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, and a mobile app. It has a decent input paper tray of 150 pages. Users will be delighted with its black printing quality, with an output of up to 1200 × 1200 dpi. However, if you prefer more vibrant prints from an inkjet model, be sure to check out our HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e review.
ReasonS to Buy
Great print quality
Printing at resolutions of up to 1200 × 1200 dpi, the Pantum P2502 is a decent option for a home or small-office printer for monochrome documents and graphics.
Super-low printing costs
With printing costs of just 2.7 cents per page, this printer is extremely easy to maintain, and it’s among the best 25% among our list of certified tested printers.
Printing speed
Its printing speed of 22.9 ppm in black ably handles big printing jobs.
Reason to Avoid
Limited functionality
The lack of fax, copy, and scanner functions limits its versatility. This printer also lacks color printing abilities and may not be suitable for photo printing.
Pantum P2502W Specs
Automatic Document Feeder
–
Automatic Two-Sided Printing
–
Copier Resolution (B&W)
–
Copier Resolution (Color)
–
Depth
8.6"
Duplex Scan Function
na
Energy Star Certified
n/a
Height
7"
Integrated Fax
–
Max Number of Copies
–
Max Paper Width
–
Mobile Printing
Yes
Number of Ink Cartridges Required
–
Paper Feeder
–
Print Speed (B&W)
22 ppm
Print Speed (Color)
–
Printer Resolution (B&W)
1200 x 1200
Printer Resolution (Color)
–
Printer Type
Printer
Scanner Resolution
na
Scanner Type
na
Tray Capacity
–
Width
13.2"
Wireless
Yes
All Specs
Test Results
These are the most important criteria to test for Printers based on our comprehensive Testing Methodology.
B&W Print Speed (ppm)
22.9
Color Print Speed (ppm)
14.2
B&W Printing Costs (¢ per page)
2.7
Color Printing Costs (¢ per page)
0
Color Accuracy (dE)
0
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The Pantum P2502W is an entry-level laser printer that hit the market in 2020, touting affordable productivity for home and small office users. Unlike most…
The Pantum P2502W is an entry-level laser printer that hit the market in 2020, touting affordable productivity for home and small office users. Unlike most of the top-ranked printers today, the Pantum P2502W is monochrome. It supports USB and Wi-Fi connectivity for simple integration with various systems.
With a 100-page paper tray and monthly duty cycle of 2000 pages (and a maximum of 15,000 pages), this printer is ideal for home and small office users. However, users who desire a multifunction printer with scanning and copying abilities can check out our Canon Color MF656Cdw review.
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