Using the 1.0 version installation CD, we encountered smeary-looking output when printing on heavier paper (including HP’s own 220g glossy paper for color lasers). The LaserJet Pro 100 Color MFP is pretty easy to install via USB or ethernet though the WPS-only Wi-Fi setup is relatively bothersome, you’ll need it to enjoy the machine’s compatibility with cloud-printing services from HP and Dell. Unfortunately, the machine is rather slow and limited for busy home- or small-office users, and its toner is expensive.
At just $350 (as of August 29, 2011), it offers print/scan/copy/fax capabilities–and a lot of connectivity–in a compact, shiny-black package. These days, color laser multifunction printers don’t come at much lower prices than the HP LaserJet Pro 100 Color MFP M175nw.
