Xerox WorkCentre 3315 Toner Cartridges

Xerox 3315 Printer Review

The Xerox WorkCentre 3315 is the more simplistic base model in a series of small office multifunction printers, with the more versatile 3315DN model incorporating elements such as duplexing and an ethernet interface for networking. The 3315's best feature is arguably its quick speeds of up to 33 pages per minute for monochrome documents, which is impressive considering its low price tag. While this laser printer's affordability also impacts the quality of its output, it uses cost-efficient toners, packages a decent variety of features and has the ability to print, scan, copy and fax documents quickly.

This device can handle a maximum monthly duty cycle of 50,000 pages to support small, medium-volume offices, though it is recommended for a monthly average of only 3,000 pages. To maximize productivity users have the option to upgrade the standard media input capacity of 300 pages to a total of 820 pages with the purchase of a second tray. The unit also provides a 50-sheet automatic document feeder, a standard fixture in multipurpose office units that will allow users to continuously scan large jobs.

The unit is equipped with standard front panel fixtures like a monochrome LCD and a set of icon-labeled keys for easy-to-use features like a numeric pad for fax dialing, buttons for scan to email or scan to USB options, and an LED that will alert users when WorkCentre 3315 printer toner is low. An assortment of printer features can also be accessed within the provided software driver, including the ability to turn on the toner save mode to conserve Xerox 3315 toner, and the option for poster printing.

Output quality is this unit's main setback, with graphics and images performing poorly on expert tests with slight banding issues and a spotty resolution of 1200x1200 dpi using black WorkCentre 3315 toner. Making up for its subpar output is its replacement Xerox 3315 toner cartridges that are affordable, for low running costs. When replacing supplies users can go for either the standard 2,300-sheet capacity supply or the high-capacity Xerox 3315 toner cartridge that can last 5,000 pages.

Buyers that value output quality over speed and flexibility won't benefit from the 3315. However, small offices more interested in a device the offers user-friendly features and low running costs should consider this monochrome all-in-one printer for their needs.