An MFD is a good idea for anyone who need a printer, scanner, copier and fax but don't have the space to accomodate all. MFDs have slowly gained acceptance and today more and more home users as well as SOHOs are opting for these. The quality and reliability of individual functions in an MFD is now as good as that of the single functioning scanner, copier or printer. Hence an MFD is also a cost saving device as you can satify all your requirements through a single equipment.

Here are pros and cons of this super utilitarian multi-function device

PROS:

Optimisation of resources:
It provides the convenience of many functions in a single device and allows optimisation of cost, physical space, saves on tedious wiring of electrical and cable connections.

Space saving:
With the cost per square feet increasing by the minute, SOHOs and home users will lap up this device as it saves them precious floor space that they would have wasted on four standalone devices.

Cumulative cost:
The cumulative cost of a printer, scanner, fax, and copier adds up to be a lot more compared to an entry-level MFD which has all the above features, and costs less.