The Epson WorkForce 520 isn't ideal for photo printing or graphics-heavy documents, but this all-in-one device delivers office-capable features like an auto document feeder and multiple connection options at an effective price. For light-duty office work,

Epson Workforce 520 color all-in-one printer offers a lot of printer for not much money. It prints very fast and leaves text and graphics looking good; if anything, photos fare even better, but take a long time to print.

Pros:

• Fast print speeds
• Low energy consumption
• Good text print quality

Cons:

• No front side USB
• Scan software lacking

The WorkForce 520 is a good value and a practical choice for its intended market: small offices and home-based businesses that print a lot of standard business documents and forms. If you have a need for print speed, you probably won't find an AIO that prints faster at or near the WorkForce 520's low price.

WorkForce 520's sluggish scanning and photo printing, as well as its lack of memory-card slots and other input options, make it a poor choice for offices that routinely need something more than just a fast printer. It might, for example, be a great choice for a small mortgage broker's office that prints and faxes a lot of black-and-white forms.