Canon MG5620 Ink
PIXMA MG5620 Ink Cartridges

Canon MG5620 Printer Review

The Canon PIXMA MG5620 is an all-in-one inkjet printer that can scan and copy, but also comes at a very affordable price. It supports wireless networking, mobile printing, and even cloud services, so it is ready for the connected family. Print speeds are quick, at ESAT rated speeds of 12.2 images per minute in black and 8.7 images per minute in color, and PIXMA MG5620 printer ink supplies are available in multiple capacities for better value.

In order to achieve such a low purchase price, a few features were left out. The unit includes only a flatbed scanner, with no automatic document feeder, and it lacks a fax function. The majority of home users will never miss faxing, however, as the scan-to-email feature is a high-quality replacement. Duplexing is included for two-sided printing that helps save paper, and the input paper capacity is 100 sheets.

Even with a few cut corners, the MG5620 really shines with its compact design. It measures just 5.9x18x14.6 inches, and it weighs only 13.8 pounds, even with all six Canon MG5620 printer ink supplies installed. The machine doesn't include an ethernet port, but supports wireless networking and mobile printing from smartphones and tablets.

Unlike the average inkjet with four supplies, there are six Canon MG5620 ink cartridges, including gray and two types of black. This helps create a wider color gamut, and the gray PIXMA MG5620 ink cartridge helps bring extra detail to black-and-white photos. High-capacity Canon MG5620 ink supplies are available, offering a lower cost per page than the standard versions.

Bargain-hunters will be drawn to the low price of the Canon PIXMA MG5620, and for good reason. It offers most of what home users need and want, without the extras that would make it more expensive. Some buyers might find its missing features hard to give up, however, such as faxing and an automatic document feeder.