10 best laminators

The device of domestic production belongs to the traditional package type. They can use both cold and hot lamination methods. Externally, the device almost does not differ from its foreign counterparts. However, it is felt that budget plastic was used to create the case. And some buyers may find fault with the heating, the duration of which reaches four minutes.

Like all other inexpensive laminators, this one only supports A4 paper or smaller. It is due to this that the dimensions of the device turned out to be very small. There is no doubt that the device will fit on any table. And its kilogram weight makes it easy to carry the laminator from one room to another. During its operation, the device uses two shafts. If a film jam occurs, they can be unclenched. In a word, this is a very good laminator for home use. This is confirmed by numerous reviews - it is easy to see that the device is in stable demand.

A feature of this device is its affordability and the presence of 3 modes of operation: cold lamination, hot lamination with a film with a thickness of 80 to 100 microns and hot lamination with a film of 125 microns. It is assumed that the plastic used is standard, so you won’t have to spend much on consumables either. The performance is average - heating lasts 5 minutes, and 1 A4 sheet is rolled for no more than a minute, which is quite satisfactory for most users.

Owners also like the inclusion and readiness indicators, reliability and ease of use (among the 70 reviews, we did not see a single complaint, while the average life was from 6 months to 1.5 years at the time of writing), a relatively long cord and high-quality sealing of documents without any defects.Among the shortcomings, they mention the presence of a slight odor when heated and short supporting legs, therefore, in order to avoid overheating of the table surface under the case, it is better to install the device on a stand.

A compact and inexpensive laminator from a popular German brand easily copes with the most popular lamination options - documents, photographs and not too thick cardboard, the format of which does not exceed the A4 standard. The model works only with thin films - from 80 to 100 microns maximum, and for high-quality deposition of a denser shell, you can increase the heating temperature of the working rollers. The cold lamination function allows you to work with heat-sensitive photographs printed in a photo workshop or on a sublimation printer.

There is no reverse, but its alternative is the ABS (Anti Blocker System), which mechanically unclenches the shafts and makes it possible to manually remove the paper sheet. This feature is especially useful when there is an unexpected power outage and you need to urgently "rescue" a document. The lamination speed is low, in addition, the device warms up for a long time, so it is not suitable for a large office, although it is called an office one. But at home or in a mini-office, such a laminator becomes a reliable assistant, which is confirmed by the reviews of satisfied owners.

Although this model costs a little more, the convenience of its use more than compensates for the initial costs.Let's start with the fact that the device is designed to apply films with a thickness of 60 to 250 microns on A4 paper, thus providing maximum document protection from dust, moisture and mechanical damage. It is able to warm up in just 1 minute and provides two options for lamination - cold and hot. Its power (850 W) and the number of shafts (4 pcs.) are enough to work at a speed of 300 mm / min., and the surface of the laminated document becomes perfectly even. Thanks to the reverse function, cleaning and repair of the laminator does not require disassembly of the body, which in the best way affects its durability.

From the reviews, we learned that the device is used with equal success both in the office and at home, and sometimes even migrates from place to place - compact dimensions and low weight allow you to move it to where it is more convenient to work. If the document is skewed during the lamination process, it is possible to quickly release it by pressing a button. The display and speed control in the laminator are not provided, but you can control the temperature, which, however, you first need to get used to.

The Lunar+ model went on sale relatively recently - in 2017, and perfectly complemented the Lunar series. Unlike the previous series, it is designed for intermittent operation with film thicknesses of 75/80 µm and 125 µm and does not cost much more. The device is extremely easy to operate - both a schoolboy and a pensioner can deal with it.No additional settings are required - to start heating and rollers, just press one power button, and when the device is ready (approximate heating time is 3 minutes), the green indicator will light up.

ClearPath technology ensures precise feed guidance, but if a jam does occur, the release lever allows the document to be gently pulled out. The laminator is guaranteed for 1 year, during which the manufacturer undertakes to replace it with a new one in the event of a warranty case. Customer reviews indicate that the device is capable of producing about 20 launches per day without loss of lamination quality, so it can be used both at home and in the office.

Typically, laminators that can work with A3 paper cost a lot of money. But there are exceptions to the rule.It is he who is the model called LM-336. We would not advise when buying such a device to count on a very long service life. However, at this price, it doesn't really matter. What did the manufacturer save on? Mainly for accessories. They do not support cold lamination. You have to use only the hot method. Fortunately, it does not imply a very long wait - heating occurs in two minutes.

Since the device is not ideal, sometimes a film jam may occur. At this moment, the function of expanding the shafts saves. The maximum device supports materials with a thickness of 0.5 mm. Lamination is carried out at a speed of 40 cm/min. Despite the rather large size of this model, its weight does not exceed 1.65 kg. This once again hints at the fact that not the most expensive components are used inside. Interestingly, among them there is a paper cutter (but only for A4), and a corner cutter.

The speed with which this device copes with the documents entrusted to it amazes even experienced users: 1200 mm / min. This means that it will laminate an A4 sheet in 15 seconds, and A3 in 20 seconds. Warming up to operating temperature takes less than a minute - this mode is optimal for busy offices and printing centers. Thermal packs can be used as the lightest - 2x75, and denser - 2x250 microns. The presence of 6 shafts allows you to get an exceptionally flat lamination surface.

In Russia, the laminator is a novelty, and there are practically no reviews from compatriots on it. But on English-language sites you can find different opinions. Some consider the model flawless. Among the advantages they call multifunctionality, automatic detection of the thickness of the document and regulation of the speed of its passage, so that it is controlled with just one touch. To others, the machine seems to be an unfinished solution due to the fact that it quickly overheats and cannot be left unattended.

If the intensity of use of the laminator exceeds 100 A3 sheets per day, professional equipment is indispensable. The Proteus model from the American company Fellowes, equipped with 6 shafts, 4 of which are heated by built-in infrared heaters, will perfectly perform its role. The device was put on sale a long time ago, more than 7 years ago and has a lot of positive reviews. Uniform heating and precise settings for temperature and process speed ensure perfect lamination into film thicknesses of either 75 or 250 µm.

High productivity is achieved through a 1-minute warm-up, a speed of 950 mm / min and the introduction of the CleaPath mechanism, which is responsible for accurately guiding documents and preventing them from jamming. The interface of the device is intuitive, and the operator does not need to acquire special skills to master it.Warranty obligations last 2 years, but in order to extend the service life, the manufacturer recommends using branded consumables with a base, medium or maximum thickness (80, 100 and over 175 microns, respectively).

Relatively inexpensive laminator capable of handling A3 or smaller paper and cardboard. It is only necessary to ensure that the thickness of the material does not exceed 0.6 mm. A simple rotary switch is used to control the device. He immediately makes it clear that both hot and cold lamination will be available to the owner. In the first case, you have to wait about 5 minutes, that's how much it takes to heat up.

Formally, this model belongs to the budget price segment. In this regard, there may be cases when the film strives to wrinkle. Fortunately, nothing terrible happens at this moment, because it is enough for the user to solve the problem by expanding the shafts. Reverse can also be distinguished from the functions present here. Photo lamination is also available. Even more surprising is the foil feature, which is usually found only in much more expensive models.

By no means do we think this is the best laminator. But this is definitely one of the best choices. At least if you need a device that can handle A3 paper. For a fairly small amount of money, you get an externally beautiful device that offers a hot lamination method.And, most importantly, you can control the temperature! The maximum lamination can be expected to start after 2.4 minutes. The manufacturer also warns that the thickness of the processed material should not exceed 0.8 mm. But even with this parameter, you can easily laminate photos and even thin cardboard.

Otherwise, this is a familiar inexpensive device belonging to the package type. It allows you to use reverse. Shaft unclamping is also available here. This allows you not to worry about a sudden film jam. As for the laminating speed, it is 51 cm/min. Not bad for a device that weighs only 2 kg.