Customer Reviews for Fellowes Venus 2 125 Thermal & Cold Laminator, 12.5" Width, Black/Silver (5734801)
Item # : 70459
Model # : 5734801
Create durable, reusable documents with this Fellowes Venus 2 laminator and pouch starter kit.
- BLACK/SILVER THERMAL AND COLD LAMINATOR for use with laminating pouches to protect documents
- WARM UP TIME: Provides lamination with 30-second warm-up time and 43" per minute laminating speed
Price is $419.99
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42 reviews
Most helpful positive review
Posted Apr 8, 2025
We have used this laminator in the ED for a approx 2 months. It is wonderful. You turn it on it heats up fast and the end result looks beautiful.
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Most helpful critical review
Posted Aug 25, 2025
Extremely poor laminator for high volume use.
If you have small jobs get this laminator. This laminator can not handle a high workload like the Fusion can. It has no heat sensor. Curled upped the corners 3 times before it started to melt the laminating sheet and reversed course. This was only the second time using the machine and I didn't even get past 50 pouches. Do not buy this machine. I demand Staples star...
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Laura J.
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Posted Aug 25, 2025
Extremely poor laminator for high volume use.
If you have small jobs get this laminator. This laminator can not handle a high workload like the Fusion can. It has no heat sensor. Curled upped the corners 3 times before it started to melt the laminating sheet and reversed course. This was only the second time using the machine and I didn't even get past 50 pouches. Do not buy this machine. I demand Staples star...
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Response from Staples :
Hi Laura. We are sorry to hear about your experience! The Venus 2 125 is designed for office use - up to about 100 laminations per day. Please call customer service for assistance with your laminator. The number is conveniently located on a label adhered to the laminator. Please have the unit with you when you call. We are here to help!
September 5, 2025
Andrea S.
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Posted Apr 23, 2025
It did not last long; it started making noises and not laminating thoroughly.
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Response from Staples :
hi Andrea. We are sorry your laminator is not working properly! If you have not already done so please call customer service for support. The number is conveniently located on the label attached to the bottom of the laminator. Please have the laminator with you when you call. We are here to assist you!
April 30, 2025
Marlene J.
Posted Apr 8, 2025
We have used this laminator in the ED for a approx 2 months. It is wonderful. You turn it on it heats up fast and the end result looks beautiful.
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Response from Staples :
We appreciate your wonderful review Marlene! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and thank you for choosing Fellowes!
April 9, 2025
Robert Avery
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Staples Business
Posted Jan 3, 2025
Not worth the money
This laminator is one of the worst ones I have ever used. Does not keep hot even for a single sheet Heat fluctuates causing unsealed edges and haze. Have to run item through 2 times to do the job. Goes from running fast to inching along. My cheap 50 dollar one does a way better job. It was returned.
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Response from Staples :
Hi Robert. We are sorry to read that the unit you received was not working as it should be and regret the inconvenience this caused! However we are glad you were within the return window and you were able to return it successfully.
January 9, 2025
Tricia R.
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Posted Dec 16, 2024
great laminator
busy office lots of laminating - always great results!
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Response from Staples :
Wonderful! Thank you for taking the time out of your busy day to post your feedback and five-star review Tricia! Thank you for choosing Fellowes!
December 23, 2024
TED P.
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Posted Aug 24, 2024
a lamination mule
my first big laminator and now use it to run the objects back thru to take the sharp edges away when cutting the obits apart and putting on rounded corners.
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Response from Staples :
We appreciate the five stars Ted! We are glad you are loving the laminator!
August 27, 2024
Maria
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Posted May 1, 2024
AWESOME
We like it so much that this is our second VENUS.
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DONNAMARIA B.
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Posted Mar 22, 2024
LAMINATOR
Love the hot and cold feature. Works faster than the older ones. We like the mm feature for thick copies.
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Response from Staples :
We appreciate the feedback and five-star rating Donnamaria! Thank you for choosing Fellowes.
March 22, 2024
Hass
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Posted Feb 12, 2024
Venus 125 Laminator
Positives: Very good-looking laminator. White and silver in color and very clean looking. Super-fast warm-up time. Lamination speed is very fast. Negatives or opportunities for improvement: It would be nice to have the icons printed on the laminator; there's just a black background and it's difficult to see the power button. Would also be nice to have a slightly larger ...
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Response from Staples :
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, Hass! We appreciate the favorable review and recommendation.
CM, February 12, 2024
K.V.
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Posted Jun 15, 2023
Great Product!
We love this laminator! It heats up quickly and laminates any document perfectly!
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MimiG
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Posted Jan 5, 2023
Better Quality projects
I have three different Fellowes laminators, but this one is my absolute favorite. I can laminate all of my projects quickly and efficiently, and I've received compliments on all of them. I'm not a professional at this, but it appears to be an expensive type of work. I highly recommend it; it will make your projects so much easier.
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Response from Staples :
We value your great recommendation, MimiG! Thank you for choosing Fellowes!
CM, January 6, 2023
CAROL
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Posted Sep 29, 2022
Fellowes Venus 2 125 Thermal & Cold Laminator
Just recvd the Fellowes Venus 2 125 Thermal & Cold laminator. Have used it a handful of times. Very pleased with this product. The warm up time is quick and the pouches flow through the rollers smoothly. Would recommend this product.
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documentor
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Posted Jul 22, 2022
Replacement for the Voyager 125
I recently purchased the Venus2 125 to replace the voyager 125 I have had for many years. The new machine heats up quickly and laminates wonderfully. Too soon to tell about the reliability but if it is a tough as the Voyager I will have no complaints. Great machine so far.
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Response from Staples :
We are so glad to hear you are pleased with your purchase, documentor! Thank you for the great review and for your continued support!
CM, July 22, 2022
PATRICIA R.
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Posted Jun 10, 2022
Best one we had so far.
Very nice look. Best quality
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Thank you for choosing Fellowes Patricia! We value your feedback!
June 14, 2022
Steven
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Posted Mar 7, 2022
All in all very good
Just wish I had bought it sooner. Much faster than less expensive models and you can run up to 10 mil through it. Automatic thickness detection. Sometimes it slows down a bit probably to heat up again but still faster than the other models we have had. Up to 11" x 17" sheets.
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Response from Staples :
We appreciate hearing your positive feedback regarding the speed and the unique AutoSense System! Thank you for choosing Fellowes and for taking the time to share your experience Steven!
March 8, 2022
Boss1
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fellowes.com
Posted Nov 16, 2021
Best Laminator
I purchased the Venusâ„¢2 125 Laminator 2 weeks ago and have used it non-stop with no issues. I've used different pouch thicknesses' with no jams or issues. I like that there is minimal wait time for warm-up and processing. Best desktop laminator I've used in a long time.
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Response from Staples :
We are glad you feel it is the best laminator you have used in a long time, Boss1! Thank you for the five star rating and for choosing Fellowes!
CM, November 17, 2021
SusanL
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fellowes.com
Posted Nov 3, 2021
Staff love how fast it heats up!
We upgraded due to our 6+ year old Fellowes laminator was making a horrible noise. I decided to pay a little more to get a faster heating cycle and am so happy I did! Easy to use, fast to heat up - I couldn't ask for more. Staff have thanked me again and again!
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Response from Staples :
We appreciate your continued support, SusanL and we are glad to hear the staff is happy with the purchase!
CM, November 5, 2021
Robin
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Posted Apr 28, 2021
Laminator Venus
Coming from an old laminator to this one the change was dramatic. We went from Shoddy work to a beautiful page laminated. The Heat up time was very fast. The cool down time was appropriate. I am not sure about long levity or the quality of using it daily but we will keep a watch.
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Jo F.
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Posted Dec 14, 2020
THE BEST!
Loved using this machine. Sadly it broke after three years but definitely will be sticking with this brand and model.
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Jo F.
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Posted Dec 14, 2020
THE BEST!
Loved using this machine. Sadly it broke after three years but definitely will be sticking with this brand and model.
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