HP DeskJet 4255e

Name: HP DeskJet 4255e
Brand: HP
SKU: B0CT2QHQVF
Price: 59.89 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.9 (6126 reviews)

Expert Review Analysis

The HP DeskJet 4255e is a compact wireless all‑in‑one inkjet printer aimed at home users, offering print, scan, copy and fax functions through the HP Smart app. It features a 60‑sheet input tray, a 35‑sheet automatic document feeder, and HP+ compatibility with three months of free Instant Ink.

✓ Best for: Small home offices or households with light printing needs (100‑300 pages per month) and up to three users; ideal for printing recipes, to‑do lists, occasional color photos, and multi‑page scanning or copying via the 35‑sheet ADF.✗ Not ideal for: High‑volume office settings, users requiring automatic duplex printing, borderless photo printing, or faster print speeds; also not suited for environments that need Ethernet or dual‑band Wi‑Fi connectivity.

Pros

✓Compact wireless all‑in‑one design supports printing, scanning, copying and fax via the HP Smart app.
✓60‑sheet input tray plus a 35‑sheet automatic document feeder enables multi‑page scanning and copying.
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Specifications

Connectivity

Wi‑Fi Standard802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz single‑band)

USBUSB (type not specified)

Design

Input Tray Capacity60 sheets

Output Tray Capacity25 sheets

ADF Capacity35 sheets

Media Sizes SupportedLetter, Legal, 4×6 in, 5×7 in, 8×10 in, No.10 envelopes

Media TypesPlain paper, photo paper, brochure paper, envelopes, specialty inkjet papers

Display

Display TypeLCD icon display

General

BrandHP

ModelDeskJet 4255e

ColorWhite

Release Date2024-04-08

WarrantyOne-Year limited hardware warranty (extendable to two years with HP+ Offer)

Performance

Print TechnologyHP Thermal Inkjet

Print ResolutionUp to 4800 × 1200 optimized dpi

Print Speed Black8.5 ppm ppm

Print Speed Color5.5 ppm ppm

Monthly Duty CycleUp to 1000 pages

Software

OS CompatibilityMicrosoft Windows

HP Instant Ink EligibleYes

AI‑enabledAI‑enabled workflow adaptation

Security

Dynamic SecurityEnabled

Features

AI‑Enabled Workflow AdaptationAutomatically optimizes settings for different media

Dimensions & Weight

Height7.87 Inches

Width16.85 inches

Depth13.07 Inches

Weight10.6 Pounds

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