Rankings
The Kodak Step is a tiny, battery-powered Zink printer that creates 2 × 3 in adhesive-back photos from smartphones via Bluetooth or NFC. It offers great portability and low running costs, though print quality and battery life are modest.
The HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e is an AI-enabled all-in-one inkjet aimed at home-office users, offering fast black-text output, large paper capacity, and strong wireless/ethernet connectivity, but it lags in color speed and photo quality.
The HP Envy Photo 7975 is a compact all-in-one thermal inkjet aimed at home users who need occasional photo printing, offering automatic duplex, a dedicated photo tray, and strong mobile-printing features, but it suffers from slow speeds and high ink costs.
The Canon PIXMA G3270 MegaTank is a compact all-in-one inkjet printer with ultra-low running costs and solid wireless features, but it lacks automatic duplex and an ADF, and its speeds are modest.
The Canon PIXMA TR4720 is a compact all-in-one wireless inkjet offering printing, scanning, copying, and faxing with an automatic duplex and a 20-sheet ADF. It delivers vivid photo output but incurs high ink costs and slower color speeds.
The Instax Mini Link 3 is a pocket-sized Bluetooth printer that delivers 2×3 in instant photos in about 15 seconds. It combines fast printing, modern USB-C charging, and a feature-rich app for AR effects and collages.
The Kodak Mini 2 Retro is a portable Bluetooth-enabled instant photo printer that produces durable 2.1×3.4 in laminated prints using 4PASS dye-sublimation. It excels in image quality and portability but is limited by battery life and lack of Wi-Fi.
The HP DeskJet 2827e is an AI-enabled, wireless all-in-one inkjet aimed at home users. It offers decent print quality, compact size and eco-friendly build, but is limited by manual duplexing and modest speeds.
The Epson EcoTank ET-2400 delivers low-cost, high-yield printing with solid wireless and mobile features, but its lack of automatic duplex, ADF, and slower color speed keep it in the home-office segment rather than a full-featured office workhorse.
The Brother MFC-J1360DW is a compact color inkjet all-in-one offering wireless printing, automatic duplex, and a 20-sheet ADF, suited for home offices and small workgroups.
The Instax Mini Link 2 bundle offers instant 2 × 3 in prints via Bluetooth and a rich app, but requires separate film and power source.
The Polaroid Hi-Print 2nd-Gen is a pocket-sized Bluetooth dye-sublimation printer that delivers vivid 2×3-inch adhesive photos. It excels in portability and print quality but is limited by its high per-print cost and lack of Wi-Fi.
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15 ppm | 4 ppm | 4 ppm | 7.5 ppm | 16 ppm | 20 ppmbest | 1 ppm | 0.8 ppm | 11 ppm | 8.8 ppm | 10 ppm | 1 ppm | |
4,800 dpi | 318 dpi | 318 dpi | 4,800 dpi | 1,200 dpi | 4,800 dpi | 300 dpi | — | 4,800 dpi | 4,800 dpi | 5,760 dpibest | 313 dpi | |
1 yearsbest | — | 1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
1,000 pages | — | — | — | 2,000 pages | 20,000 pagesbest | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
125 pages | — | — | 60 pages | 150 pages | 225 pagesbest | 10 pages | 38 pages | 100 pages | 100 pages | 100 pages | 10 pages | |
60 pagesbest | — | — | 25 pages | 50 pages | 60 pagesbest | 1 pages | — | — | — | 30 pages | 10 pages | |
1 | 1 | — | — | 10 | 13best | 1 | 1 | — | 7 | — | 1 | |
| ↓ lower better | 8.12 kg | 0.454 kg | 0.21 kg | 3.426 kg | 7.62 kg | 8 kg | 0.34 kg | 0.2 kg | 6 kg | 5.76 kg | 3.9 kg | 0.068 kgbest |
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Print Technology | HP Thermal Inkjet | Instant film | — | Inkjet | Inkjet | HP Thermal Inkjet | Dye-sublimation | 4PASS dye sublimation | Inkjet | Inkjet | Inkjet | Zink |
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Print Speed (ppm) (ppm) | 15 ppm | 4 ppm | 4 ppm | 7.5 ppm | 16 ppm | 20 ppm | 1 ppm | 0.8 ppm | 11 ppm | 8.8 ppm | 10 ppm | 1 ppm |
Print Resolution (dpi) (dpi) | 4800 dpi | 318 dpi | 318 dpi | 4800 dpi | 1200 dpi | 4800 dpi | 300 dpi | 291x300 dpi | 4800 dpi | 4800 dpi | 5760 dpi | 313 dpi |
Duplex Printing | true | false | — | false | true | true | — | — | false | true | false | true |
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Wi‑Fi Connectivity | true | false | — | true | true | true | — | false | true | true | true | — |
Ethernet Connectivity | false | false | — | — | false | true | — | — | — | — | false | — |
USB Connectivity | true | true | true | true | true | true | false | — | true | true | true | — |
Paper Handling(4) | ||||||||||||
Monthly Duty Cycle (pages) | 1000 pages | — | — | — | 2000 pages | 20000 pages | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Input Tray Capacity (pages) | 125 pages | — | — | 60 pages | 150 pages | 225 pages | 10 pages | 38 pages | 100 pages | 100 pages | 100 pages | 10 pages |
Output Tray Capacity (pages) | 60 pages | — | — | 25 pages | 50 pages | 60 pages | 1 pages | — | — | — | 30 pages | 10 pages |
Supported Paper Sizes (count) | 1 | 1 | — | — | 10 | 13 | 1 | 1 | — | 7 | — | 1 |
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Weight (kg) | 8.12 kg | 0.454 kg | 0.21 kg | 3.426 kg | 7.62 kg | 8 kg | 0.34 kg | 0.2 kg | 6.0 kg | 5.76 kg | 3.9 kg | 0.068 kg |
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Power Consumption (Ready) (W) | 14 W | 3 W | 3 W | 2.8 W | — | — | — | — | 0.6 W | 0.8 W | — | 7.4 W |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Consumer Reports praise its text quality and media handling, but note sluggish speeds, high ink cost, and lack of Ethernet.
Users like the easy setup and quiet operation, yet complain about slow print times and frequent ink replacements.
Professional reviewers praise the Mini Link 2 for authentic Instax chemistry, ease of use, and creative app features, noting the Bluetooth 5.1 and USB-C upgrades over earlier models.
“Versatile for students and home users.”
“I would not recommend this to a friend.”
“Quiet operation suitable for shared spaces.”
Link 3 offers newer connectivity and richer app features; Link 2 only worth considering at a deep discount.
Pick ET-2400 for long-term savings and eco-friendliness; pick Canon if automatic duplex is a priority.
Everyday users rate the printer highly for quick operation and fun AR/QR features, while noting occasional color mismatches and the inconvenience of needing separate film and power adapter.
Professional reviewers praise the speed, Bluetooth 5.1 stability and richer AR features, noting it as a solid upgrade over its predecessor while calling out the limited film format and app reliance.
Everyday users love the instant, tangible nature of the prints and the playful AR and collage features, but complain about occasional color fidelity issues and film-jam hiccups.
Professional reviewers praise the AI-driven formatting and Energy Star efficiency, while noting the lack of automatic duplex and the forced use of HP ink as drawbacks.
Everyday users love the easy setup, good quality prints and green credentials, but complain about slow speeds, manual duplex and cartridge restrictions.
Professional reviewers praise its built-in ADF and duplex printing at this price point, as well as strong cloud and mobile support, while noting the lack of duplex scanning and modest build quality.
Everyday users like the quick wireless setup and color output, but many complain about high ink costs and the small display.
Professional reviewers praise its sharp text and robust connectivity, while noting slow color speed, high ink cost, and missing duplex scanning.
Users love the easy setup and quiet mode, but complain about color speed, photo quality, and occasional app glitches.
Professional reviewers give the Hi·Print a solid 4 / 5, highlighting its compact form factor, fast one-minute print time, and especially its dye-sublimation output that delivers richer colors and fade-resistant photos than Zink-based rivals.
Everyday users are overwhelmingly positive about the printer's portability and the vivid, adhesive-backed prints that work well in journals, planners, and events. Recurring complaints focus on the high per-print cost, the limited cartridge capacity, occasional app or Bluetooth glitches, and reports of the unit failing after a few years of use.
Professional reviewers praise the Mini 2 Retro for its hassle-free Bluetooth setup, the 4PASS dye-sublimation process that yields vivid, durable prints, and the robust in-app editing suite.
Everyday users love the true-to-life colors, the convenience of printing straight from a phone, and the rugged laminated photos, while noting occasional jams and limited battery life.
Professional reviewers commend the G3270 for its low operating cost, solid text and graphics quality, and robust mobile printing features, positioning it as a value-focused upgrade over the G2270 despite a higher price tag. However, they note its slower speeds and lack of automatic duplex or ADF as trade-offs for the budget-friendly ink system.
Everyday users appreciate the hassle-free ink tanks, good photo quality, and easy wireless setup, often calling the printer "worth every penny." Common frustrations revolve around manual duplex, limited paper capacity, slower color printing, and some confusion with the initial ink refill process.
Professional reviewers commend the TR4720 for its vivid photo output, reliable ADF, and energy-saving features, but they consistently criticize its high ink cost and modest print speeds. It performs well for occasional home and small-office tasks but is less suited for high-volume or speed-critical environments.
Everyday users love the printer's print quality, straightforward wireless setup, and mobile app integration, often calling it the best value for home use. However, they echo concerns about expensive ink, slow color prints, and the bulky paper tray design.
Professional reviewers praise its crisp text, vibrant photo output and eco-friendly design, while noting the absence of automatic duplex and an ADF.
Everyday users love the hassle-free ink refills and wireless convenience, but complain about occasional Wi-Fi drops and faster black-ink depletion.
Professional reviewers consider the Kodak Step a value leader in the pocket photo printer market. PCMag gave it a 4.0/5.0 Editors' Choice rating, praising its low price, competitive running costs, solid Zink output and fast 60-second print time, while noting its limited print quality compared to dye-sublimation models.
Everyday users on Amazon UK (4.3/5 from over 22 000 reviews) love the printer's ease of use, portability and fun crafting possibilities. Common praise centers on quick Bluetooth pairing, intuitive app editing tools, durable adhesive prints and the novelty of on-the-go photo creation. Recurring complaints involve the limited paper supply, occasional thin lines that need recalibration, lack of a wall charger and occasional app confusion.
