Rankings
The Fujifilm Instax Mini Link 2 is a compact Bluetooth-enabled smartphone printer that delivers 2 × 3 in instant photos in just 12-15 seconds, with a lightweight 210 g body. Its non-removable battery charges via slower Micro-USB and film must be purchased separately, limiting convenience. Best suited for casual users who want quick, on-the-go photo sharing.
The Fujifilm Instax Square Link is a compact Bluetooth-enabled printer that produces vibrant 2.44 × 2.44-inch square photos in about 12 seconds, featuring AR effects and a reprint button. Its non-removable battery, reliance on Bluetooth only, and the need to buy separate film limit its convenience. Ideal for casual creators who enjoy playful instant prints and on-the-go portability.
The Fujifilm Instax Mini Link (Ash White) is a compact Bluetooth-enabled printer that produces 86 × 54 mm instant photos in about 12 seconds, offering a lightweight and fast solution for on-the-go printing. Its older Bluetooth version, Micro-USB charging, and non-removable battery are notable trade-offs. Best suited for casual users who prioritize portability and creative app features over the latest connectivity standards.
The YOTON YP01 is a portable 4×6 inch dye-sublimation photo printer that delivers vivid, durable prints via direct Wi-Fi and a feature-rich app. Its reliance on AC power and single media size restrict true field mobility. Ideal for travelers and casual photographers who have easy access to outlets and value low-cost, high-quality prints.
The Canon PIXMA TR7120 is a wireless all-in-one inkjet that delivers solid print quality, duplex and ADF convenience for home office tasks. Its main drawbacks are low ink yields and slower color speeds, which raise operating costs. Best suited for light home-office use where multifunction features outweigh high-volume demands.
The Kodak Step is a pocket-sized Bluetooth/NFC printer that creates 2×3-inch sticky-back photos at 1200 dpi in under a minute. Its small format, limited battery life, and occasional color fidelity issues restrict it to casual, on-the-go photo sharing. Best for travelers and scrapbook enthusiasts who value portability over size.
The Canon PIXMA TS4320 is a compact all-in-one inkjet offering wireless printing and automatic duplex as its main strengths. Its limitations include a small paper tray, no ADF, and a modest duty cycle that makes it less suitable for heavy workloads. Ideal for home users who need occasional color and photo prints in a small footprint.
The Polaroid Lab is a compact, battery-powered instant printer that creates authentic full-size Polaroid photos via a smartphone app. Its fixed focus system and the recurring cost of Polaroid film limit flexibility and affordability. Best suited for social-media enthusiasts who value the classic Polaroid look over professional control.
The Canon PIXMA TR160 is a lightweight, battery-operated portable printer delivering high-resolution output for on-the-go users. Its limitations include a small paper capacity and lack of scanning/copying features, making it less suitable for office workloads. Best for mobile professionals and students who need occasional document and photo printing away from power sources.
The Epson PictureMate PM-400 is a compact wireless photo printer delivering vivid borderless prints up to 5" × 7". Its limited paper formats, proprietary Print Packs and lack of scanning limit its usefulness for power users. Best suited for casual photographers who need quick, portable photo prints from smartphones.
A pocket-sized Bluetooth printer that delivers 2 × 3 in glossy prints with decent 313 dpi resolution. Its small size and app-based workflow come at the cost of slow speed and lack of broader connectivity. Best suited for casual users who need occasional instant photos.
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318 dpi | 318 dpi | — | 318 dpi | 1,200 dpi | 4,800 dpibest | 1,200 dpi | — | 313 dpi | — | 1,200 dpi | |
5 ppm | 5 ppm | — | 5 ppm | — | 9 ppm | 8 ppm | — | 1.2 ppm | — | 14 ppmbest | |
— | — | — | — | 1 ppm | 5.5 ppm | 6 ppm | — | 1.2 ppm | — | 9 ppmbest | |
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| ↓ lower better | 3 Wbest | — | — | 3 Wbest | — | — | 21 W | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | 2,400 dpibest | — | — | — | 1,200 dpi | |
— | — | 50 sheets | — | — | 50 sheets | 100 sheetsbest | 54 sheets | 40 sheets | — | 100 sheetsbest |
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Power Consumption (Ready) (W) | 3 W | — | — | 3 W | — | — | 21 W | — | — | — | — |
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Warranty (years) | 1 years | 1 years | — | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | 3 years | 1 years | — | 1 years | 1 years |
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Scan Resolution (dpi) | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2400 dpi | — | — | — | 1200x2400 dpi |
Print Performance(3) | |||||||||||
Print Resolution (dpi) | 318 dpi | 318 dpi | 5760x1440 dpi | 318 dpi | 1200 dpi | 4800x1200 dpi | 1200 dpi | — | 313 dpi | — | 1200x1200 dpi |
Print Speed (Black & White) (ppm) | 5 ppm | 5 ppm | — | 5 ppm | — | 9 ppm | 8 ppm | — | 1.2 ppm | — | 14 ppm |
Print Speed (Color) (ppm) | — | — | — | — | 1.0 ppm | 5.5 ppm | 6 ppm | — | 1.2 ppm | — | 9 ppm |
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Supported Paper Sizes | Instax Mini | Instax Mini | 3.5 x 5 in, 4 x 6 in, 5 x 7 in (borderless) | Instax Square | 2x3 in | Letter,Legal,A4,A5,B5,4x6,5x7,7x10,8x10,squares,envelopes,cards | 4x6,5x5,5x7,7x10,8x10,Letter,U.S.#10,Card | 4x6 | 2x3 in | i-Type,600-type | 4x6,5x5,5x7,7x10,8x10,Letter,#10 envelopes,91x55mm cards |
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Input Tray Capacity (sheets) | — | — | 50 sheets | — | — | 50 sheets | 100 sheets | 54 sheets | 40 sheets | — | 100 sheets |
Width (mm) | 90.3 mm | 127 mm | 383 mm | 38 mm | 51 mm | 322.6 mm | 355.6 mm | 180 mm | 184 mm | 150 mm | 355.6 mm |
Depth (mm) | 34.6 mm | 76 mm | 249 mm | 104 mm | 25 mm | 185.4 mm | 375.92 mm | 131 mm | 143 mm | 115.6 mm | 375.9 mm |
Height (mm) | 124.5 mm | 180 mm | 200 mm | 127 mm | 76 mm | 66.0 mm | 170.18 mm | 62 mm | 136 mm | 149.7 mm | 208.3 mm |
Weight (kg) | 0.209 kg | 0.281 kg | 2.72 kg | 0.236 kg | 0.068 kg | 2.04 kg | 6.917 kg | 2.016 kg | 0.6 kg | 0.655 kg | 6.30 kg |
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Professional reviewers and editors view the Instax Mini Link as a highly portable, fast-printing solution that excels in casual, social settings. They appreciate its sleek design, sub-210 g weight, and robust suite of app-based creative features, while noting its older Bluetooth version and Micro-USB charging as drawbacks.
Everyday users generally enjoy the fun factor of instant smartphone prints, praising the device's portability and quick 12-second output. Common themes include appreciation for the creative app modes and occasional frustration over the recurring cost of Instax film and occasional app glitches.
“Vivid color rendition with dynamic and tonal range comparable to full-size photo printers”
“Effective resolution is limited, resulting in sub-optimal fine detail despite a high nominal dpi rating”
“Extremely portable at 4.5 lbs and folds to 2.6" height, fitting easily into bags or backpacks.”
Professional reviewers commend the PM-400 for its vivid color output, broad dynamic range and ultra-compact design, positioning it as a solid choice for casual, on-the-go photo printing. However, they criticize its limited resolution, small media capacity and the higher long-term cost of proprietary Print Packs, noting that it falls short of larger inkjets in detail and flexibility.
Everyday users appreciate the printer's portability, straightforward wireless printing from phones and tablets, and the speed of 4" × 6" borderless prints for instant sharing. Common complaints focus on the limited paper formats, the proprietary Print Packs that drive up consumable costs, and the lack of fine detail in the output.
Professional reviewers consistently highlight the Instax Square Link's portability, rapid 12-second print time, and innovative AR/Instax Connect features as strong points for casual creative printing, while noting the limited connectivity options and the separate cost of film as minor drawbacks.
Everyday users echo the professional praise for portability and fun app features, emphasizing the joy of instant square prints and the convenience of the reprint button, though they commonly point out the need to purchase film and the relatively long charging period as pain points.
Professional commentary is limited, but product-page editors highlight the Kodak Step's vivid "fantastic" print quality, rapid sub-minute printing, and the feature-rich KODAK STEP app as strong points, while noting the scarcity of independent, in-depth reviews.
Everyday users consistently praise the printer's effortless Bluetooth setup, quick print times, and durable sticky-backed photos, especially for high-contrast images, while occasional complaints focus on limited print size, color fidelity on low-contrast pictures, and the 25-print battery limit.
Professional reviewers position the TR160 as an ideal solution for mobile professionals such as construction workers, insurance adjusters, and students, emphasizing its ultra-light weight, compact folded dimensions, battery-powered capability, and high-resolution hybrid-ink output for both documents and photos.
Everyday users (though not directly quoted) appear to value the printer's portability, quick borderless photo printing, and low power draw, while commonly noting the small paper tray and the extra cost of the optional battery as drawbacks.
Professional reviewers consider the YOTON YP01 a standout in the sub-$100 portable printer market, praising its vivid dye-sublimation output, intuitive app, and ultra-slim form factor, while noting the missing battery as the only significant drawback.
Everyday users consistently praise the printer's sharp, vibrant, and long-lasting photos, the hassle-free Wi-Fi printing from mobile devices, and the generous starter kit, but they frequently mention the need for an AC outlet as a limitation for true field use.
Professional commentary is limited, but the few available remarks emphasize the Lab's authentic Polaroid chemistry and its appeal to users seeking classic instant-film aesthetics, while noting the fixed focus and aperture constrain creative control.
Everyday users consistently commend the device's simplicity, portability, and the novelty of printing full-size Polaroid photos directly from a phone, though they express concerns about film cost and the lack of manual exposure controls.
Professional reviewers consider the PIXMA TR7120 a solid home-office all-in-one, praising its color accuracy, wireless flexibility, and the convenience of an ADF and duplex printing. However, they consistently flag the low ink yields and the tri-color cartridge's wasteful design as significant drawbacks, along with slower color speeds for demanding tasks.
Home users and casual photographers generally like the easy wireless setup, reliable ADF for multi-page scans, and decent photo quality on glossy media. The most common complaints revolve around frequent ink changes due to low cartridge yields and the inefficiency of having to replace the entire tri-color cartridge when only one color is depleted.
