Canon PIXMA TR4720 Black
Score: 79/100
HP DeskJet 2855e
Score: 88/100Rankings
The HP DeskJet 2855e is a budget-friendly all-in-one inkjet that offers solid wireless and mobile printing in a compact footprint, but it lacks automatic duplex and can be costly to run.
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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
8.8 ppm | 20 ppmbest | |
4,800 dpibest | 4,800 dpibest | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
— | 1,000 pagesbest | |
100 pagesbest | 60 pages | |
— | 25 pagesbest | |
7best | 2 | |
| ↓ lower better | 5.76 kg | 3.426 kgbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Print Performance(2) | ||
Print Speed (ppm) (ppm) | 8.8 ppm | 20 ppm |
Duplex Printing | true | false |
Paper Handling(2) | ||
Input Tray Capacity (pages) | 100 pages | 60 pages |
Supported Paper Sizes (count) | 7 | 2 |
Physical(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 5.76 kg | 3.426 kg |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Consumption (Ready) (W) | 0.8 W | 2.8 W |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
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.
Reviewers praise its affordability and color quality, but criticize slow black speed, Wi-Fi reliability, and lack of automatic duplex.
Users like the easy setup and small size, yet complain about Wi-Fi drops and rapid ink consumption.
“Best printer EVER!!! Incredible value for the money”
“I never subscribed to Instant Ink and just buy my ink from Target as needed - it still works fine.”
“Compact and lightweight design fits small spaces.”
