
Canon PIXMA TR4720
Score: 72/100
HP DeskJet 2855e
Score: 68/100Rankings

The Canon PIXMA TR4720 is a compact all-in-one inkjet that delivers high-resolution prints and includes useful features like an automatic document feeder and voice-assistant support. Its drawbacks are slower color photo output, lack of duplex scanning, and occasional hardware reliability concerns. Best suited for home offices that need versatile document functions without heavy photo-printing demands.

The HP DeskJet 2855e is a compact wireless all-in-one inkjet designed for light home use, offering decent print quality and easy setup via the HP Smart app. Its manual duplex, low duty cycle, and lack of borderless printing limit higher-volume or photo-centric tasks. Ideal for students or occasional home printing.
| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
4,800 dpibest | 4,800 dpibest | |
8.8 ppmbest | 7.5 ppm | |
4.4 ppm | 5.5 ppmbest | |
— | 1,000 pagesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 7 W | 2.8 Wbest |
1,200 dpibest | — | |
100 sheetsbest | 60 sheets | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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Power & Efficiency(1) | ||
Power Consumption (Ready) (W) | 7 W | 2.8 W |
Print Performance(3) | ||
Print Resolution (dpi) | 4800 dpi | 4800x1200 dpi |
Print Speed (Black & White) (ppm) | 8.8 ppm | 7.5 ppm |
Print Speed (Color) (ppm) | 4.4 ppm | 5.5 ppm |
Features(2) | ||
Duplex Printing | true | false |
Supported Paper Sizes | Letter,Legal,A4,4x6,5x7,No.10,Borderless,Custom | Letter,Legal,4x6,5x7,8x10,No.10 envelopes,custom |
Physical Specs(5) | ||
Input Tray Capacity (sheets) | 100 sheets | 60 sheets |
Width (mm) | 436.9 mm | 424 mm |
Depth (mm) | 297.2 mm | 304 mm |
Height (mm) | 190.5 mm | 154 mm |
Weight (kg) | 5.76 kg | 3.42 kg |


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Professional reviewers commend the TR4720 for its compact footprint, fast document printing, versatile all-in-one functions and the inclusion of fax and hybrid ink, making it a solid choice for home or light-office environments. However, they note slower photo printing and the absence of duplex scanning as drawbacks compared to competing models.
Everyday users value the straightforward wireless setup, reliable mobile app printing, good document quality and the handy ADF, while recurring complaints focus on partially filled starter ink, slow photo output, occasional hardware glitches and the lack of duplex scanning or larger paper support.

Professional reviewers commend the DeskJet 2855e for its simplicity, compact footprint, and reliable performance in light‑duty home settings. They highlight the seamless wireless setup, AI‑driven HP Smart app integration, and respectable print speeds, while noting that its low duty cycle and lack of automatic duplex keep it from being a work‑group solution.
Everyday users consistently appreciate the printer's easy setup, small size, and satisfactory print quality for everyday documents and photos. Common praise centers on quiet operation and low power usage, while complaints focus on manual duplex, limited paper capacity, and occasional confusion over the package weight and ink subscription model.
“one copy and it failed”

“Easy wireless setup and app printing from phones”

“ease of use, overall performance, print quality, compact size, straightforward setup, wireless connectivity, quietness, and lightweight build.”

