Canon PIXMA TS6420a
Score: 61/100
HP Smart Tank 5101
Score: 77/100Rankings
The HP Smart Tank 5101 is a wireless all-in-one ink-tank printer offering low-cost high-volume printing and borderless photo capability. It lacks automatic duplex and an automatic document feeder, which can slow batch jobs. Ideal for home or small-office users who prioritize ink economy and connectivity over high-speed duplex scanning.
The Canon PIXMA TS6420a is a compact all-in-one inkjet offering high-resolution photo prints and automatic duplex printing. Its trade-offs include slow speeds, limited ink capacity, and no ADF for scanning. Best suited for occasional home photo printing and small households.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
4,800 dpibest | 4,800 dpibest | |
13 ppmbest | 12 ppm | |
6.8 ppmbest | 5 ppm | |
— | 3,000 pagesbest | |
— | 400 pagesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 3.023 Wbest |
2,400 dpibest | 1,200 dpi | |
13 ipmbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Ethernet Connectivity | false | true |
Power & Efficiency(1) | ||
Energy Star Certified | false | true |
Scan Performance(1) | ||
Scan Resolution (dpi) | 2400 dpi | 1200 dpi |
Print Performance(2) | ||
Print Speed (Black & White) (ppm) | 13 ppm | 12 ppm |
Print Speed (Color) (ppm) | 6.8 ppm | 5 ppm |
Features(1) | ||
Supported Paper Sizes | 3.5x3.5 in;4x6 in;5x5 in;5x7 in;7x10 in;8x10 in;Letter;Legal;U.S. #10 envelope;Card (91x55 mm) | Letter,Legal,4x6,5x7,8x10,No.10/DL,A4,B5,A6 |
Physical Specs(5) | ||
Input Tray Capacity (sheets) | 200 sheets | 100 sheets |
Width (mm) | 403.86 mm | 434.66 mm |
Depth (mm) | 317.5 mm | 361 mm |
Height (mm) | 149.86 mm | 157 mm |
Weight (kg) | 6.4 kg | 5.03 kg |
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Professional reviewers commend the TS6420a for its excellent photo and document quality, compact design, and easy wireless setup, but criticize its low ink yield, slow printing and scanning speeds, and the absence of an ADF.
Everyday users generally praise the printer's small footprint, straightforward wireless connectivity, and good photo output, while repeatedly mentioning slow print speeds, frequent ink replacements, and limited scanner capabilities as common pain points.
Professional reviewers commend the HP Smart Tank 5101 for its dependable high-volume performance, low operating cost thanks to the large ink tanks, and environmentally conscious design. They also appreciate its compact size and strong print quality, especially for borderless photos. However, they consistently criticize the missing automatic duplex and ADF, and the limitation of top-end color resolution to wired PC connections.
While direct user reviews are not quoted, product pages and retailer descriptions suggest everyday users value the long-lasting ink, easy wireless setup via the HP Smart app, and the printer's ability to handle photo and borderless prints. No major complaints are highlighted, indicating general satisfaction with its core functions, though the lack of auto-duplex and ADF may be noted by power users.
