Kodak Dock
Score: 69/100
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 Kodak Dock is a portable 4×6-inch dye-sub printer with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and USB-C connectivity, delivering 300 dpi laminated prints. Its reliance on proprietary cartridges, lack of a built-in battery, and heavier build reduce true mobility. Suited for event photographers and travelers who need high-quality 4×6 prints and phone charging.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
300 dpi | 4,800 dpibest | |
— | 12 ppmbest | |
— | 5 ppmbest | |
— | 3,000 pagesbest | |
— | 400 pagesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 3.023 Wbest |
— | 1,200 dpibest | |
— | 100 sheetsbest |
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Print Performance(1) | ||
Print Resolution (dpi) | 300 dpi | 4800x1200 dpi |
Features(1) | ||
Supported Paper Sizes | 4x6 in | Letter,Legal,4x6,5x7,8x10,No.10/DL,A4,B5,A6 |
Physical Specs(4) | ||
Width (mm) | 482.6 mm | 434.66 mm |
Depth (mm) | 355.6 mm | 361 mm |
Height (mm) | 558.8 mm | 157 mm |
Weight (kg) | 0.76 kg | 5.03 kg |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Kodak Dock for its sleek, lightweight form factor and the convenience of docking and charging a phone while printing. They emphasize the quality of the 4PASS dye-sub process, which yields vibrant, laminated 4x6 photos at 300 dpi. Criticisms focus on the reliance on proprietary cartridges, the single 4x6 print size, and the lack of an internal battery, which may limit true on-the-go use.
Everyday users praise the printer's portability, ease of setup, and the instant, high-quality prints it produces directly from smartphones. The included extra photo sheets and retro styling are frequently highlighted as positives, while concerns center on cartridge costs and the absence of a built-in battery.
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.
“very lightweight”
“Easy setup and instant docking/printing from phone”
