Kodak Mini 2
Score: 78/100
Canon PIXMA TS6420
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Canon PIXMA TS6420a is a compact all-in-one inkjet printer offering solid text and photo quality, automatic duplex, and extensive mobile-printing options, but it is slower and lacks an ADF.
The Kodak Mini 2 Retro is a portable Bluetooth-enabled instant photo printer that produces durable 2.1×3.4 in laminated prints using 4PASS dye-sublimation. It excels in image quality and portability but is limited by battery life and lack of Wi-Fi.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
0.8 ppm | 13 ppmbest | |
— | 4,800 dpibest | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
38 pages | 200 pagesbest | |
1 | 10best | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.2 kgbest | 6.3 kg |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
General(1) | ||
Print Technology | 4PASS dye sublimation | Inkjet |
Print Performance(2) | ||
Print Speed (ppm) (ppm) | 0.8 ppm | 13.0 ppm |
Print Resolution (dpi) (dpi) | 291x300 dpi | 4800 dpi |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Connectivity | false | true |
Paper Handling(2) | ||
Input Tray Capacity (pages) | 38 pages | 200 pages |
Supported Paper Sizes (count) | 1 | 10 |
Physical(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.2 kg | 6.3 kg |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the Mini 2 Retro for its hassle-free Bluetooth setup, the 4PASS dye-sublimation process that yields vivid, durable prints, and the robust in-app editing suite.
Everyday users love the true-to-life colors, the convenience of printing straight from a phone, and the rugged laminated photos, while noting occasional jams and limited battery life.
Professional reviewers consider the TS6420a a solid home printer with strong text and photo quality, a compact footprint, and excellent mobile-printing options. However, they criticize its slower speeds and the absence of an ADF.
Everyday users appreciate the easy setup, OLED display, and wireless convenience, especially for occasional photo prints and duplex documents. Common complaints revolve around slow print times, lack of an ADF, high ink consumption, and occasional Wi-Fi reliability issues.
“Truest colors and best clarity”
“So convenient, easy and fun to use”
“Easy setup and wireless convenience”
