Kodak Step Black
Score: 60/100
HP DeskJet 4255e
Score: 85/100Rankings
The HP DeskJet 4255e is a compact AI-enabled all-in-one inkjet that adds automatic duplex and an ADF, delivering good text and photo quality for home use, though its speed and paper capacity are modest.
The Kodak Step is a palm-sized, battery-powered Zink printer that creates 2×3 in adhesive photos directly from iOS or Android devices. It offers great value and portability, but its speed, print quality and reliance on a mobile app limit its use to casual scenarios.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1 ppm | 8.5 ppmbest | |
400 dpi | 4,800 dpibest | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
— | 1,000 pagesbest | |
10 pages | 60 pagesbest | |
— | 25 pagesbest | |
1 | 2best | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.068 kgbest | 4.808 kg |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
General(1) | ||
Print Technology | Zink | Inkjet |
Print Performance(2) | ||
Print Speed (ppm) (ppm) | 1 ppm | 8.5 ppm |
Print Resolution (dpi) (dpi) | 400 dpi | 4800 dpi |
Paper Handling(2) | ||
Input Tray Capacity (pages) | 10 pages | 60 pages |
Supported Paper Sizes (count) | 1 | 2 |
Physical(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.068 kg | 4.808 kg |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Consumption (Ready) (W) | 7.4 W | 2.8 W |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Reviewers commend its price, low running cost and solid performance for a Zink printer, while noting it cannot match dye-sublimation quality.
Users love the ease of Bluetooth pairing, fun app features and adhesive prints, though they note the limited paper capacity and occasional streaks.
Reviewers commend its excellent text/photo quality, compact size, and AI-driven formatting, but note limited paper capacity and the need for HP+ to unlock full features.
Users appreciate the sharp output and wireless features, yet report Wi-Fi setup hurdles and occasional paper jams.
“still going strong several months later”
“not brilliant but perfectly fine”
“Low cost per print and portable design are perfect for parties”
