Kodak Step
Score: 68/100
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 Step is a pocket-sized Bluetooth/NFC printer that creates 2×3-inch sticky-back photos at 1200 dpi in under a minute. Its small format, limited battery life, and occasional color fidelity issues restrict it to casual, on-the-go photo sharing. Best for travelers and scrapbook enthusiasts who value portability over size.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,200 dpi | 4,800 dpibest | |
— | 12 ppmbest | |
1 ppm | 5 ppmbest | |
— | 3,000 pagesbest | |
— | 400 pagesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 3.023 Wbest |
— | 1,200 dpibest | |
— | 100 sheetsbest |
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Print Performance(2) | ||
Print Resolution (dpi) | 1200 dpi | 4800x1200 dpi |
Print Speed (Color) (ppm) | 1.0 ppm | 5 ppm |
Features(1) | ||
Supported Paper Sizes | 2x3 in | Letter,Legal,4x6,5x7,8x10,No.10/DL,A4,B5,A6 |
Physical Specs(4) | ||
Width (mm) | 51 mm | 434.66 mm |
Depth (mm) | 25 mm | 361 mm |
Height (mm) | 76 mm | 157 mm |
Weight (kg) | 0.068 kg | 5.03 kg |
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Professional commentary is limited, but product-page editors highlight the Kodak Step's vivid "fantastic" print quality, rapid sub-minute printing, and the feature-rich KODAK STEP app as strong points, while noting the scarcity of independent, in-depth reviews.
Everyday users consistently praise the printer's effortless Bluetooth setup, quick print times, and durable sticky-backed photos, especially for high-contrast images, while occasional complaints focus on limited print size, color fidelity on low-contrast pictures, and the 25-print battery limit.
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.
