Compact printers are small in size, but big in features. Compact printers are full featured printers, only in a smaller chassis. Since compact printers are smaller by design, they take up less space on your desk.
Compact printers are also great for people who need to travel frequently. They are small and easy to pack into a suitcase. Many also include a battery, allowing frequent traveler the option of not having to bring the power cord to the big presentation. Many compact printers’ media trays fold over to allow for easier packing and weigh less than a full-sized printer.
Many compact printers also use the same ink cartridges as larger inkjet printers. If you have two printers that use the same cartridges, it will be just that much easier to replace them.
In this site, you'll find articles on buying compact printers, news stories and comprehensive reviews on compact printers that will help you make an informed decision on which desktop is right for you. At TopTenREVIEWS - We do the research so you don't have to™.
What to Look for in a Compact Printer
Compact Printers offer flexibility and convenience. These printers make traveling for business easier. They take up less space on your desk at home or at work.
It is still important though, to look for a Compact Printer with good features, and not just the smallest one.
Below are the criteria TopTenREVIEWS used to evaluate Compact Printers:
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HP Officejet H470wbt Mobile Printer | Canon PIXMA iP100 | Brother PocketJet 3 Plus | HP Officejet H470b Mobile Printer | HP Officejet H470 Mobile Printer | Epson PictureMate Zoom | HP Photosmart A646 | Epson PictureMate Dash | Canon SELPHY ES40 | Hp Photosmart A536 |
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| Max Color Printing Speed | 18 ppm | 14 ppm | NA | 18 ppm | 18 ppm | 1.6 ppm | 2 ppm | 1.6 ppm | 1.6 ppm | 2 ppm |
| Max Black Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi | 300 x 300 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 5760 x 1440 dpi | 4800 x 1200 dpi | 5760 x 1440 dpi | 300 x 300 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Max Black Printing Speed | 22 ppm | 20 ppm | 3 ppm | 22 ppm | 22 ppm | 1.6 ppm | 2 ppm | 1.6 ppm | 1.6 ppm | 2 ppm |
| Max Color Resolution | 4800 x 1200 dpi | 9600 x 2400 dpi | NA | 4800 x 1200 dpi | 4800 x 1200 dpi | 5760 x 1440 dpi | 4800 x 1200 dpi | 5760 x 1440 dpi | 300 x 300 dpi | 4800 x 1200 dpi |
| Total Media Capacity | 50 Sheets | 50 Sheets | 1 Sheet | 50 Sheets | 50 Sheets | 20 Sheets | 20 Sheets | 20 Sheets | 50 Sheets | 20 Sheets |
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| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Cable/Wireless | Cable | Cable | Cable | Cable | Wireless | Cable | Cable | Cable |
| Media Size | 8.5 x 14 in. | 8.5 x 14 in. | 8.5 x 14 in. | 8.5 x 14 in. | 8.5 x 14 in. | 4 x 6 in. | 5 x 7 in | 4 x 6 in | 4 x 6 in | 4 x 12 |
| Warranty | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year |
| Width | 13.4 in. | 12.7 in. | 10 in. | 13.4 in. | 13.4 in. | 6.5 in. | 9.9 in. | 6.5 in. | 8.9 in. | 9.9 in. |
| Height | 3.3 in. | 2.4 in. | 1.2 in. | 3.3 in. | 3.3 in. | 9.8 in. | 5.3 in. | 8.7 in. | 8.9 in. | 5.3 in. |
| Depth | 7.3 in. | 7.2 in. | 2.2 in. | 7.3 in. | 6.5 in. | 9.1 in. | 4.6 in. | 9.1 in. | 5.4 in. | 8.7 in. |
| Weight | 5.0 lbs. | 4.4 lbs. | 1.1 lbs. | 5.0 lbs. | 5.0 lbs. | 6.8 lbs. | 2.4 lbs. | 5.5 lbs. | 4.8 lbs. | 2.9 lbs. |