Compact Printer Review

Why Buy a Compact Printer?

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:

  • Maximum printing speed: The best compact printers will have fast print speeds, not just for black and white, but for color as well.
  • Total Media Capacity: Just because the printer is small, doesn’t mean it should be able to hold more than one sheet at a time.
  • Maximum Resolution: Compact doesn’t mean low quality. Look for a printer that still offers high resolution printing.
  • Wireless: Many printers will allow for a wireless connection to the computer, this paired with a battery powered printing allows for completely wireless printers.
  • Battery: For the ultimate in portability, make sure it has a battery.

 
 
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Features
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
Battery Included
 
      
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.