When choosing a printer and scanner for home use, the real tension is between how much you print and how much you want to spend. These four HP all-in-one models span a listed-price range from $39.99 to $169.99, so the decision comes down to whether you need a compact occasional-use machine, an open-box unit with extra workflow tools, a straightforward new model, or a fax-ready ink tank printer for higher volume.
Quick take
- For light, occasional printing and scanning at the lowest listed price, start with the HP DeskJet 2942.
- If open-box condition is acceptable, the HP DeskJet 2827e adds duplex, networkable, portable, copier, and scanner features at the same entry point.
- For a new unit without fax and with mobile print, copy, and scan, the HP DeskJet 4355 sits between the two lower-priced models and the Smart Tank.
- For heavier printing, fax support, and a refillable ink tank system, the HP Smart Tank Plus 651 has the highest listed price here.
Listed-price comparison
| Product | Listed price | Price bar |
|---|---|---|
| HP DeskJet 2942 Wireless All-in-One Printer Violet | USD 39.99 | |
| Open Box: HP DeskJet 2827e All-in-One Printer with Bonus 3 Months of Instant Ink | USD 39.99 | |
| HP DeskJet 4355 All-in-One Inkjet Printer, Color Mobile Print, Copy, Scan Up to | USD 69.99 | |
| HP Smart Tank Plus 651 Wireless All-in-One Ink Tank Printer Scanner Fax 7XV38A | USD 169.99 |
Decision matrix
- Light home printing and scanning at the lowest listed price: HP DeskJet 2942.
- Open-box option with duplexing and networkable features: HP DeskJet 2827e.
- New all-in-one with mobile print, copy, and scan at a mid listed price: HP DeskJet 4355.
- High-volume printing with fax and ink bottles included in the box: HP Smart Tank Plus 651.
HP DeskJet 2942 Wireless All-in-One Printer Violet
The HP DeskJet 2942 is the lowest-priced way into this group. It covers print, scan, and copy, with dual-band Wi-Fi and mobile printing compatibility. It is described as a compact, space-saving design made with at least 70% recycled plastic, which makes it easy to fit on a small desk. It also includes six months of HP Instant Ink, with subscription terms applying after the trial unless canceled. The trade-off is speed: up to 7 ppm black and 5 ppm color, so it is best for occasional pages rather than long print jobs. This model also carries the shortest listed warranty of the group at six months.
Open Box: HP DeskJet 2827e All-in-One Printer with Bonus 3 Months of Instant Ink
At the same listed price as the DeskJet 2942, the HP DeskJet 2827e adds more workflow features: copier, duplex, networkable, portable, and scanner functions, with black print speed up to 7.5 ppm. It also includes Bonus 3 Months of Instant Ink and a one-year listed warranty. The limiting factor is condition. This is an open-box item, so it may be missing original packaging or an accessory, or it may have been opened and examined by a customer. If you are comfortable with that uncertainty, the extra networking and duplexing features make this a strong open-box choice.
HP DeskJet 4355 All-in-One Inkjet Printer, Color Mobile Print, Copy, Scan Up to
The HP DeskJet 4355 is the new middle model at $69.99. It focuses on the core print, copy, and scan functions, and the title highlights Color Mobile Print. The listed functions do not include fax, so this is for shoppers who want wireless document handling without fax hardware. This product is listed as New, which avoids the open-box condition of the previous model. For a small desk or a student setup, this price point separates it from the two $39.99 models and the $169.99 Smart Tank. It is a straightforward option when you want a fresh unit and do not need fax connectivity.
HP Smart Tank Plus 651 Wireless All-in-One Ink Tank Printer Scanner Fax 7XV38A
The HP Smart Tank Plus 651 is the high-volume option at $169.99. It is a wireless all-in-one ink tank printer with fax, scanner, and copier features, and it includes ink bottles for 8,000 color pages and 6,000 black pages. Black print speed is listed at 11 ppm, the fastest in this comparison. The cartridge-free ink tank approach is designed for people who print regularly and want to refill rather than swap cartridges. The obvious trade-off is the upfront price: $169.99 is $130 above the two $39.99 models and $100 above the $69.99 model, so it only makes sense for households that will actually use the higher ink capacity and fax support.
Final recommendation by use case
- Occasional light printing: choose the HP DeskJet 2942.
- Open-box model with duplexing and networking: choose the HP DeskJet 2827e.
- New model without fax at a middle price: choose the HP DeskJet 4355.
- Heavy printing plus fax and ink tank refills: choose the HP Smart Tank Plus 651.
