When your print jobs outgrow a standard office printer, the choice of a wide-format printer often comes down to convenience versus cost. Large-format plotters are a separate class from desktop printers: they handle wide sheets, deliver long prints, and occupy a dedicated corner of the workspace. Two HP models frame this decision: the DesignJet T210 and the T100. Both are inkjet-based large-format printers, but they arrive in different conditions and at different price points. The real question is whether the T210's added operator tools justify its higher price, or whether the T100's lower cost is the smarter move.
Quick verdict
Choose the HP DesignJet T210 if you want the more convenient large-format printer. Choose the HP T100 if your main goal is wide-format color output at the lowest practical price.
At a glance
| HP DesignJet T210 | HP T100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $574.99 | $450.00 |
| Condition | New open box | Used |
| Key strengths | Touchscreen, roll paper support, Ethernet | 24-in large-format color plotter |
Where each product wins
The DesignJet T210 wins when the extras in the table make a real difference to your daily workflow. The T100 wins when the lower cost matters more than the extra conveniences. They serve two different priorities: one is about how comfortable the printer is to operate, the other is about how little it costs to get into wide-format printing. If your print volume is high enough that you'll spend hours at the machine, the T210's convenience starts to pay for itself; if you only need occasional plots, the T100 is the more sensible call.
The two options
HP DesignJet T210 24-in Large Format Plotter Printer - New Open Box
The T210 builds its case around the print experience. The thermal inkjet engine is tuned for sharp lines and detailed output, while the sheet feed input gives you a second way to load media. The printer's footprint is compact, which helps in offices where floor space is tight. Choose it if you want a large-format printer that is easy to live with on a daily basis. The trade-off is that you pay more than the T100, and the unit is new open box: the carton was opened to confirm the contents, even though the printer is new. If those two points are acceptable, the T210 is the better-equipped pick.
HP DESIGN T100 24 IN LARGE FORMAT COLOR PLOTTER
The T100 is the used option in this pairing, and its main appeal is getting to 24-inch color plotting without spending like you're outfitting a full production room. The HP T100 24IN model name makes the media width clear, and the operating principle is familiar to anyone who has used a plotter. The right time to pick the T100 is when the job is straightforward large-format color output and the budget is the first thing you think about. The limitation is the used condition. You accept pre-owned wear in exchange for the lower cost, so the unit's history is part of the trade-off. For buyers who can make peace with that, the T100 is a practical way into wide-format printing.
Final choice by use case
If you print often, share the printer on a network, and want a touchscreen plus rolled media to keep work flowing, the DesignJet T210 is the better fit. If you print less frequently and want to keep your initial outlay low, the T100 is the more pragmatic choice.
