Choosing between the HP DeskJet 4355 and HP DeskJet 2955 can feel like a toss-up: both are all-in-one inkjet printers with print, copy, and scan functions, and both output in color. The useful distinction is the listed price and the physical shape. The 4355 is listed at USD 69.99, while the 2955 is listed at USD 59.99, and the size figures put the 2955 in the more compact corner. If you are trying to decide which one belongs on your desk, the main question is whether the lower price and smaller body matter more than a more substantial printer presence.
Quick verdict
Pick the HP DeskJet 2955 when you want the lower price and the more compact of the two printers. Pick the HP DeskJet 4355 when you are comfortable with the higher price and prefer a taller, wider all-in-one body. Both cover the same all-in-one functions, so the decision comes down to the price difference and how much desk space you want to give up.
At a glance
| Model | Listed price | Price bar | Print / copy / scan | Color output |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP DeskJet 4355 | USD 69.99 | Yes | Yes | |
| HP DeskJet 2955 | USD 59.99 | Yes | Yes |
Where each printer stands out
- The HP DeskJet 2955 stands out for its lower listed price and smaller body. With a listed item height of 6.060 and an item width of 11.970, it is the easier fit for a tight desk or shelf.
- The HP DeskJet 4355 stands out for its larger body. Its listed item height of 7.870 and item width of 13.070 give it a more substantial presence, even though it does not add extra functions.
Product notes
HP DeskJet 2955 All-in-One Inkjet Printer
Choose this one when the money side and the physical footprint matter most. Its price is the lower of the two, and the height of 6.060 with a width of 11.970 makes it the more compact all-in-one in this head-to-head. It still delivers the same core functions as its sibling, so you are not giving up print, copy, or scan ability. The trade-off is that if you wanted the bigger, heavier presence of the 4355, this model will not give you that. It may disappear on a large desk, but for a tighter corner it is the more fitting option.
HP DeskJet 4355 All-in-One Inkjet Printer
If the size and presence of the printer matter as much as the job it does, this is the one to think about. The 4355 is the higher-priced unit of the two, and its listed height of 7.870 and width of 13.070 show a larger body than the 2955. The core job is identical, so you are mostly paying for size and presence rather than a new set of features. The limitation is the same trade-off from the other side: the bigger footprint and higher price are not worth it if your setup only has room for a slim, compact printer. If your desk has the space and you want the larger all-in-one, the 4355 is the straightforward pick.
Final choice by use case
- Best for a compact, lower-priced setup: HP DeskJet 2955 All-in-One Inkjet Printer
- Best for a larger desk presence: HP DeskJet 4355 All-in-One Inkjet Printer
Let the price spread and physical size be the tie-breakers. For a small space and a lower initial outlay, the 2955 is the obvious match. If you prefer a bigger HP all-in-one and are comfortable with the higher price, the 4355 fills that role.
