If you're weighing a budget inkjet against a wireless all-in-one, the real question is how much convenience you want to pay for. The PIXMA TR4722 keeps things simple and keeps the cost down, while the Canon PIXMA TS6420a adds wireless, Bluetooth, scanning, and copying. With about $30 separating them, the right pick depends on your setup.
Quick Verdict
If you need a printer for straightforward output and you already have a scanner or copier, the PIXMA TR4722 is the budget choice. If you want to print from your phone or tablet, or you need built-in scan-and-copy capability, the Canon PIXMA TS6420a is worth the higher price.
Price and Feature Comparison
| PIXMA TR4722 | Canon PIXMA TS6420a | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $40.00 | $69.95 |
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| Type | Inkjet Printer | Wireless Inkjet All-In-One Color Printer |
| Connectivity | Not specified | Wireless, Bluetooth |
| Scanner / Copier | Not specified | Built-in Scanner and Copier |
| Color Depth | Not specified | 16-bit color and grayscale |
Where Each Printer Wins
- PIXMA TR4722: Wins on upfront price. For the lowest out-of-pocket cost, this is the pick.
- Canon PIXMA TS6420a: Wins on connectivity and versatility. Wireless and Bluetooth let you print from more devices, and the scanner/copier make it a home-office hub.
PIXMA TR4722 Inkjet Printer Black
The $40 price tag is the main event here. If you're looking for the cheapest way to put ink on paper, this printer gets you there without extra features you may never use. The product name itself is just "Inkjet Printer Black," so it's clearly aimed at buyers who want a straightforward printing machine. What you give up compared to the TS6420a is the wireless, scanning, and copying flexibility. If you already own a separate scanner or copier, or you only need to print from a connected computer, the TR4722 keeps your budget intact for paper and ink.
Canon PIXMA TS6420a Wireless Inkjet All-In-One Color Printer Black
For $69.95, the TS6420a brings the full home-office package: wireless and Bluetooth connectivity, plus built-in scanning and copying. That means you can print from a phone, tablet, or laptop without a direct cable, and you can handle light document work without another device. The listed black print speed of 4 ppm is modest, but for occasional printing, that's acceptable. The 16-bit color and grayscale depth are useful for color-critical projects. If your workspace needs a single device that prints, scans, and copies, the extra money buys real convenience.
Final Choice by Use Case
- Go with the PIXMA TR4722 if your printing is occasional and you already have scanning and copying covered elsewhere.
- Go with the Canon PIXMA TS6420a if wireless printing, phone compatibility, scanner, and copier are all part of your routine.
