Choosing between all-in-one printers scanners usually comes down to how much you print, how fast you need output, and whether you want an ink tank, laser, or standard inkjet. The four models here span a listed price range from $100.20 to $280, and each one walks a different line between price, speed, wireless convenience, and refill approach.
Quick Take
- If you want the lowest listed price and a wireless all-in-one for basic scanning/copying, the Workforce WF-2950 is the concise pick.
- If you prefer an ink tank system with years of ink included, the HP Smart Tank Plus 651 balances low-cost refills and wireless printing.
- If you need fast laser output with duplex and networkability, the HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw is the speed-focused choice.
- The HP PhotoSmart 7520 is a used photo-centric all-in-one that comes with accessories and a replacement black cartridge, but be prepared for possible print head/cartridge replacement.
| Model | Listed Price | Price Bar | Type and Notable Spec |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP PhotoSmart 7520 | $175.00 | Inkjet, cable, photo all-in-one | |
| HP Smart Tank Plus 651 | $174.99 | Ink tank, wireless, 11 ppm black | |
| Workforce WF-2950 | $100.20 | Inkjet, wireless, 10 ppm black | |
| HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw | $280.00 | Laser, duplex, 42 ppm black |
Decision Matrix
- Daily home or student printing → Workforce WF-2950 or HP Smart Tank Plus 651
- Long-running ink refills without cartridge swaps → HP Smart Tank Plus 651
- Speed-first shared office → HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw
- Photo-focused project with optional print head replacement → HP PhotoSmart 7520
HP PhotoSmart 7520 e-ALL-IN-ONE Photo Printer and Scanner with Accessories
If you want a photo-capable multifunction and don't mind a little setup work, this used HP all-in-one bundles several useful extras: a new black ink cartridge, data cable, power cord, setup guide, and a driver CD. The cable connection keeps things simple on a dedicated desk. The unit comes from a lightly used home environment, and the included CD covers OS X Lion and Windows. The trade-off is that the print head and cartridge likely need to be replaced, so you'll need to budget for that before regular printing. It's a good fit for someone who wants a photo printer and can spend a little time on setup.
HP Smart Tank Plus 651 Wireless All-in-One Ink Tank Printer Scanner
Cartridge-free ink tank printing is the headline here. This new model bundles about three years of ink in the box, sized for roughly 8,000 color pages and 6,000 black pages. Black print speed is 11 ppm, and the printer connects over wireless or USB 2.0. It handles scanning and faxing, and the 24-bit color depth points to solid everyday document output. The strongest reason to pick this one is the cartridge-free refillable system: you won't be swapping toner or ink as often as you would with a standard cartridge machine. The limit is speed-11 ppm won't keep up with laser-level weekly batch jobs. If you print mostly at home and want low hassle, this is a satisfying middle ground.
Workforce WF-2950 All-In-One Wireless Color Printer with Scanner Copier and Fax
Wireless 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, a 2.4-inch display, and an automatic document feeder are packed into this model at the lowest listed price. It prints monochrome pages at 10 ppm and hits a maximum color resolution of 5,760 dpi, so text-heavy documents and basic graphics should look clean. It also scans, copies, and faxes, making it a full-featured starter all-in-one. The limitation is throughput: copy speed sits around 7 ppm and the mono print speed is modest, so this is not a high-volume workhorse. If you need a practical wireless all-in-one for light use, this is the right starting point.
HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw All-in-One Printer Copier Scanner and Fax
Fast laser output is what this unit brings to the table. It sits at the top of the listed price range and uses a fast 42 ppm black print speed, duplex printing, and Ethernet plus USB 2.0 networking. It also scans, copies, faxes, and is networkable, so it can sit on a small-office network and handle shared jobs. The main reason to choose it is speed: 42 ppm is far quicker than the ink and ink tank models here. The drawback is that this is a used unit shipped with the printer and power cable only, so you'll need to supply the Ethernet or USB cable separately. If your workflow is print-intensive, this is the quickest speed pick in the group.
Final Recommendation by Use Case
- For the lowest listed price and a capable wireless scanner/copier → Workforce WF-2950.
- For cartridge-free ink tank printing with years of ink included → HP Smart Tank Plus 651.
- For fast, networked laser output in a shared or busy space → HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw.
- For a used photo all-in-one with accessories, if you're open to a print head/cartridge swap → HP PhotoSmart 7520.
