In this technical comparison between the HP DeskJet 2855e and the HP Smart Tank 585, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
Choosing between these two Printers models often comes down to your budget, with prices around Approximately $70 - $90 USD and 150 USD.
| Specifications |
HP DeskJet 2855e |
HP Smart Tank 585 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | 2024 | 2023 |
| Type | ||
| Technology | HP Thermal Inkjet | HP Thermal Inkjet |
| Function | Print, Scan, Copy | Print, Scan, Copy, Wireless |
| Color / Monochrome | Color & Monochrome | Color (4-color system) |
| Print speed | Up to 7.5 ppm (Mono) / 5.5 ppm (Color) | Up to 12 ppm (Black) / 5 ppm (Color) |
| Resolution | Black: Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi | Color: Up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi | Up to 1200×1200 rendered dpi (Black); Up to 4800×1200 optimized dpi (Color) |
| Duplex printing | Yes (Manual Only – driver support provided) | Manual |
| Max paper size | A4, Letter, Legal | Legal (216×356 mm) / A4 |
| Scan & Copy | ||
| Scanner type | Flatbed (CIS) | Flatbed only (CIS Sensor) |
| Scan resolution | Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi (Optical) | Up to 1200×1200 dpi (Optical) |
| Copy speed | Up to 6 cpm (Mono) / 3 cpm (Color) --- Copy Settings: Auto-enlarge (via HP Smart App); Up to 9 copies | Up to 10 cpm (Black) / 2 cpm (Color) |
| Ink / Toner | ||
| Ink type | HP 67 Cartridges (1 Black, 1 Tri-color) | Pigment-based (Black); Dye-based (Color) |
| Ink cost / page yield | Standard: ~120 (BK) / ~100 (Color) | XL: ~240 (BK) / ~200 (Color) | Up to 6,000 pages (Black) / 6,000 pages (Color) |
| Number of colors | 4 Colors (CMYK) | 4 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) |
| Paper Handling | ||
| Input tray capacity | Up to 60 sheets | 100 sheets (Standard) |
| Output tray capacity | Up to 25 sheets | 30 sheets |
| Supported media | Plain paper, Photo paper, Brochure paper, Envelopes | Plain paper, Matte/Glossy Brochure paper, Photo paper, Envelopes |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 | 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Built-in Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n (Self-healing Wi-Fi) | 2.4G Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct (Self-healing Wi-Fi) |
| Ethernet | No | No |
| Mobile printing | HP Smart app, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Chrome OS | HP Smart app, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Bluetooth LE |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | Icon LCD Display (Shows ink levels, Wi-Fi status, and copy count) | 1.2-inch iCON LCD Display |
| Buttons | Physical buttons for Power, Cancel, Resume, Info, Wi-Fi, and Color/Mono Copy | "Smart Buttons" (Contextual backlit buttons: Power, Copy, Wi-Fi, Info) |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | Ready: 2.8W | Sleep: 1.4W | Off: 0.3W | 3.02W (Ready), 1.1W (Sleep), 0.1W (Manual-Off) |
| Noise level | Approx. 54.0 dB(A) | ~50 dB(A) (Active printing) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Size | 425 mm (W) x 304 mm (D) x 154 mm (H) | 434.7×361.5×157.3 mm |
| Weight | 3.42 kg (Extremely lightweight and portable) | 5.03 kg |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | HP DeskJet 2855e, Setup Black/Tri-color Cartridges, Regulatory flyer, Setup guide, Power cord | Printer, HP GT53XL Black bottle, HP GT52 CMY bottles, Printheads (Black & Tri-color), Power cord, Setup guide |
| Price | Approximately $70 - $90 USD | 150 USD |
| Full Details | DeskJet 2855e - Full Specifications | Smart Tank 585 - Full Specifications |