The Best Desktop Photo Printers
We compared six desktop photo printers on owner ratings, expert reviews, and specs. The KODAK Dock Plus is our top pick for its ease of use and quick printing.
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The bottom line
The KODAK Dock Plus (B088PRX3BD) is our top pick for a desktop photo printer. It prints 4x6 photos in 55 seconds and charges your smartphone, with 19,873 owner ratings averaging 4.2 stars. The Liene M100 (B09XHYNHB2) is a close runner-up at $159.99, with better print quality but more connectivity issues. For a budget option, the KODAK Dock Plus 4x6 Photo Printer (B08FDCNBTF) at $99.99 offers similar features at a lower price, though with slightly lower owner ratings.
KODAK Dock Plus $109.99
Best for ease of use and quick printing
The KODAK Dock Plus prints 4x6 photos in 55 seconds and charges your smartphone. It has 19,873 owner ratings averaging 4.2 stars. Skip it if you need top-tier photo quality.
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Liene M100 Photo Printer $159.99
Best for print quality
The Liene M100 offers vibrant, laminated prints with thermal-dye sublimation technology. It has 4,445 owner ratings averaging 4.4 stars. Skip it if you have connectivity issues with Wi-Fi printers.
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KODAK Dock Plus 4x6 Photo Printer $99.99
Best budget option
The KODAK Dock Plus 4x6 Photo Printer is $10 cheaper than the KODAK Dock Plus and has 19,787 owner ratings averaging 4.2 stars. Skip it if you need Bluetooth connectivity.
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- KODAK Dock Plus Best for ease of use and quick printing 9.0/10 $109.99 Amazon
- Liene M100 Photo Printer Best for print quality 8.5/10 $159.99 Amazon
- KODAK Dock Plus 4x6 Photo Printer Best budget option 8.0/10 $99.99 Amazon
- Liene Amber Bluetooth Photo Printer Good for dual paper tray design 7.5/10 $151.93 Amazon
- Epson XP-7100 Good for all-in-one functionality 7.0/10 $149.99 Amazon
- Canon PIXMA TS702a Wireless Single-Function Printer Good for automatic duplex printing 6.5/10 $140.00 Amazon
Who should buy which
If you prioritize ease of use and quick printing, the KODAK Dock Plus is your best bet. For those who value print quality above all, the Liene M100 is the way to go. Budget-conscious buyers should consider the KODAK Dock Plus 4x6 Photo Printer, which offers similar features at a lower price.
What owners complain about
Owners of the KODAK Dock Plus report issues with photo quality and connectivity, particularly with iOS devices. The Liene M100 has complaints about Wi-Fi connectivity and darker prints than expected. The Epson XP-7100 and Canon PIXMA TS702a have issues with ink quality and performance in cold weather, respectively.