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HP - DeskJet 4258e All-in-One Inkjet Printer, Color Mobile Print, Copy, Scan Up to
Average customer rating
4.2
(302 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 302 reviews
5 Stars
189
4 Stars
55
3 Stars
19
2 Stars
5
1 Star
34
86%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for HP - DeskJet 4258e All-in-One Inkjet Printer, Color Mobile Print, Copy, Scan Up to
Customer Rating
5
Nice print quality
on September 24, 2024
Posted by: Lori3171
from Kalamazoo
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have been truly enjoying my new HP 4255e printer. It prints great quality pictures and documents. I love the copier capabilities as well. I work at a school and sometimes need to prepare materials for meetings and I can get it done quickly with my new printer. I recommend it to anyone looking for a high quality printer.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
Great Printer!
on September 24, 2024
Posted by: oliviaromano
from Mount Prospect
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have used this printer for a little over a week. I like the compact size of it, it prints in both black and white and color, and it has the ability to copy and scan documents. However, I do not like that I had to download an app on my phone and computer to set up and print documents. Also, it prints fairly slow compared to other printers. However, I do like the size of the printer and the capabilities that a small printer like this can do. Overall, I do recommend this printer to others.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
The Professional Sidekick You Need!
on September 26, 2024
Posted by: NiniCakes
from New York
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This printer was exactly what I was looking for and will now help increase my productivity not only for the work I do professionally but also the work I do personally as an MA student! It was very easy to set up so if you're not the most tech savvy person, don't worry! The directions are easy to follow and will have you up and running in no time! I love the wifi capability on this printer which allowed me to conveniently print wirelessly through the hp app from my iPhone while I lounged on the couch, saving me a trip to grab my laptop just to print a document. The pages printed pretty quickly and quietly. I was also able to scan some money orders for my mom before she mailed them out so that she'd be able to keep a record of them and photocopied my company credit card so that I can lock the card up and carry the copy in my purse for quick online purchases. All in all I give this printer a 10/10 and think you will also be pleased with the capabilities in this compact device!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
Overall good printer
on October 4, 2024
Posted by: dkb05107
from Omaha
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Overall, I really like this printer. Setup took a little research, but in the end, was fairly simple. The printer connects to wifi very easily. The quality of the print is good and the speed is pretty quick.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
3
Good for Light Printing Tasks
on October 7, 2024
Posted by: J105w
from Coram
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Being in the field of education for longer than I care to admit, I have had plenty of experience dealing with many different types of printers. I bring that knowledge to give an honest review of the HP DeskJet 4255e All-in-One Printer.
Setup was simple because it only requires one plug. Downloading the app and having my laptop recognize the device took a while. That being said, once the device is recognized, it is easy to print.
When it comes to design, it's a bit tricky to access the internals because there's only a small opening in the front. This could be a problem for people with larger hands, as the front opening is the only way to replace ink cartridges (which you'll need to do often if you print regularly) or deal with paper jams. Plus, the printer needs to be on to access the ink cartridges. There's only a rear paper feeder with a small 60-page capacity, so you'll be adding sheets frequently. And there's no menu on the printer itself; you'll have to use your PC or mobile device for settings and maintenance tasks.
The ink cartridges have a low yield and need frequent replacement. Accessing them is a hassle, as you can only reach them through a narrow front door. The same goes for the sheet rollers - you can only access them through the front door, with no other access points on the printer. You'll also be refilling the paper tray often since it only holds 60 sheets.
The printer is compatible with the HP Smart app, which lets you order ink, manage your ink subscription, access printables, send mobile faxes (with a paid HP+ subscription), scan documents with your device's camera, initiate scans, and perform maintenance tasks. The ink cartridges are small, so get ready to change them frequently. You get three months of ink included with the printer through HP's subscription service, HP Instant Ink. But once you start using this service, you can't use cartridges from third-party manufacturers.
Overall, this printer is fine for light home use. But as an educator, I need something more robust.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
All in one printing at home
on October 7, 2024
Posted by: jjkook0708
from Houston
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The HP DeskJet 4255e All-in-One Printer has been a great addition to my home office. It’s compact and fits nicely on my desk, and it handles printing, scanning, and copying without any issues. Setting it up was simple, especially with the help of the HP Smart app, which guided me through the process. The only downside is that the ink can be expensive, and it’s a bit slow when printing large batches. Overall, though, it’s a solid, affordable option for everyday home use.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
Great Upgrade
on October 10, 2024
Posted by: MomTo2NC
from Asheboro
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We have had an HP printer of some sort for probably the last two decades. They’re reliable little workhorses that are great for families or at-home work that requires small batch or occasional printing. I love the feed tray on top. It gives big office copier vibes! The scanner works well too. The print quality is great. My only complaint is that wireless printing can be a pain. Even with the HP app, the printer doesn’t always connect with the device I’m trying to print from (and I know it’s not an internet issue). I’m hoping we get it figured out soon, but I’ve usually been able to find a work around to get what I needed printed.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
Great Printer
on October 10, 2024
Posted by: Clobel
from San Diego
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The HP 4255e all in one inkjet printer is an allround office/home solution. The printer is very well built and is lightweight. It is white in color with a gray accent. It has a small LCD display and several function buttons. It was very easy to set up using the HPSmart app. It comes with two sets of ink, a color cartridge and a black. This printer can be used via USB, Wi-Fi direct, or it can be connected to a network via Wi-Fi. I was able to install it on my Windows PC without the app and Android OS using the HP smart app. If you want to be able to use all the printer features in Windows OS, you will be required to download the HP Smart app. I was not able to use the scanner without the HP smart app. I tried using it with Windows' own scan app, but the printer didn’t even show up on the list. The windows scan app is very limited. Also, you will not be able to scan using HP's own app unless you create an HP account, which I found troublesome.
There are two ways to scan, using the automatic feeder or the flat glass. The glass supports paper size up to A4 or Letter 8.5x11. It seems that this scanner does not support dual side scan. The scan quality is pretty good. When scanning you have to manually select the source as the printer is not smart enough to figure where the document is located. Scanning quality is good and goes up to 1200 dpi with the lowest at 300. The scanning speed was fast and very quiet.
There are two ways to scan, using the automatic feeder or the flat glass. The glass supports paper size up to A4 or Letter 8.5x11. It seems that this scanner does not support dual side scan. The scan quality is pretty good. When scanning you have to manually select the source as the printer is not smart enough to figure where the document is located. Scanning quality is good and goes up to 1200 dpi with the lowest at 300. The scanning speed was fast and very quiet.
Printing s fast and easy with good quality. This printer holds up to 60 sheets of paper on the paper tray and 35 on the ADF tray. The control panel is a small LCD screen and several buttons. It only displays several settings like paper count, brightness and other common features. On the screen you also have an ink level indicator as well. I missed out on the free 6 months of free ink. Wish I could contact someone about that. Otherwise they have a reasonable price for refilling the ink.
This HP printer and they are reliable. It does the job well, quiet, fast and it’s cost efficient to maintain. It is easy to use and set up. This printer is 60% made of recyclable plastic. It orders inks automatically if you subscribed to the program and you can recycle the used ink cartridges for free. In the box you get the printer, power cord and manuals and two sets of ink.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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