HP DeskJet 2855e Wireless All-in-One Color Inkjet
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The HP DeskJet 2855e delivers color printing, 60-sheet paper capacity, and a flatbed scanner for easy scanning and copying. It also includes 3 months of Instant Ink with HP+ activation at printer setup.
FROM AMERICA’S MOST TRUSTED PRINTER BRAND – The DeskJet 2855e is perfect for homes printing to-do lists, letters, financial documents and recipes. Print speeds up to 5.5 ppm color, 7.5 ppm black.
KEY FEATURES – Color printing, copy, scan, and a 60-sheet input tray
WIRELESS PRINTING – Stay connected with our most reliable Wi-Fi, which automatically detects and resolves connection issues; Wireless operations are compatible with 2.4 GHz operations only
HP APP – Print, scan, copy, or fax right from your smartphone with the easiest-to-use print app
3 MONTHS OF INK INCLUDED when you activate HP+ – Subscribe to Instant Ink delivery service to get ink delivered directly to your door before you run out. After 3 months, monthly fee applies unless cancelled, and you save up to 50%.
COMPACT DESIGN – Made to fit any home
ICON LCD – Print your basic documents with ease from the intuitive control panel
SUSTAINABLE DESIGN – Made with at least 60% recycled plastic
This printer is intended to work only with cartridges with original HP chips or circuitry and will block cartridges using non-HP chips orcircuitry. Periodic firmware updates will maintain the effectiveness of these measures
Compatible operating systems: Windows 11; Windows 10; macOS 10.14 Mojave; macOS 10.15 Catalina; macOS 11 Big Sur; macOS 13 Ventura; macOS 12 Monterey; Chrome OS
Bhavika Parmar –
HP DeskJet 2855e Wireless All-in-One Printer: Compact and Reliable for Everyday Use at Work
I’ve been using the HP DeskJet 2855e for a couple of weeks now, and I’m quite impressed with what it offers for a budget-friendly printer. Here’s my detailed breakdown:Design and Build QualityThe HP DeskJet 2855e has a compact and lightweight design that easily fits on a small desk or shelf. Its clean white exterior gives it a modern, minimalist look. While it’s made mostly of plastic, the build feels sturdy enough for regular home office use.Setup and ConnectivitySetting up the printer was a breeze! The wireless setup is straightforward using the HP Smart app, and it connected to my Wi-Fi without any issues. I was able to print from my laptop, smartphone, and even my tablet effortlessly. It also supports AirPrint, which is a plus for Apple users.Print QualityFor a printer in this price range, the print quality is decent. Black-and-white documents come out sharp and clear. Color prints are vibrant, though not professional-grade quality. It works well for everyday tasks like printing homework, forms, or casual photos. If you’re printing high-resolution images or need professional color prints, you might want to look at higher-end models.PerformanceThis printer performs well for basic tasks. It’s not the fastest, but it’s good enough for occasional use. The scan and copy functions work as expected, and having these features in one device is convenient for a home office setup. However, if you plan to print a lot, the print speed might be a bit slow for your liking.Ink and Running CostsHP includes 6 months of free Instant Ink with the purchase of this model, which is a fantastic deal. The Instant Ink program automatically delivers ink to your door before you run out, and it’s based on the number of pages you print, not how much ink you use. After the trial period, you’ll need to subscribe to a plan, which can be affordable depending on your printing needs. Otherwise, HP ink cartridges can be pricey, so this is something to keep in mind.Pros:Compact and space-saving designWireless connectivity with mobile printingEasy setup with HP Smart appFree 6 months of Instant InkAffordable priceCons:Print speed is slow, especially for large documentsColor printing quality is averageInk cartridges can be expensive without Instant Ink subscriptionOverall, the HP DeskJet 2855e is a solid choice if you’re looking for an affordable all-in-one printer for light home use. It’s easy to set up, works wirelessly with multiple devices, and includes free Instant Ink, making it a great deal for casual users. However, it’s not ideal if you need high-quality color prints or fast print speeds for heavy workloads.
Amazon Customer –
Horrible customer support
Summary:- tried, unsuccessfully, to set the printer up to print from my son’s iPhone and his laptop- printer set-up app will not allow connecting to the university wifi as it is a public network (according to the HP agent)- the set up app does not give an option to complete the set up with an Ethernet cable (cable NOT provided) even though the printer does have an Ethernet port – the manual specifically discourages the use of the Ethernet port as it will restrict the use of some features. Not to mention that obviously the use of an Ethernet cable only allows connecting to a computer and not a smart phone- HP recommends on their website to use the chat option for support as it is faster. Customer support via chat is terrible in response time and support provided- in the end, 40 min wasted on the chat – problem not resolved – stuck with a printer I cannot return as it is past the return deadline – ordered an Ethernet cable and praying it will at least let my son print from his laptopDetails:I purchased this printer earlier this summer for my son to take to his college dorm room. He moved in yesterday and proceeded to set it up to print from his iPhone and his laptop using wifi. He is on campus in the dorms so the wifi is the one provided by the university to the students. The printer would not let us set it up saying this wifi network was not supported by the printer/hp app, to try another network or contact HP support. The printer does have an Ethernet port (cable NOT provided) but the setup app only offered the option to set up by wifi, no option to set up using an Ethernet cable. The printer manual also specifically discourages the use of an Ethernet cable and warns it will not allow access to all the printer features. They even mention that they cover the Ethernet port on the printer with a sticker to deter people from using it. And obviously you cannot connect an Ethernet cable to a smart phone. The printer does NOT come with an Ethernet cable so we could not test it. I contacted HP support via their website chat using the link provided in the error message. I had to wait 20 min before being connected to an agent. But the frustrating part was the delay in response from the agent between each single question/answer. The agent asked 2 basic questions in 2 posts – first post was to provide info to identify myself and the printer – second post was to confirm my problem statement. I answered each question immediately and had to wait at least 5 min after each answer to get his feedback. I know it was at least that long as each post on the chat is marked with the time it was sent. After 15 min of wait (in addition to the initial 20 min to be connected to an agent), he answered that the university wifi was a public network and therefore would not work. He advised to try using the hotspot from my son’s iPhone. I answered that my son’s phone carrier/plan does not allow for hotspot so that couldn’t work. I once again waited and waited for an answer and gave up. I cannot return the printer as it is past the return deadline. I ordered an Ethernet cable and hope that will work with the laptop even though the setup does not offer that option and the manual specifically says that connecting via Ethernet is not as good as it does not allow access to all the features. As for printing from the iPhone I guess that is not possible. Could not be more disappointed by the terrible customer support and lack of information in the manual!
Debra Lungren –
So Happy I ordered this printer.
This printer was so easy to hook up to my HP computer. I followed the directions and had no problem. The most important thing to remember is do not use a cable when first setting this up! Open the website as explained in the directions and hook it up from there. You will have no problem. The printing is clear and quick enough for my needs. I just use it for genealogy, personal use, recipes, etc. The scanner works great too. I was hesitant at first because it was so reasonably priced but I must say, this was a good deal. I like that you can automatically order ink, at a good price, based on the usage you sign up for. If you sign up for the wrong amount of ink you can change it. I also liked the fact that you get enough free ink to figure out your average usage.
Experienced Reviewer –
My last one only lasted a year
I have to say this was easier to set up than the last one I bought last year. That model is still available for $10 less but I opted for this one(old model was2755) because the last one after only one year and very little printing the paper would not feed anymore.Anyway I could have opted or a more expensive one but I hear the same complaints about all of them so I went for the $60 one rather than getting the last model for $50 that seemed to have a known issue.I remember the last one being harder to set up, like I had to keep saying no to their ink program and signing into my account but you do not need to do that and I just had to say no a few times. I have apple products and only needed the app to install and then I can delete it. Unless you want to keep it to check ink levels. You can check all that without registering or signing in to an account which I much prefer!Anyway I hope I get a little more than a year out of this one mainly because I hate throwing all that plastic in a landfill.