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HP DeskJet 2855e All-in-One specifications and in-depth review

HP DeskJet 2855e All-in-One

Manufacturer: HP

The HP DeskJet 2855e All-in-One is a compact home printer that handles everyday print, copy, and scan tasks from a single unit. Weighing just over 3.4 kg and built around a flatbed scanner, it fits comfortably on a desk while covering the core document needs most households require. A dedicated smartphone app extends its usability beyond the desktop, and support for both AirPrint and Mopria means it works smoothly across a range of mobile devices.

On the output side, the DeskJet 2855e delivers a print resolution of 4800 x 1200 dpi in color, with black print speeds reaching 7.5 ppm and color speeds at 5.5 ppm. It supports duplex printing and carries a recommended monthly volume of 100 pages against a maximum duty cycle of 1,000 pages. The flatbed scanner resolves up to 1200 x 1200 dpi optically and can output directly to PDF. Connectivity is handled through Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) alongside a single USB port, while onboard memory sits at 64 MB. The input tray holds up to 60 sheets, with an output tray capacity of 25 sheets.

Pros
  • Supports duplex printing, allowing double-sided output without manual intervention
  • Prints in full color at a resolution of 4800 x 1200 dpi, suitable for detailed document and photo output
  • Flatbed scanner with a 1200 x 1200 dpi optical resolution and direct scan-to-PDF capability
  • Compatible with both AirPrint and Mopria, enabling wireless printing from a range of mobile devices
  • Comes with a dedicated smartphone app for managing print jobs remotely
  • Compact and lightweight at 3,424 g, making it easy to place on a standard desk
Cons
  • No automatic document feeder, requiring pages to be placed manually on the flatbed for each scan
  • Duplex scanning is not supported, so scanning both sides of a document requires manual flipping
  • Recommended monthly print volume is limited to 100 pages, making it unsuitable for heavy use
  • No Wi-Fi Direct or Ethernet connectivity, restricting wired and peer-to-peer network options
  • Lacks a touch screen or page preview screen, limiting on-device control options
  • No borderless printing support, which restricts full-bleed output on photos or marketing materials
Who is this for?

This printer is well suited to home users or small home offices with light monthly print volumes, given its recommended output of 100 pages per month. Those who primarily need to print documents, make copies, and occasionally scan paperwork will find the flatbed scanner and scan-to-PDF functionality practical for everyday tasks. Its support for AirPrint and Mopria, combined with a dedicated smartphone app, makes it a natural fit for users who rely on mobile devices and prefer wireless convenience over wired setups.

Who is this NOT for?

This printer is not a good match for users with high-volume or demanding print workloads, as its duty cycle tops out at 1,000 pages per month and its recommended monthly output is just 100 pages. Those who frequently scan multi-page documents will find the absence of an automatic document feeder and duplex scanning frustrating, since every page must be placed manually on the flatbed. It is also unsuitable for users who require wired network integration, as there is no Ethernet support, or for those who need borderless photo printing as that capability is not available.

General info:

printer functions Print, Copy, Scan
feeder tray capacity 60 sheets
output tray capacity 25
Has an Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) ✕
number of input trays 1
volume 19721.088 cm³
height 153 mm
thickness 304 mm
width 424 mm
Is a flatbed scanner ✓
Has a multi-feed detection ✕
weight 3424 g

The HP DeskJet 2855e All-in-One covers the three core functions of print, copy, and scan, built around a flatbed scanner design and a single input tray that holds up to 60 sheets, with an output tray capacity of 25 sheets. It does not include an automatic document feeder or ultrasonic multi-feed detection. Physically, the unit measures 424 mm wide, 304 mm deep, and 153 mm tall, with a total volume of roughly 19,721 cm³ and a weight of 3,424 g.

Print quality:

Can print in color ✓
Can print duplex ✓
print resolution 4800 x 1200 dpi
black print speed 7.5 ppm
Is a laser printer ✕
print speed color 5.5 ppm
recommended monthly prints 100
Has adjustable copy density ✓
printer duty cycle 1000

This is an inkjet printer (not laser) capable of printing in full color, with a print resolution of 4800 x 1200 dpi. It supports duplex printing and reaches a black print speed of 7.5 ppm, while color output comes in at 5.5 ppm. Copy density is adjustable, and the printer is suited for light usage with a recommended monthly volume of 100 pages and a maximum duty cycle of 1,000 pages.

Scan quality:

scans documents to PDF ✓
Has an Auto Scan Mode ✕
optical scan resolution 1200 x 1200 dpi
Has a duplex scanning feature ✕

The scanner delivers an optical resolution of 1200 x 1200 dpi and supports direct scan-to-PDF output. It does not include an auto scan mode or duplex scanning, meaning documents must be flipped manually to capture both sides.

Connectivity:

supports Wi-Fi ✓
supports AirPrint ✓
supports Wi-Fi Direct printing ✕
supports Mopria ✓
has an external memory slot ✕
Has Bluetooth ✕
supports Ethernet ✕
Wi-Fi version Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
works with Alexa ✕
compatible with Google Assistant ✕
USB ports 1
has NFC ✕

The printer connects wirelessly via Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and supports both AirPrint and Mopria for mobile printing, alongside a single USB port for direct wired connections. It does not support Wi-Fi Direct, Ethernet, Bluetooth, or NFC, and there is no external memory slot. Voice assistant integration is absent as well, with no compatibility for either Alexa or Google Assistant.

Features:

has borderless printing ✕
has a touch screen ✕
maximum print memory 64MB
Has a dedicated smartphone app ✓
Has an Optical Character Recognition (OCR) ✕
Has a page preview screen ✕
printer memory 64MB
Has a Skip Blank Page function ✕
Can synchronize your documents with a USB drive ✕
Has an answering machine ✕

The printer comes with a dedicated smartphone app and carries 64 MB of onboard memory, which also serves as the maximum print memory. It does not include a touch screen, page preview screen, or borderless printing support. OCR, skip blank page, and USB document synchronization are all absent, and there is no built-in fax or answering machine functionality.

Final Verdict

The HP DeskJet 2855e All-in-One is a straightforward inkjet printer built around the practical needs of home users and light home-office environments. Its wireless connectivity through AirPrint, Mopria, and a dedicated smartphone app gives it a genuinely convenient daily footprint, while the flatbed scanner with scan-to-PDF output at 1200 x 1200 dpi covers typical document handling without complexity. The printer's scope is clear and honest — it is not engineered for volume or advanced workflows, and users with heavy scanning demands or high monthly output requirements will quickly find its limits. For those whose needs align with its modest monthly workload and core print-copy-scan functions, the DeskJet 2855e delivers a compact, capable, and well-connected package that does exactly what it sets out to do.

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