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HP Smart Tank 5108 specifications and in-depth review

HP Smart Tank 5108

Manufacturer: HP

The HP Smart Tank 5108 is a colour all-in-one printer that handles printing, copying, and scanning within a single unit, making it a straightforward option for home users or small workspaces with moderate document needs. Its duplex printing capability allows two-sided output without manual page flipping, which helps reduce paper use during everyday print jobs. The device measures 434 × 361 mm with a height of 157 mm and weighs 5,030 g, fitting reasonably well on a standard desk. A 1.2″ display is included for basic navigation, though it does not support touch input.

The Smart Tank 5108 reaches 12 ppm in black and 5 ppm in colour, with a recommended monthly print volume of 800 pages and a maximum duty cycle of 3,000 pages. The flatbed scanner delivers an optical resolution of 1,200 × 1,200 dpi at 24-bit colour depth and supports scan-to-PDF across a maximum scan area of 216 × 297 mm, though duplex scanning and an automatic document feeder are not part of the feature set. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi Direct, AirPrint, Mopria, and one USB port; Ethernet, Bluetooth, and NFC are absent. A dedicated smartphone app is supported, and the printer ships with 64 MB of onboard memory and a single 100-sheet input tray feeding into a 30-sheet output tray.

Pros
  • Supports duplex printing, allowing two-sided output without manual page flipping
  • Wireless connectivity options include Wi-Fi Direct, AirPrint, and Mopria, covering a wide range of mobile and desktop printing setups
  • The flatbed scanner reaches 1,200 x 1,200 dpi optical resolution with 24-bit colour depth, delivering detailed scan output
  • Scan-to-PDF is supported, making it straightforward to digitise and save documents
  • A dedicated smartphone app is available for managing print jobs remotely
Cons
  • No automatic document feeder, so multi-page documents must be scanned one sheet at a time
  • Duplex scanning is not supported, requiring manual page flipping when scanning both sides
  • Colour print speed of 5 ppm is notably slower than the black print speed of 12 ppm
  • The output tray holds only 30 sheets, which may require frequent attention during longer print runs
  • No Ethernet port, limiting wired network connectivity to USB only
  • OCR is not available, so scanned documents cannot be converted into editable text
Who is this for?

The HP Smart Tank 5108 is well suited to home users or small office environments with light to moderate print volumes, given its recommended monthly output of 800 pages and 3,000-page duty cycle. Its combination of colour printing, duplex output, flatbed scanning, and scan-to-PDF makes it a practical all-in-one for everyday document handling. Users who rely on wireless and mobile printing will also find the AirPrint, Mopria, and Wi-Fi Direct support convenient, particularly when printing from smartphones or tablets via the dedicated app.

Who is this NOT for?

This printer is not well suited to users who regularly handle multi-page document scanning, as the absence of an automatic document feeder and duplex scanning means every page must be placed and processed individually, which becomes time-consuming at volume. It is equally a poor fit for environments that depend on wired network infrastructure, since Ethernet is not supported and the only physical connection option is a single USB port. Users who need OCR functionality to convert scanned pages into editable text will also find this model lacking, as that capability is not included.

General info:

printer functions Print, Copy, Scan
feeder tray capacity 100 sheets
output tray capacity 30
Has an Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) ✕
number of input trays 1
volume 24597.818 cm³
height 157 mm
thickness 361 mm
width 434 mm
Is a flatbed scanner ✓
Has a multi-feed detection ✕
weight 5030 g

The HP Smart Tank 5108 covers three core functions — print, copy, and scan — and is built around a flatbed scanner design. It accommodates up to 100 sheets in its single input tray and holds up to 30 sheets in the output tray; there is no automatic document feeder or multi-feed detection included. Physically, the unit measures 434 mm wide, 361 mm deep, and 157 mm tall, with a total volume of approximately 24,597.818 cm³ and a weight of 5,030 g.

Print quality:

Can print in color ✓
Can print duplex ✓
black print speed 12 ppm
Is a laser printer ✕
print speed color 5 ppm
1st copy out time - black 14 seconds
recommended monthly prints 800
Has adjustable copy density ✕
printer duty cycle 3000

The HP Smart Tank 5108 is an inkjet printer (not a laser model) capable of both colour and duplex printing. It prints black pages at 12 ppm and colour pages at 5 ppm, with a first copy out time of 14 seconds for black. The printer is suited to light to moderate use, with a recommended monthly volume of 800 pages and a maximum duty cycle of 3,000 pages; adjustable copy density is not available on this model.

Scan quality:

scans documents to PDF ✓
Has an Auto Scan Mode ✕
optical scan resolution 1200 x 1200 dpi
bit depth color 24-bit
Has a duplex scanning feature ✕
maximum scan size 216 x 297 mm²

The scanner on the HP Smart Tank 5108 delivers an optical resolution of 1,200 × 1,200 dpi with 24-bit colour depth, covering a maximum scan area of 216 × 297 mm². It supports scan-to-PDF, making it straightforward to save documents directly in that format. Auto scan mode and duplex scanning are not available, so each page must be placed and scanned individually.

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 HP Smart Tank 5108 connects wirelessly via Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and supports Wi-Fi Direct printing, AirPrint, and Mopria, covering a broad range of wireless printing workflows from mobile and desktop devices. A single USB port is available for wired connections. Ethernet, Bluetooth, and NFC are not supported, and there is no external memory slot. The printer is also not compatible with Alexa or Google Assistant voice control.

Features:

has borderless printing ✕
screen size 1.2"
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 HP Smart Tank 5108 includes a 1.2″ display for basic navigation, though it does not support touch input and there is no page preview screen. The printer ships with 64 MB of onboard memory, and a dedicated smartphone app is available for managing print tasks remotely. Borderless printing, OCR, skip blank page, and USB document synchronisation are not featured, and the unit does not include a fax function or answering machine.

Final Verdict

The HP Smart Tank 5108 is a capable all-in-one inkjet printer that covers the essentials of printing, copying, and scanning without overcomplicating the experience. Its wireless versatility — spanning Wi-Fi Direct, AirPrint, and Mopria — makes it genuinely practical for households or small workspaces where mobile printing is a daily need, while duplex printing and a 1,200 x 1,200 dpi flatbed scanner add meaningful utility for routine document tasks. That said, the lack of an automatic document feeder, duplex scanning, and OCR means it is best reserved for users with modest, straightforward workflows rather than those managing high document throughput. For light everyday use within its recommended monthly volume, the Smart Tank 5108 is a functional and well-rounded choice.

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