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March 22, 2017  |  By Chelsea In Equipment reviews

Best Phone Printer to Buy in 2017

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Phone Printer Reviews

Can you imagine taking a picture with your smartphone camera and then print it in minutes? (and still produce great quality prints without the need of Polaroid camera). You can do that with camera phone printers. In this article, I’ve reviewed the best phone printers you can buy in 2017.

1. Kodak Mini Mobile Review

Sale
Kodak Mini Portable Mobile Instant Photo Printer - Wi-Fi & NFC Compatible - Wirelessly Prints 2.1 x 3.4 Images, Advanced DyeSub Printing Technology (Gold) Compatible with Android & iOS
72 Reviews
Kodak Mini Portable Mobile Instant Photo Printer - Wi-Fi & NFC Compatible - Wirelessly Prints 2.1 x 3.4 Images, Advanced DyeSub Printing Technology (Gold) Compatible with Android & iOS
  • EASY PRINT TECHNOLOGY - Mini Smartphone Printer Lets You Print 2.1 X 3.4" Photos Direct From Android or iOS Device; No Cables or Buttons Necessary
  • WIRELESS CONVENIENCE - NFC One Touch for Android Launches Kodak App to Print in Seconds; Also Compatible With iPhone or iPad Via Wi-Fi Connection
  • HIGH QUALITY PHOTOS - Innovative D2T2 Dye Transfer Method Produces Beautiful, Detailed Black/White or Color Portraits That Dry Instantly & Stay Bright Up to 10 Yrs
  • ALL-IN-ONE CONVENIENCE - Innovative Kodak PMC Cartridges Combine Paper & Color Ink for Easy Maintenance; Purchase Refills in Increments of 20, 30 or 51
  • FREE COMPANION APP - Download the Kodak Photo Printer App for Filters, Cropping, Stickers, Card Templates, ID Photo Print, Video & SNS Print & More
$99.99 - $9.00 $90.99
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If you ever wanted to print photos from your phone, now you can. It’s compatible with both Android and iOS phones and tablets too. Small size and a minimalist design with rounded corners makes this lovely piece of technology portable. The Kodak Mini Printer is completely wireless and it connects via Wi-Fi or NFC depending on what the device you are connecting it to is supporting.

To be able to print you must have the Kodak app. When you connect the printer to your device for the first time it automatically takes to the download page (if not, it is available on the App store or Google Play store and it’s free).

The app allows you to print photos form your phone gallery or you can access your camera to take another photo. You can also connect to a social media and print any of photos you previously posted.

Specs:

  • Connection: WiFi, NFC
  • Photo Size: Credit Card Size (2.1in x 3.4in)
  • Weight: 81 oz
  • Power: Built in 625mAh Battery, DC 5V/1.0A
  • Size (in): 1 x 6.5 x 0.9
  • Supported File: JPEG (Baseline). PNG

2. Zip Mobile Printer Review

A photo printer slightly larger than a deck of playing cards it’s highly portable and really easy to use.  You can connect it to your iOS or Android device via Bluetooth, but again, you have to download the app for it (it’s free).

The body is minimal with only one button to turn it on and only one port for Micro-USB charger. It has a built-in battery that lasts for about 25 prints.

Back to the app! The app allows you to print photos form your phone gallery or you can access your camera to take another photo. it also has some basic editing options like filters, frames and stickers, and you can also add text or draw on photos. If you have an account on any social media, you know what I’m talking about. It is really simple and fun to use and photos come out even better than you might expect.

Specs:

  • Connection: WiFi, NFC
  • Photo Size: Credit Card Size (2.1in x 3.4in)
  • Weight: 56 oz
  • Size (in): 9 x 4.7 x 0.9
  • Supported File: JPEG (Baseline). PNG

3. Fujifilm Instax Phone Printer Review

Small, lightweight and relatively affordable Fujifilm Instax Smartphone printer uses a 10-print cartridge of instant film just like Polaroid cameras. It also uses the app in order to print, but you can also edit your photos there.

The app includes applying a black-and-white or sepia filter or Fujifilm’s Intelligence Filter, rotating an image and cropping. You connect it to your phone just like the previous printers, only this one works a little faster. The whole printing process is being done in about 30 seconds.

Specs:

  • Connection: Wireless
  • Photo Size: 2.1 x 3.4in
  • Weight: 4 oz
  • Size (in): 5.7 x 7.4 x 9.2
  • Supported File: JPEG

Bestselling Printers

In case none of the 3 listed printers doesn’t fit your needs, take a look at the best-selling list:

SaleBestseller No. 1
Polaroid ZIP Wireless Mobile Photo Mini Printer (White) Compatible w/ iOS & Android, NFC & Bluetooth Devices
2558 Reviews
Polaroid ZIP Wireless Mobile Photo Mini Printer (White) Compatible w/ iOS & Android, NFC & Bluetooth Devices
  • SMARTPHONE MEMORIES MADE REAL : Using the Polaroid ZIP is fast and easy! Just connect a smart phone or tablet via WiFi and watch your portraits, selfies, and social media photos transform from digital images to physical pictures in an instant
  • STUNNINGLY VIBRANT PRINTS : ZINK ZERO INK printing technology eliminates the need for film, ink, toners, cartridges, and ribbons. The premium 2x3 Inches sticky peel back paper prints are not only colorful, bold, and lifelike, but are also water-resistant, tear-resistant, smudge proof, and dry to the touch
  • FREE POLAROID MOBILE APP : Take your photography to the next level by downloading the FREE Polaroid app, compatible with iOS and Android. Print in less than 60 seconds
  • No computer connections needed : download the app and unlock all the customizable and adjustable editing features Polaroid has to offer. From stickers to filters to borders, photo editing is easy, fun, and as endless as your creativity
  • TRAVEL READY DESIGN : The mini and pocket sized design is compact, super portable and perfect for anyone who loves to travel, blog, do DIY projects, or go on adventures. The small size makes it easy to carry, so you can share your favorite pictures whether you're indoors, outdoors, at a party, on vacation, or at any other event
$99.99 - $20.00 $79.99
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Bestseller No. 2
Kodak Dock & Wi-Fi Portable 4x6' Instant Photo Printer, Premium Quality Full Color Prints - Compatible w/iOS & Android Devices
801 Reviews
Kodak Dock & Wi-Fi Portable 4x6" Instant Photo Printer, Premium Quality Full Color Prints - Compatible w/iOS & Android Devices
  • ONE TOUCH PRINTING: Convenient printer dock lets you print photos direct from your smartphone; includes android dock pin & free iOS lightning adapter
  • HIGH QUALITY PHOTOS: Fast, Easy System Prints Standard 4 inches x 6 inches Photos in Brilliant Color & Stunning Detail; D2T2 Thermal Transfer Technology Won't Bleed or Fade
  • MAXIMUM DEVICE COMPATIBILITY: Dock features 5 pin micro USB for Android & USB host for printing from iPhone, iPad, Digital Camera, or USB memory stick; We recommend to use the printer only with supplied power adapters (Power - 24V 2.5A)
  • SIMULTANEOUS CHARGING: Power Up to Two Smart Devices While You Wait; Unique Dock Supplies a Fast Charge for Home, Office, School, or Business
  • FREE COMPANION APP: Download the Kodak Photo Printer App for Filters, Stickers, Card Templates, Collage Maker, Video & SNS Print & Other Features
$99.99
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SaleBestseller No. 3
Canon IVY Mobile Mini Photo Printer through Bluetooth(R), Rose Gold
134 Reviews
Canon IVY Mobile Mini Photo Printer through Bluetooth(R), Rose Gold
  • Print from Bluetooth and social media
  • Print 2 inches x 3 inches Photos with peel and stick backing
  • Super portable. Print resolution 314 x 400 dots per inch
  • Disclaimer: requires mobile device to be connected to the Canon ivy mini photo printer via Bluetooth and the Canon mini print app, available for free on the app store and at Google Play; Compatible with Mobile devices running iOS 9.0 or later, and Android devices running Android 4.4 or later
$129.00 - $30.00 $99.00
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SaleBestseller No. 4
HP Sprocket Portable Photo Printer (2nd Edition) - Instantly Print 2x3 Sticky-Backed Photos from Your Phone - [Luna Pearl] [1AS85A]
21 Reviews
HP Sprocket Portable Photo Printer (2nd Edition) - Instantly Print 2x3 Sticky-Backed Photos from Your Phone - [Luna Pearl] [1AS85A]
  • INSTANT PHOTOS ON THE GO - Easily print your favorite adventures on 2x3 inches sticky-backed photo paper with this luna pearl smartphone-sized photo printer that's designed to easily slip into your pocket, purse, or backpack
  • GET THE PRINT PARTY STARTED - Now you can connect multiple devices so you and your friends can print at the same time - plus the personalized LED light shows you whose photo is printing. Power consumption- Idle- 0.55 W, Printing max- 31-32 W, Average- 16 W
  • AUGMENTED REALITY FUN - Scan your Sprocket using your smartphone and the Sprocket app to view a virtual photo queue of print jobs and more as we continually add new features to the app Compatible operating systems - Android 44 above / iOS 80 aboveMinimum system requirements - Not compatible with MacOS, Not compatible with Windows
  • SHARE THE MOMENTS - Share customized photo albums with friends using the HP Sprocket app and keep the fun going
  • PERSONALIZE YOUR PRINTS - Decorate, design and print your social media photos with the HP Sprocket app so you can decorate your walls with your favorite photos.Resolution (color):313 x 400 dpi
$129.85 - $50.00 $79.85
Buy on Amazon Product prices and availability are accurate as of 2019-12-20 and are subject to change (details)
SaleBestseller No. 5
Instax Mini Link Smartphone Printer - Dusky Pink
36 Reviews
Instax Mini Link Smartphone Printer - Dusky Pink
  • Print photos easily using the Instax Mini link app (free app download required)
  • Bluetooth capability
  • Add fun filters and frames to your photos
  • Print photos from your videos
  • Quick printing speed of about 12 seconds (approximately 90 second development time after printing)
$99.95 - $2.97 $96.98
Buy on Amazon Product prices and availability are accurate as of 2019-12-20 and are subject to change (details)

Which one will you buy? Let me know in the comments!

Article by Chelsea

I'm a New England-based photographer specializing in equine, pet, and portraiture photography. My profound love for animals is complemented with a unique ability to capture the bond between people and their beloved pets. In addition to pet photography, I like photographing families and children. When I'm not behind the camera or on a horse, I can be found snuggled up with my pup and a good book, or writing an article on Photography Anytime.

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