HP OfficeJet 6100 Ink Cartridges

HP 6100 Printer Review

The HP OfficeJet 6100 and 6100e are a series of affordable inkjet printers that can deliver high-quality photos and text, with wireless support. The base model stood well against speed tests, printing consistently near its estimated maximum rates of up to 34 pages per minute for monochrome documents and 31 pages per minute for color. There are a number of elements to like about the 6100 that make it a good solution for either personal or small office use, from its quick speeds to its versatile connection options.

This sleek and compact printer weighs only 10 pounds and has a size of 18x11x7 inches that will allow it to sit comfortably on a desktop. The unit's front panel design incorporates indicator lights for low OfficeJet 6100 printer ink levels, as well as a few basic controls, though most of its functionality is controlled through the software. Users will easily be able to manage their connections, which include Wi-Fi and Apple AirPrint that allow printing from mobile devices wirelessly.

One of the only negative points to the 6100 is its media handling which can only store 250 pages at once and excludes a manual feed tray, meaning that users will have to change paper whenever they need to switch sizes or types. The unit also lacks duplexing capabilities for double-sided printing, putting it a step below some competing small office printers.

Expert reviews note that output for text, graphics and images is good enough to support personal documents and standard office projects. The device can print consistent and solid resolutions of 600x600 dpi using black HP 6100 printer ink and 4800x1200 dpi in color.

The unit operates with standard 330-sheet capacity color HP 6100 ink cartridges, as well as a 400-sheet black OfficeJet 6100 ink supply. Optional high-capacity color supplies can yield up to 825 pages, while the higher yielding black HP 6100 ink cartridge can last up to 1,000 pages.

Considering its quick speeds and nice bundle of features, the 6100 offers a lot for its low asking price. While its media capacity may limit some users, this inkjet printer has an attractive design that will suit light-volume offices and personal users.