Canon PIXMA TS6520 vs HP DeskJet 2955 All-in-One Printer
Canon PIXMA TS6520 is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Canon PIXMA TS6520 | HP DeskJet 2955 All-in-One Printer |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $912 | $1,098 |
| After 2 years | $1,746 | $2,107 |
| After 3 years | $2,579 | $3,115 |
Canon PIXMA TS6520 is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Canon PIXMA TS6520 | HP DeskJet 2955 All-in-One Printer |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | inkjet | inkjet |
| Color support | color | color |
| Device type | multifunction | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy | print, scan, copy |
| Print speed (mono) | — | 7.5 ppm |
| Print speed (color) | 7 ppm | 5.5 ppm |
| Resolution | 1200 x 1200 | 1200 x 1200 |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | — | 1,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | — | 100 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | No |
| Automatic document feeder | No | No |
| Display | — | Icon LCD display and button controls |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | No | No |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal | Letter, Legal |
| Weight (kg) | 5.26 | 3.43 |
Cartridges & running cost
Canon PIXMA TS6520
Cheapest to run: Canon PG-295 Black Ink Tank — $25.00 · 13.9¢/page · 180pg yield
HP DeskJet 2955 All-in-One Printer
Cheapest to run: HP 68 Black Original Ink Cartridge — $26.89 · 16.8¢/page · 160pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Canon PIXMA TS6520 — about 17% lower cost per page (13.9¢ vs 16.8¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Canon PIXMA TS6520 — $11 less to buy.
Where to buy
Canon PIXMA TS6520Buy — $79.00
HP DeskJet 2955 All-in-One PrinterBuy — $89.99
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Canon PIXMA TS6520 or the HP DeskJet 2955 All-in-One Printer?
- The Canon PIXMA TS6520 — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 17% cheaper per page (13.9¢ vs 16.8¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Canon PIXMA TS6520 or the HP DeskJet 2955 All-in-One Printer?
- The Canon PIXMA TS6520 is about $11 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Canon PIXMA TS6520 and the HP DeskJet 2955 All-in-One Printer?
- Print speed (color): Canon PIXMA TS6520 7 ppm, HP DeskJet 2955 All-in-One Printer 5.5 ppm. Automatic duplex: Canon PIXMA TS6520 Yes, HP DeskJet 2955 All-in-One Printer No. Weight (kg): Canon PIXMA TS6520 5.26, HP DeskJet 2955 All-in-One Printer 3.43.