Introduction (Does It Do What It Should)

It’s been a while since I have reviewed a printer, and this is definitely the first time that I have reviewed a printer from HP. Considering the results that I have received from the Envy 6652e, I am pleased with what I have found.

I’m going to have to tell you first that this HP Envy printer has many different numbers, this one starts with 65-something. I’ve found that it has several different types of pics, but the image that you see here is the one that I believe is the Envy 6500 series, I guess.

This Envy is pretty well-named, as it is a printer that I think is quite ideal. Not only can it print in color and black and white, but it has a scanner so you can copy and get what you need to get. You can see in the video that I was a little bit unimpressed with the depth of the regular feed paper tray (at about 100 sheets), but the Envy allows for all kinds of auto doc feeding. It also does auto 2-sided photo printing, and it is totally wireless.

I was definitely impressed with the 2.4 inch high resolution touchscreen, which is why I went out of my way to show on the video. Now, when it came time to do the setup of this, I have to admit that it wasn’t really my best work.

I’ll be honest when I say that I didn’t really want to set this up, and put off doing the video and article because of that. After all, I have an Epson printer that really works well for me, and I didn’t want any interference.

It actually took me quite a while to set it up, so I had forty-five minutes of really boring footage to sift through for the video. The sad part is that the touchscreen gave me a barcode for installation, and so I used my smartphone to scan it. The problem is this barcode reader was an app trap, and so when I was asked to scan my information, I just assumed HP needed my credit card info just in case I planned to order ink later. As it turns out, I gave my card number to a company that was planning on using it unlawfully, and I’m glad my bank caught it. So, yeah, I had to get a whole new credit card out of this, but I don’t blame HP.

I also don’t blame HP for how long it took to set it up. At first, I thought I could do it from my phone, but then it demanded my computer. At least that was legit, and I was able to download the HP app rather easily. I was able to do that, and we got the sample page easily enough. There were a few times when it told me that there was a paper jam when there was no paper jam. Does every printer have this issue?

I was hoping to print out a photo, but I had to use some 8 x 11 photo paper. The thing is that I had 4 x 6 photo paper, and I tried to tell the printer that this is what I had, and I couldn’t get it to print. I am planning on trying again and again, and I’m glad this came with some ink, but if I can’t get it to work, then it’s going to drain the ink really fast.

I was glad when I did my last print job, it defaulted not to the Envy but to the Epson. This is what I wanted, so I guess I’ll just juggle between these two printers.

The thing that I noticed about this HP printer is how it will supply you with free ink. Now that is something that I can really sink my teeth into, because I can’t stand the idea of running out of ink.

Anyway, I believe that here is where you can purchase the printer on the HP website.

Facts About The Company

Well, I’m not sure what rock that you live under, but I’m sure that you’ve at least heard of HP. If you haven’t, then they are a technology company born of the belief that companies should do more than make a profit, and make the world a better place.

Yeah, I got that from the “About Us” page, and HP has been in business for about 80 years.

What Does This Company Make?

Well, it has a specialty in personal systems, printers, and 3D printing solutions. I have reviewed a Chromebook for them, and even did a video for Wal-Mart for them. I actually tried to find that video, but it has been taken down, and I guess I shouldn’t be surprised, but it has been a few years ago.

Just the Specs, Man

Functions

Print, copy, scan, mobile fax
Print Speed – Black (ISO, laser comparable)

Up to 10 ppm
Print Speed – Color (ISO, laser comparable)

Up to 7 ppm
Resolution (black)

Up to 1200X 1200 rendered dpi (when Printing from a computer)
Resolution (color)

Up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi color (when printing from a computer on selected HP photo papers and 1200 input dpi)
Monthly duty cycle

Up to 1000 pages
Duty cycle is the maximum number of pages that can be printed in a month, but this page volume is not recommended on an ongoing basis.
Recommended monthly page volume

100 to 400
HP recommends the number of pages printed not exceed the recommended monthly page volume for optimum device performance.
Print Technology

HP Thermal Inkjet
Display

2.4″ Diagonal Color Capacitive Touchscreen (320 x 240)
Processor speed

800 MHz
Number of print cartridges

2 (1 each black, tri-color)
Replacement cartridges

HP 68 Black Original Ink Cartridge (~160 pages yield) 7FP21TN; HP 68 Tri-Color Original Ink Cartridge (~120 pages yield) 7FP20TN; HP 68e EvoMore Black Original Ink Cartridge (~320 pages yield) 7FP22TN
Compatible ink types

Pigment-based (black); Dye-based (color)
Print languages

HP PCL 3 GUI; HP PCLm (HP Apps/UPD); PJL (Printer Job Language); URF (AirPrint)
Automatic paper sensor

No
Paper trays, standard

1
Paper trays, maximum

1
Mobile Printing Capability

HP app; Apple AirPrint; Chrome OS; HP Print Service Plugin (Android printing); Mopria-certified; Mopria Print Service
Connectivity, standard

1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 (device); 1 Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, dual band
Security management

Yes
Memory, standard

256 MB DDR3
Printer management

No
Minimum system requirements

macOS 12 Monterey; macOS 13 Ventura; macOS 14 Sonoma; macOS 15 Sequoia; 2 GB HD; Internet required
Microsoft Windows 11, 10: 32-bit or 64-bit, 2 GB available hard disk space, Internet connection, Microsoft Internet Explorer or Edge.
Compatible operating systems

Windows 11; Windows 10; macOS 12 Monterey; macOS 13 Ventura; macOS 14 Sonoma; macOS 15 Sequoia; Linux
Paper handling input, standard

Up to 100 sheets input tray
Paper handling output, standard

25-sheet output tray
Duplex printing

Automatic
Envelope input capacity

Up to 10 envelopes
Borderless printing

Yes (up to 8.5 x 12 in, 216 x 305mm)
Media sizes supported

Letter, 3 x 5 in, 4 x 6 in, 5 x 7 in, 8 x 10 in, No. 10 envelopes, 5 x 5 in, 4 x 12 in
Media sizes, custom

Simplex:3 x 5 to 8.5 x 12 in; Duplex:3 x 5.5 to 8.5 x 11.7 in
Media types

Plain Paper; HP Photo Papers; HP Matte Brochure or Professional Paper; HP Matte Presentation Paper; HP Glossy Brochure or Professional Paper; Other Photo Inkjet Papers; Other Matte Inkjet Papers; Other Glossy Inkjet Papers; Plain Paper, Light/Recycled
Recommended media weight

20 lb
Supported media weight

Plain paper: 16 to 24 lb; HP envelopes: 20 to 24 lb; HP cards: up to 53 lb; HP photo paper: up to 80 lb
Scanner type

Flatbed, ADF
Scan file format

JPG; Basic PDF; PNG; TIF; HEIF
Scan resolution, hardware

Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi
Scan resolution, optical

Up to 1200 dpi
Scan size (flatbed), maximum

8.5 x 11.7 in
Scan size (ADF), maximum

8.5 x 14 in
ADF Capacity

Standard, 35 sheets
Digital sending features

Everyday scan (scan to PDF); Scan to email; Scan to email (from software); Scan to email (PDF, JPG); Scan to email (via printer control app); Scan to file (from software); Scan to file (PDF, JPG); Scan to PC; Scan to PC (PDF, JPG); Scan to HP Cloud
Digital send file Formats

PDF; JPG; TIF
Copy resolution (black text)

Up to 300 x 300 dpi
Copy resolution (colour text and graphics)

300 x 300 dpi
Copy reduce / enlarge settings

Via HP app
Copies, maximum

Up to 99 copies
Faxing

Yes, mobile fax (send only)
Power

Input voltage (WW): 100 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz, 700mA. Input voltage (India): 200 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60Hz (+/- 3Hz), 400mA
Power consumption

4.25 Watts (Ready); 1.90 Watts (Sleep); 0.175 Watts (Off)
Power requirements are based on the country/region where the printer is sold. Do not convert operating voltages. This will damage the printer and void the product warranty.
Product disclaimer

This printer is intended to work only with cartridges that have new or reused HP electronic circuitry, and it uses dynamic security measures to block cartridges using modified or non-HP circuitry. Periodic firmware updates will maintain the effectiveness of these measures and block cartridges that previously worked. Reused HP electronic circuitry enables the use of reused, remanufactured, and refilled cartridges. More at:
http://www.hp.com/learn/ds
Energy efficiency

EPEAT® registered; IT ECO Declaration
Operating temperature range

41 to 104°F
Operating humidity range

25 to 75% RH
Software included

HP Printer Software
Warranty

One-Year limited hardware warranty with option to extend to two-years with acceptance of HP+ Offer. For more info please visit us at http://support.hp.com .
Dimensions (W X D X H)

17.05 x 14.21 x 6.73 in
Dimensions Maximum (W X D X H)

17.05 x 20.19 x 7.05 in
Weight

13.5 lb
Package weight

18.08 lb
What’s in the box

HP Envy 6555e All-in-One Printer; HP 68 Setup Black Cartridge; HP 68 Setup Tri-Color Cartridge; Regulatory flyer; Setup guide; Reference guide; Power cord
Cable included

No, please purchase USB cable separately
Sustainability Impact

Recyclable through HP Planet Partners; Forest First product with HP+; 60% post-consumer recycled plastic
Dynamic security

Dynamic security enabled printer
Certain HP printers are intended to work only with cartridges that have a new or reused HP chip or electronic circuitry. These printers use dynamic security measures to block cartridges using a non-HP chip or electronic circuitry. Periodic firmware updates will maintain the effectiveness of these measures and block cartridges that previously worked. Reused HP chips and electronic circuitry enable the use of reused, remanufactured, and refilled cartridges.
Wireless capability

Yes, Built-in Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac

Okay, Get To The Unboxing Already!

Maybe I Want It, But Is There Anything Else Like It? Maybe For A Lower Price? Please?

Personally, I think that the price for this is pretty cheap, really. I think that we all know how the printer racket works. You know, buy a printer for a relatively low price, but you will pay through the nose over time for the ink.

I’m hoping that we can get in the deal with the ink delivered by mail, and we want to report more about that. However, we want to review an HP printer that can do a little more, as I’m hoping we can get one for a business.