HP Photosmart 5520

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 3444 reviews of HP Photosmart 5520. The average rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Comments about the size and print quality are overall positive. The performance and price also get good feedback, but the paper handling and durability get negative opinions.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the HP Photosmart 5520 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 88/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for HP Photosmart 5520

alaTest has collected and analyzed 886 user reviews of HP Photosmart 5520 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers really like the design and print quality. The performance and price are also appreciated, but many are negative about the paper handling and durability. Views are divided on the noise.

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76% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for HP Photosmart 5520

alaTest has collected and analyzed 593 user reviews of HP Photosmart 5520 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 2.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.8/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. People really like the print quality and design. The performance and price also get good feedback, but comments are divided on the size. There are some less positive opinions about the paper handling and durability.

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42% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : M. David Stone (pcmag.com)

HP Photosmart 5520 e-All-in-One

The HP Photosmart 5520 e-All-in-One is a basic home MFP in some ways, but goes well beyond the basics in others.

Touch-screen control panel. Wi-Fi. Prints through the cloud. Duplexes (prints on both sides of a page).

No Ethernet connector. No PictBridge support.

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May, 2012

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Expert review by : Jon L. Jacobi (pcworld.com)

HP Photosmart 5520 e-All-in-One Review: A Welcome Replacement

The $129 (as of May 9, 2012) HP Photosmart 5520 e-All-in-One color inkjet multifunction (copy/print/scan) is a decidedly welcome replacement for the HP Photosmart 5510 e-All-in-One--a handsome but disappointing product that lacked manual duplexing and...

Cheap to buy ; Good output quality

No automatic document feeder ; Scanner lid doesn't telescope

This low-cost multifunction printer offers the duplexing and layout options that its predecessor lacked, making it a better buy for low-volume use. Its touchpad makes it more stylish, too.

May, 2012

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Expert review by : TechReviewSource.com (techreviewsource.com)

HP Photosmart 5520

The HP Photosmart 5520 is an inexpensive multifunction printer that offers built-in duplexing, a touch panel and ePrint capabilities. It also provides reliable and good looking output but it lacks an automatic document feeder and the scanner lid hinge...

Affordable initial cost & ink, Wireless ePrint capabilities, Built-in duplexing, Very good output quality

Scanner lid hinge does not float, No automatic document feeder

Jan, 2013

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Expert review by : Jon L. Jacobi (macworld.com)

HP Photosmart 5520 e-All-in-One

The Photosmart 5520 offers the duplexing and layout options that its predecessor lacked, making it one of the better—and more stylish—buys among low-cost, low-volume multifunction printers.

Good output quality

No automatic document feeder ; Scanner lid doesn't telescope

Paper handling with the Photosmart 5520 is rudimentary, but adequate for low-volume use. An 80-sheet input tray sits at the bottom of the unit. Output exits just above that, falling onto the back of the input tray, where a swivel-out extension catches...

May, 2012

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HP Photosmart 5520 Review: A Smart Photo AIO

Looking for a smart, fun and affordable all-in-one inkjet printer for your home or dorm room? Then you might want to read our full review of the HP Photosmart 5520 e-All-in-One inkjet printer!

Ease of use ; Quality prints ; Creative offerings

Lack of photo software ; Ink costs ; Small paper tray

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Expert review by : Simon Williams (trustedreviews.com)

HP Photosmart 5520

The HP Photosmart 5520 is a mid-range multifunction inkjet that excels in all the right areas.

60mm touchscreen with touch buttons ; AirPrint and Android App support ; Good running costs for budget printer

Messy paper stop design ; Awkward memory card slot ; Paper tray restricted to 80 sheets

There's a single USB socket at the back, but wireless is the most versatile connection and is easy to set up. Lift the scanner section up and the printhead, with its four individual ink cartridges slides into view. It's very straightforward to remove...

Jan, 2013

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Expert review by : Kat Orphanides (expertreviews.co.uk)

HP Photosmart 5520 review - not the photo printer you're looking for

Although it's a useful home printer and scanner, this MFP produces some of the worst photos we've seen

Jun, 2014

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Expert review by : Robin Morris (techadvisor.co.uk)

HP Photosmart 5520 e-All-in-One review

The 80-sheet input tray isn't the most capacious, but its simple yet sturdy design gave us few feeding issues. Unlike the 7520, there's no additional photo tray, so you'll have to get used to mixing A4 and photo media if you want to use multiple...

A nice touchscreen interface and a delicious price tag helps make the HP Photosmart 5520 e-All-in-One a contender, and its low running costs won't hurt either. Its performance is solid rather than stunning though.

Oct, 2012

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Expert review by : Justin Yu (cnet.com.au)

HP Photosmart 5520 e-All-in-One

The HP Photosmart 5520 e-All-in-One delivers ePrint and AirPrint compatibility for just $100.

Aug, 2012

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Expert review by : Jon L. Jacobi (arnnet.com.au)

HP Photosmart 5520 e-All-in-One review: A welcome replacement

The $US129 (as of May 9, 2012) HP Photosmart 5520 e-All-in-One color inkjet multifunction (copy/print/scan) is a decidedly welcome replacement for the HP Photosmart 5510 e-All-in-One--a handsome but disappointing product that lacked manual duplexing...

If you want an MFP that's better than average-looking and covers all the basics for light use, the HP Photosmart 5520 is definitely worth a gander. If you're checking out other printers in this price range, the Brother MFC-J625DW ($130) is the most...

May, 2012

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