HP PhotoSmart Pro B9180

200 reviews

Apr, 2024

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usability (74)
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print quality (33)
design (22)

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noise (27)
reliability (17)
ink consumption (7)
paper handling (4)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 200 reviews of HP PhotoSmart Pro B9180. The average rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Views about the design and size are generally positive. The print quality and performance are also mentioned favorably, whereas the reliability and price get mixed comments. There are some less positive views about the paper handling and ink consumption.

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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 Pro B9180 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for HP PhotoSmart Pro B9180

alaTest has collected and analyzed 29 user reviews of HP PhotoSmart Pro B9180 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.2/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. Comments about the multifunction and design are overall positive. The price and performance also get good views, but many are negative about the ink consumption and reliability.

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59% 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 Pro B9180

alaTest has collected and analyzed 75 user reviews of HP PhotoSmart Pro B9180 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.8/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com.

83% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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

HP Photosmart Pro B9180 Photo Printer

The HP Photosmart Pro B9180 Photo Printer prints superb photos on your choice of fine-art papers.

Maximum 13-by-44-inch paper. Fine-art papers available. Network connector. Photoshop plug-in.

Printing of photos and graphics on plain paper is subpar.

If you're serious about printing top-quality photos (or graphics, for that matter) at sizes up to 13 by 44 inches, the HP Photosmart Pro B9180 is a superb choice.

Jul, 2007

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Expert review by : Rick LePage (pcworld.com)

Hewlett-Packard HP Photosmart Pro B9180

No need to swap matte and glossy black inks ; Great software bundle includes a Photoshop plug-in ; Ethernet and USB connectivity ; Efficient ink usage ; Prints neutral black and white images ; Great print quality on many different paper types

Printing with thick papers can result in slightly crimped edge

Dec, 2006

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Expert review by : PCMag Staff (pcmag.com)

HP Photosmart Pro B9180

Preview of the HP Photosmart Pro B9180.

For additional information on Photo Printers and product reviews, please visit our Photo Printer guide.

Sep, 2006

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Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

HP Photosmart Pro B9180

Mar, 2006

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Expert review by : Nikonians (nikonians.org)

HP Photosmart Pro B9180 Photo Printer Review

HP has succeeded in producing a line of archival inkjet printers that can easily compete with anything currently in the market place. This is an impressive accomplishment considering the fact that this is their very first entry into professional level...

May, 2013

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Expert review by : The Luminous Landscape (luminous-landscape.com)

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Both Canon and HP, on deciding to enter the pigment ink market saw this as an opportunity, and both have made sure that their new competitive pigment-ink-based printer lines hold both glossy and matte inks simultaneously. Canon's offerings use 12 inks,...

May, 2007

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Expert review by : Ben Long (creativepro.com)

Review: HP Photosmart Pro B9180

This surprising printer delivers excellent, long-lasting output for the lowest price in its class.

In short, don't buy this printer. And if you do, never, ever call HP for support. It will be a complete waste of time

Feb, 2007

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Expert review by : Rick LePage (macworld.com)

HP Photosmart Pro B9180

Try as we might, we couldn't come up with any significant defects in the Photosmart Pro B9180. The only thing we didn't like is how the printer can sometimes crimp one end of very thick paper when fed through the manual-feed slot.

Printing with thick papers can result in slightly crimped edge

HP has been the dominant presence in the consumer and business printer markets, but it hasn't been as successful in the high-end photo market, which has more demanding users. Photographers, graphic artists, and imaging specialists want consistent...

Dec, 2006

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Expert review by : Jon Canfield (shutterbug.com)

HPâ-'s Photosmart Pro B9180; HP Tosses Its Hat Into The Fine Art, Pigment Ink Printer Ring

The included software (Windows shown here) lets you monitor printer status as well as perform maintenance, add profiles and custom papers, and calibrate your printer.

Nov, 2006

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Expert review by : PC Advisor staff (goodgearguide.com.au)

HP Photosmart Pro B9180 photo printer

It's rare indeed to come across a product so well thought out and so perfectly integrated with both Mac and Windows PC that you wonder how you lived w...

Colour calibrator, pigment-based inks, HP Printer Utility allows you to install custom paper profiles directly into the printer's driver, excellent prints with colours coming out almost perfect

It sometimes crimps one end of very thick paper when fed through the manual-feed slot

Try as we might, we couldn't come up with any significant defects in the HP Photosmart Pro B9180. The only thing we didn't like is how the printer can sometimes crimp one end of very thick paper when fed through the manual-feed slot. While we think...

Nov, 2007

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