The verdict
The Envy 6555e is the simplicity pick. HP Smart App + Instant Ink trial is the most beginner-friendly setup in this lineup. Trade-off is the Instant Ink subscription model that activates after the trial.
HP Envy 6555e
Strengths
- +HP+ Smart App integration for mobile printing
- +Quiet mode for shared/home offices
- +6 months Instant Ink trial — free during evaluation
- +Compact design that fits standard desks
Watch-outs
- −Instant Ink subscription model after trial — ongoing cost vs Brother cartridges
- −Slower than Brother MFC-J4355DW (10 ppm)
- −HP+ ties printer to HP-brand ink (third-party cartridges restricted)
How it compares
Cheapest HP pick. Subscription ink (Instant Ink) vs Brother cartridges. HP Smart App easier than Brother iPrint.
Who this is for
At a glance: first-time printer buyers who want plug-and-print simplicity via the HP Smart App.
Why you’d buy the HP Envy 6555e
- HP+ Smart App integration for mobile printing.
- Quiet mode for shared/home offices.
- 6 months Instant Ink trial — free during evaluation.
Why you’d skip it
- Instant Ink subscription model after trial — ongoing cost vs Brother cartridges.
- Slower than Brother MFC-J4355DW (10 ppm).
- HP+ ties printer to HP-brand ink (third-party cartridges restricted).
Rating sources
Our 4.5 score is the average of these published ratings. More about methodology.
