HP Smart Tank 580 vs Canon PIXMA G3000
Which Printer Is Better?
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Recommended in: Ink-tank printers under 15000
Our Verdict
The HP Smart Tank 580 generally offers faster printing speeds, broader connectivity (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB) and higher scan resolution, making it better for quick document jobs. In contrast, the Canon PIXMA G3000 excels in very low running costs and efficient high-volume printing with its MegaTank system, though it’s slower and simpler in features.
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Performance Comparison
The HP Smart Tank 580 delivers sharp, professional text with reliable clarity and low costs. It prints up to 12 ppm, offers high black ink yields, and suits frequent document printing despite slower speeds than laser printers.
The Canon PIXMA G3000 produces sharp, professional text with high resolution and precise ink control. It offers reliable clarity, reasonable speed, and low-cost mono printing, ideal for everyday document use.
The HP Smart Tank 580 delivers vibrant, detailed colour prints for everyday documents and projects. Adequate speeds, consistent tones, and high-yield ink tanks ensure affordable, reliable colour printing for frequent users.
The Canon PIXMA G3000 offers balanced, vibrant colour printing for everyday graphics, projects, and casual photos. Smooth gradients, consistent quality, and low-cost MegaTank refills make it practical for regular colour use.
The HP Smart Tank 580’s CIS flatbed scanner offers clear 1200 dpi scans for documents and IDs. Reliable for everyday use, but manual scanning and no ADF limit batch efficiency.
The Canon PIXMA G3000’s CIS flatbed scanner delivers reliable everyday scans with good detail and colour accuracy. Adequate speed and resolution make it suitable for documents, assignments, and basic photo digitising.
The HP Smart Tank 580 offers dependable speeds with up to 12 ppm mono and 5 ppm colour. Quick first-page output and Wi-Fi support make it practical for home, students, and small offices.
The Canon PIXMA G3000 delivers reliable everyday speeds with 8.8 ipm mono and 5 ipm colour. While not fast, it offers consistent quality and efficient MegaTank printing for home and small offices.
The HP Smart Tank 580 offers very low printing costs with high ink yields. Black prints cost about ₹0.12 per page, colour around ₹0.33, with draft mode reducing expenses further for economical, high-volume use.
The Canon PIXMA G3000 is extremely economical, offering very low per-page costs with its MegaTank system. Affordable, high-yield ink bottles make it ideal for frequent, long-term printing at minimal expense.
Design Comparison
The HP Smart Tank 580 features a compact, professional design with a matte-black finish. Solid build quality, transparent front ink tanks, and a foldable tray make it practical for home and small offices.
The Canon PIXMA G3000 features a compact, sturdy matte-black design with fingerprint resistance. Transparent front ink tanks allow easy monitoring, combining practicality, durability, and a professional look for daily use.
The HP Smart Tank 580 delivers vibrant, detailed colour prints for everyday documents and projects. Adequate speeds, consistent tones, and high-yield ink tanks ensure affordable, reliable colour printing for frequent users.
There is no display screen — instead, the printer has a simple control panel with physical buttons, which keeps the interface straightforward and low-maintenance.
Since there’s no display screen, users won’t be navigating complex menus, which is ideal for a workhorse printer focused on economy and reliability.
The HP Smart Tank 580 All-in-One offers impressive cost efficiency for black-and-white printing. Considering its yield and clarity, the HP Smart Tank 580 provides an excellent balance between affordability and quality for both text and graphics printing.
These low costs make it ideal for families, students, and small offices that print frequently. Recurring costs are also very manageable, as the printer uses Canon’s GI-790 ink bottles, which are affordable and long-lasting.
What is Ink related maintenance: Whether the printer requires any ink-related maintenance beyond simply replacing cartridges.
When it’s important: If you prefer to avoid occasional print head cleaning or replacing ink pads.
What is Drum Unit refers to: The placement of the drum unit inside the laser printer.
When it’s important: If the drum unit is separate, it will eventually need replacement, adding cost and maintenance. When it’s included with the toner cartridge, replacement is simpler and hassle-free.
The HP Smart Tank 580 offers very low printing costs with high ink yields. Black prints cost about ₹0.12 per page, colour around ₹0.33, with draft mode reducing expenses further for economical, high-volume use.
The Canon PIXMA G3000 is extremely economical, offering very low per-page costs with its MegaTank system. Affordable, high-yield ink bottles make it ideal for frequent, long-term printing at minimal expense.
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