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Canon Selphy CP1500 — Dye-sub photo · 2023
Canon

Canon Selphy CP1500

Dye-sub photo · 2023

84
/ 100
From $149
VS
HP Smart Tank 7301 — Inkjet EcoTank · 2022
HP

HP Smart Tank 7301

Inkjet EcoTank · 2022

84
/ 100
From $399
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon Selphy CP1500 lands at 84 and HP Smart Tank 7301 at 84. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Canon Selphy CP1500 if…

  • ✓Wireless printing (most)
  • ✓Current-gen firmware
  • ✓Mature driver support

Pick HP Smart Tank 7301 if…

  • ✓Wireless printing (most)
  • ✓Current-gen firmware
  • ✓Mature driver support
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Quality

Tie

Compared on the quality sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Reliability

Tie

Compared on the reliability sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Speed

Tie

Compared on the speed sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Canon Selphy CP1500

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Canon Selphy CP1500 more score per dollar ($149 vs $399).

Canon Selphy CP1500 84
vs
84 HP Smart Tank 7301

Score breakdown

Canon Selphy CP1500
84
speed 80
quality 84
cost 80
reliability 82
HP Smart Tank 7301
84
speed 80
quality 84
cost 80
reliability 82

Specs side-by-side

Canon Selphy CP1500 versus HP Smart Tank 7301 — full spec comparison
Spec Canon Selphy CP1500 HP Smart Tank 7301
Type
Dye-sub photo
Inkjet EcoTank
Release year
2023
2022

Canon Selphy CP1500

Pros
  • +Wireless printing (most)
  • +Current-gen firmware
  • +Mature driver support
Cons
  • −Ink/toner subscriptions (HP)
  • −Noisy under heavy loads
  • −Paper path varies

HP Smart Tank 7301

Pros
  • +Wireless printing (most)
  • +Current-gen firmware
  • +Mature driver support
Cons
  • −Ink/toner subscriptions (HP)
  • −Noisy under heavy loads
  • −Paper path varies

FAQ: Canon Selphy CP1500 vs HP Smart Tank 7301

Which is better, Canon Selphy CP1500 or HP Smart Tank 7301? +

Both score 84 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Canon Selphy CP1500 worth the price? +

At $149, Canon Selphy CP1500 delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in quality.

Is HP Smart Tank 7301 worth the price? +

At $399, HP Smart Tank 7301 delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in quality.

Does Canon Selphy CP1500 or HP Smart Tank 7301 last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, Canon Selphy CP1500 or HP Smart Tank 7301? +

Canon Selphy CP1500 — more score per dollar ($149 vs $399). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.