10 Best Mini Printers for Printing Photos from Your Phone

Spectacular Chinese development with a good set of features. The mini printer is equipped with a special printing technology that automatically applies a transparent protective film to the image to protect it from splashes of moisture and fingerprints. This makes the photos printed with Xiaomi Mijia more durable. At the same time, the printer supports borderless format, and a translucent tray with loading up to 40 sheets allows you to control the consumption of materials without any extra effort. Another feature of Xiaomi was the presence of a web interface that allows you to make settings remotely. However, not everything is so well thought out. The bundle is minimalistic and does not include a cartridge. It is not easy to find it in Russia if you do not use Aliexpress and similar online stores. In addition, it is the heaviest mini-printer. Its weight reaches 1.2 kg.

The mini printer is very suitable for beginners. Its capabilities are small, the settings are simple and, in general, Ritmix is ​​unpretentious. The printer can be carried in your pocket, printed in any position and on all materials in rolls, whether it is thermal paper or a thermal sticker. It is only important that the print area fit into 57 by 30 millimeters. This approach significantly simplifies and reduces the cost of maintenance. Consumables are easy to find in any stationery store and there is always an opportunity to choose the best price. In addition, the package already includes a roll of thermal paper, which is rare for such a budget. A special feature of the mini-printer is the compatible ToastPage application, which allows you to instantly generate and print QR and barcodes. However, the Russification of the branded application leaves much to be desired, and the print is only black and white. Ritmix even converts photos to monochrome. At the same time, the gadget is only compatible with the latest smartphones on iOS and Android.

Inexpensive basic mini-printer with everything you need in the kit. Based on thermal printing technology, Xiaomi Mijia needs only one component for printing - special photo paper. And it is already included in the kit, which makes this printer a very good deal. At the same time, it supports borderless printing format and interacts well with all popular phones. Moreover, the portable printer is equipped with AirPrint technology, which will delight iPhone owners. Also, the development of Xiaomi is often praised for its weight of only 180 grams and modest dimensions. The gadget is no larger than the average smartphone. But there are also difficulties. Although the instructions for the printer are included, most will have to figure it out by trial and error, since it is in Chinese. Fortunately, the settings are few and it is quite possible to master them yourself. The price of the cartridge is also not ideal, but not exorbitant either.

One of the best and most practical mid-range mini printers. Impressive with a variety of print formats - from tiny mini-stickers 22 by 17.3 mm, as well as square and credit card stickers, to standard 10 by 15 cm photos. Photo sources are no less numerous. The Canon Selphy CP1000 prints directly from the camera, from memory cards, as well as via USB from computers and laptops on Windows, Mac OS and even from a number of smartphones. In the latter, with the settings, according to reviews, it can be difficult, especially with the iPhone, but such a connection is also possible. Also, the advantages of a mobile printer include an informative color display, which greatly simplifies management and allows you not only to print directly, but also to make adjustments. However, the model is often criticized for mediocre print speed and smearing when dust particles get in. At the same time, the paper feed tray is by no means airtight, so you will have to clean it from dust particles from time to time.

The Polaroid Lab mobile printer is undoubtedly one of the most interesting portable models for printing from a smartphone. It differs from thermal printers in a deeper and more contrasty transmission, reminiscent of the beloved Polaroid photos, which are the best suited to perpetuate the most vivid and dearest memories. An even more tempting feature is a unique opportunity to turn a photo into a stunning collage, including up to 9 shots with a total area almost like an A4 sheet. All this with a couple of clicks in the free Polaroid Originals app for Android and iOS. Stylish and practical. Also, the advantages of this portable printer include a built-in 1100 mAh battery, allowing you to print anywhere. Of the shortcomings, only a rather high price for the device and consumables and not too modest dimensions. Although the Polaroid Lab is a mini-printer and is quite mobile, it definitely won't fit in a pocket or clutch.

The Canon Selphy SQUARE QX10 can easily be called the best practical model for printing color photographs. The printer is portable and very unpretentious. Prints well in any position, even canopy. In addition, unlike most analogues, it is controlled as simply and clearly as possible. Lengthy settings are not required even when connecting to a smartphone for the first time. The menu is minimalistic, intuitive, adapted to the Russian-speaking audience. The application also contains detailed tips. No need to break your head. The presence of a web interface allows you to manage the printer remotely. At the same time, Canon Selphy is often praised for its very decent print quality for a mobile mini-printer. Photos look realistic. Light and large shots come out especially beautifully. But in general, the resolution is not the best, which can cause details to be lost in dark pictures. The print speed is low - the first photo will have to wait 43 seconds.

This recognizable Fujifilm development is one of the best portable printers not only in autonomy, but also in speed. The output of the photo takes about 13 seconds. Reviews also confirm the excellent print speed. Another special feature of Instax Share SP-3 is its sharpness for social networking fans. The mini printer allows you to print not only pictures from any Android or iOS phone, but also directly from your Instagram, Facebook, Google, flickr and some other profiles. What's more, it visibly spices up and enhances your photos by choosing from a wide range of filters. However, the more options, the more difficult the settings. This printer is no exception. Users note a rather difficult control, especially when printing from social networks. At the same time, Fujifilm is by no means a cheap option, and the cost of consumables does not contribute to savings.

High-quality and detailed printing, good color reproduction, convenience and decent functionality make this mobile printer one of the best. First of all, the model pleases with such basic, but not often found advantages, as its own built-in memory and the ability to print borderless. Also, the printer is often praised for its high image quality. According to reviews, it is the best here for its price. At the same time, unlike analogues, Canon Zoemini can be called a solution out of the box. The printer does not require lengthy settings. The connection is simple. A couple of minutes and he's ready to go. At the same time, it is often praised for its good print speed, including color. The disadvantages include only a not too affordable price for branded photo paper, but it is far from the most expensive. Also, some users regret that Zoemini does not print on A4, but this is a problem with all mobile photo printers.

The Fujifilm mobile printer is convenient not only because of its compact size, but also because of its thoughtful design. Due to the relief texture of the case, it fits well in the palm of your hand and does not slip out of your pocket. At the same time, the gadget looks great and is presented in several stylish colors. But most of all captivates the speed of printing. The photo is ready after 12 seconds. The possibilities are also impressive. Fujifilm Instax Mini Link allows you to not only print pictures already on your smartphone, but also use your phone as an instant camera. What's more, it's easy to send a frame from a video to the printer to turn it into a physical photo. Also at the user's disposal are the creation of collages, ready-made filters and the "party" mode. With it, up to 5 people can connect to the printer and create a joint photo. However, mastering all this will take a lot of time due to the lack of localization and the complexity of individual settings.

The Canon Selphy CP1300 mini printer is the best for advanced color printing from literally anything. Thanks to the LCD screen and a full-fledged control panel, it is convenient to print photos even directly from an SD memory card, the slot for which is easy to see under the cover on the front side. If the soul asks for even more settings, you can use the Canon Print app for iOS, Android or Windows. The operating systems supported by this mini-printer are so diverse. At the same time, iPhone owners will be pleased with the compatibility with AirPrint technology, which greatly simplifies and speeds up the process. You can also print directly from a Wi-Fi-enabled camera. In terms of photo formats, the Canon Selphy is also ahead of the competition. The printer prints not only small cards and stickers 22x17 mm, 50x50 mm and 86x54 mm, but also full-fledged classic photos 15x10 mm. Because of this, it is slightly larger and heavier than its counterparts.