HP C5373 Ink
Photosmart C5373 Ink Cartridges

HP C5373 Printer Review

The HP Photosmart C5373 is a compact multifunction inkjet printer with home and small office users in mind. Its photo quality is top notch, and its print speed is fast, at around 33 pages per minute for black and 31 pages per minute for color printer ink. HP C5373 ink costs are very economical, and the inkjet can handle a wide variety of paper types.

Though it's not the smallest multifunction in its class, the HP C5373 is still fairly compact, especially given its many features. It measures 8.1 inches by 17.7 inches by 15.4 inches and weighs only 11 pounds. The machine has a surprising amount of independence, able to do a wide variety of tasks without the need for a computer. The included media card slots and PictBridge-enable USB port make it easy to connect a digital camera or memory card, and the full-color LCD screen makes it easy to perform small edits, preview and print files without a computer.

Printer ink is always an issue with any model. Luckily, HP C5373 ink cartridges are very affordably-priced. The unit uses a 5 cartridge system instead of the typical 4, and each Photosmart C5373 ink cartridge can be replaced separately, reducing waste and keeping costs down.

Comparing the HP C5373 to competing models, it fairs well against its competition. Despite its slightly higher upfront cost, it offers more features than other models, such as a CD/DVD drive for storing photos. Lower prices for Photosmart C5373 ink also makes it more economical in the long run.

Overall, photo-enthusiasts will find a lot to like in the HP C5373, and business users will appreciate its rich feature set. It may be priced higher than some models, but its many bonuses add value.