Our top 10, at a glance.

Choose a portable photo printer whose print size, consumable system and phone workflow fit the small prints you want to share or keep.

  1. #1Canon SELPHY QX20Canon SELPHY QX20
  2. #2Canon SELPHY CP1500Canon SELPHY CP1500
  3. #3Fujifilm instax mini Link 3Fujifilm instax mini Link 3
  4. #4Fujifilm instax SQUARE LinkFujifilm instax SQUARE Link
  5. #5Fujifilm instax Link WIDEFujifilm instax Link WIDE
  6. #6HP Sprocket 2 × 3HP Sprocket 2 × 3
  7. #7Kodak STEP Instant Photo PrinterKodak STEP Instant Photo Printer
  8. #8Polaroid Hi-Print 2x3 Generation 2Polaroid Hi-Print 2x3 Generation 2
  9. #9Canon IVY 2 Mini Photo PrinterCanon IVY 2 Mini Photo Printer
  10. #10Kodak Mini 2 Retro P210RKodak Mini 2 Retro P210R

All 10 picks, in order.

  1. #1

    Canon SELPHY QX20

    Canon SELPHY QX20

    Specification-led comparison entry for the exact Wireless compact photo printer; US model.

    Why it fits

    • Dye-sublimation printing through the SELPHY Photo Layout mobile app; Supports square XS-20L and card-size XC-20L paper cassettes. [1] [2]

    Before you choose

    • Buying check: Built-in rechargeable battery; app requires a compatible iOS or Android device. [3]

    Check before buying:

    • Confirm current US availability, included accessories or plan limits, and exact model identification before buying or subscribing.

    Model: SELPHY QX20 · Wireless compact photo printer; US model · US

    Check current details at Canon ↗

  2. #2

    Canon SELPHY CP1500

    Canon SELPHY CP1500

    Specification-led comparison entry for the exact Compact photo printer; US model.

    Why it fits

    • Dye-sublimation printing by Wi-Fi, USB or memory card; Prints postcard, L-size, card-size and square-label media with matching trays. [4] [5]

    Before you choose

    • Buying check: Runs on AC power; an NB-CP2LI battery pack is optional. [6]

    Check before buying:

    • Confirm current US availability, included accessories or plan limits, and exact model identification before buying or subscribing.

    Model: SELPHY CP1500 · Compact photo printer; US model · US

    Check current details at Canon ↗

  6. #6

    HP Sprocket 2 × 3

    HP Sprocket 2 × 3

    Specification-led comparison entry for the exact Portable instant photo printer; US model.

    Why it fits

    • ZINK printing from the HP Sprocket mobile app over Bluetooth; Uses 2 × 3-inch adhesive-backed ZINK paper. [16] [17]

    Before you choose

    • Buying check: Rechargeable mobile printer for compatible iOS and Android phones. [18]

    Check before buying:

    • Confirm current US availability, included accessories or plan limits, and exact model identification before buying or subscribing.

    Model: Sprocket 2 × 3 · Portable instant photo printer; US model · US

    Check current details at HP ↗

  7. #7

    Kodak STEP Instant Photo Printer

    Kodak STEP Instant Photo Printer

    Specification-led comparison entry for the exact Bluetooth ZINK printer; US model.

    Why it fits

    • ZINK printing from the KODAK STEP Prints app over Bluetooth; Uses 2 × 3-inch sticky-back ZINK paper. [19] [20]

    Before you choose

    • Buying check: Built-in lithium-ion battery charges over USB. [21]

    Check before buying:

    • Confirm current US availability, included accessories or plan limits, and exact model identification before buying or subscribing.

    Model: STEP Instant Photo Printer · Bluetooth ZINK printer; US model · US

    Check current details at Kodak ↗

  8. #8

    Polaroid Hi-Print 2x3 Generation 2

    Polaroid Hi-Print 2x3 Generation 2

    Specification-led comparison entry for the exact Pocket photo printer; US model.

    Why it fits

    • Dye-sublimation printing through the Polaroid Hi-Print app; Produces 2.1 × 3.4-inch adhesive-backed prints from cartridge media. [22] [23]

    Before you choose

    • Buying check: Rechargeable battery with USB-C charging. [24]

    Check before buying:

    • Confirm current US availability, included accessories or plan limits, and exact model identification before buying or subscribing.

    Model: Hi-Print 2x3 Generation 2 · Pocket photo printer; US model · US

    Check current details at Polaroid ↗

  9. #9

    Canon IVY 2 Mini Photo Printer

    Canon IVY 2 Mini Photo Printer

    Specification-led comparison entry for the exact Bluetooth mini photo printer; US model.

    Why it fits

    • ZINK printing from the Canon Mini Print app over Bluetooth; Uses 2 × 3-inch peel-and-stick ZINK paper. [25] [26]

    Before you choose

    • Buying check: Built-in rechargeable battery charges by USB-C. [27]

    Check before buying:

    • Confirm current US availability, included accessories or plan limits, and exact model identification before buying or subscribing.

    Model: IVY 2 Mini Photo Printer · Bluetooth mini photo printer; US model · US

    Check current details at Canon ↗

  10. #10

    Kodak Mini 2 Retro P210R

    Kodak Mini 2 Retro P210R

    Specification-led comparison entry for the exact Portable photo printer; US model.

    Why it fits

    • 4PASS dye-sublimation printing from the KODAK Photo Printer app; Produces 2.1 × 3.4-inch laminated prints with border options. [28] [29]

    Before you choose

    • Buying check: Rechargeable portable printer connects by Bluetooth. [30]

    Check before buying:

    • Confirm current US availability, included accessories or plan limits, and exact model identification before buying or subscribing.

    Model: Mini 2 Retro P210R · Portable photo printer; US model · US

    Check current details at Kodak ↗

The details, side by side.

Published specifications and features
What matters#1Canon SELPHY QX20#2Canon SELPHY CP1500#3Fujifilm instax mini Link 3#4Fujifilm instax SQUARE Link#5Fujifilm instax Link WIDE#6HP Sprocket 2 × 3#7Kodak STEP Instant Photo Printer#8Polaroid Hi-Print 2x3 Generation 2#9Canon IVY 2 Mini Photo Printer#10Kodak Mini 2 Retro P210R
WorkflowDye-sublimation printing through the SELPHY Photo Layout mobile app. [1]Dye-sublimation printing by Wi-Fi, USB or memory card. [4]Exposes instax mini instant film from the instax mini Link app. [7]Exposes instax SQUARE instant film from the SQUARE Link app. [10]Exposes instax WIDE instant film through its mobile app. [13]ZINK printing from the HP Sprocket mobile app over Bluetooth. [16]ZINK printing from the KODAK STEP Prints app over Bluetooth. [19]Dye-sublimation printing through the Polaroid Hi-Print app. [22]ZINK printing from the Canon Mini Print app over Bluetooth. [25]4PASS dye-sublimation printing from the KODAK Photo Printer app. [28]
Form factorSupports square XS-20L and card-size XC-20L paper cassettes. [2]Prints postcard, L-size, card-size and square-label media with matching trays. [5]Produces a 62 × 46 mm image on mini-format film. [8]Produces a 62 × 62 mm image on square-format film. [11]Produces a 99 × 62 mm image on WIDE-format film. [14]Uses 2 × 3-inch adhesive-backed ZINK paper. [17]Uses 2 × 3-inch sticky-back ZINK paper. [20]Produces 2.1 × 3.4-inch adhesive-backed prints from cartridge media. [23]Uses 2 × 3-inch peel-and-stick ZINK paper. [26]Produces 2.1 × 3.4-inch laminated prints with border options. [29]
CompatibilityBuilt-in rechargeable battery; app requires a compatible iOS or Android device. [3]Runs on AC power; an NB-CP2LI battery pack is optional. [6]Internal lithium-ion battery charges by USB-C. [9]Internal lithium-ion battery charges by USB-C. [12]Built-in rechargeable battery uses a USB charging cable. [15]Rechargeable mobile printer for compatible iOS and Android phones. [18]Built-in lithium-ion battery charges over USB. [21]Rechargeable battery with USB-C charging. [24]Built-in rechargeable battery charges by USB-C. [27]Rechargeable portable printer connects by Bluetooth. [30]

Compare the leading workflows

Canon SELPHY QX20: Dye-sublimation printing through the SELPHY Photo Layout mobile app. Canon SELPHY CP1500: Dye-sublimation printing by Wi-Fi, USB or memory card. Fujifilm instax mini Link 3: Exposes instax mini instant film from the instax mini Link app. [1] [4] [7]

Check fit before ordering

Canon SELPHY QX20: Supports square XS-20L and card-size XC-20L paper cassettes; Built-in rechargeable battery; app requires a compatible iOS or Android device. Canon SELPHY CP1500: Prints postcard, L-size, card-size and square-label media with matching trays; Runs on AC power; an NB-CP2LI battery pack is optional. [2] [3] [5] [6]

How we compared.

Source-based desk research using official manufacturer, manual or app documentation, reviewed September 9, 2026. Ranking favors a useful match to the stated buyer task, then distinguishes workflow, form factor and compatibility or the category-specific equivalents. Manufacturer claims are attributed; no hands-on performance is implied. Recommendation order is an editorial comparison of the cited specifications, not a claim of field-tested performance or universal suitability; verify the exact use case, environment and current US availability before purchase.

How we choose

Sources

Official product documentation, reviewed September 9, 2026.

Canon SELPHY QX20 official documentation ↗

Canon · US · Read September 9, 2026

Canon SELPHY CP1500 official documentation ↗

Canon · US · Read September 9, 2026

HP Sprocket 2 × 3 official documentation ↗

HP · US · Read September 9, 2026

Kodak Mini 2 Retro P210R official documentation ↗

Kodak Photo Printer · US · Read September 9, 2026

Detailed source notes
  1. Canon SELPHY QX20: Dye-sublimation printing through the SELPHY Photo Layout mobile app.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Canon SELPHY QX20 official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Dye-sublimation printing through the SELPHY Photo Layout mobile app.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  2. Canon SELPHY QX20: Supports square XS-20L and card-size XC-20L paper cassettes.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Canon SELPHY QX20 official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Supports square XS-20L and card-size XC-20L paper cassettes.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  3. Canon SELPHY QX20: Built-in rechargeable battery; app requires a compatible iOS or Android device.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Canon SELPHY QX20 official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Built-in rechargeable battery; app requires a compatible iOS or Android device.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  4. Canon SELPHY CP1500: Dye-sublimation printing by Wi-Fi, USB or memory card.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Canon SELPHY CP1500 official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Dye-sublimation printing by Wi-Fi, USB or memory card.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  5. Canon SELPHY CP1500: Prints postcard, L-size, card-size and square-label media with matching trays.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Canon SELPHY CP1500 official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Prints postcard, L-size, card-size and square-label media with matching trays.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  6. Canon SELPHY CP1500: Runs on AC power; an NB-CP2LI battery pack is optional.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Canon SELPHY CP1500 official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Runs on AC power; an NB-CP2LI battery pack is optional.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  7. HP Sprocket 2 × 3: ZINK printing from the HP Sprocket mobile app over Bluetooth.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    HP Sprocket 2 × 3 official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    ZINK printing from the HP Sprocket mobile app over Bluetooth.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  8. HP Sprocket 2 × 3: Uses 2 × 3-inch adhesive-backed ZINK paper.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    HP Sprocket 2 × 3 official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Uses 2 × 3-inch adhesive-backed ZINK paper.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  9. HP Sprocket 2 × 3: Rechargeable mobile printer for compatible iOS and Android phones.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    HP Sprocket 2 × 3 official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Rechargeable mobile printer for compatible iOS and Android phones.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  10. Kodak STEP Instant Photo Printer: ZINK printing from the KODAK STEP Prints app over Bluetooth.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Kodak STEP Instant Photo Printer official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    ZINK printing from the KODAK STEP Prints app over Bluetooth.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  11. Kodak STEP Instant Photo Printer: Uses 2 × 3-inch sticky-back ZINK paper.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Kodak STEP Instant Photo Printer official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Uses 2 × 3-inch sticky-back ZINK paper.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  12. Kodak STEP Instant Photo Printer: Built-in lithium-ion battery charges over USB.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Kodak STEP Instant Photo Printer official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Built-in lithium-ion battery charges over USB.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  13. Polaroid Hi-Print 2x3 Generation 2: Dye-sublimation printing through the Polaroid Hi-Print app.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Polaroid Hi-Print 2x3 Generation 2 official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Dye-sublimation printing through the Polaroid Hi-Print app.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  14. Polaroid Hi-Print 2x3 Generation 2: Produces 2.1 × 3.4-inch adhesive-backed prints from cartridge media.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Polaroid Hi-Print 2x3 Generation 2 official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Produces 2.1 × 3.4-inch adhesive-backed prints from cartridge media.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  15. Polaroid Hi-Print 2x3 Generation 2: Rechargeable battery with USB-C charging.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Polaroid Hi-Print 2x3 Generation 2 official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Rechargeable battery with USB-C charging.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  16. Canon IVY 2 Mini Photo Printer: ZINK printing from the Canon Mini Print app over Bluetooth.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Canon IVY 2 Mini Photo Printer official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    ZINK printing from the Canon Mini Print app over Bluetooth.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  17. Canon IVY 2 Mini Photo Printer: Uses 2 × 3-inch peel-and-stick ZINK paper.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Canon IVY 2 Mini Photo Printer official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Uses 2 × 3-inch peel-and-stick ZINK paper.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  18. Canon IVY 2 Mini Photo Printer: Built-in rechargeable battery charges by USB-C.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Canon IVY 2 Mini Photo Printer official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Built-in rechargeable battery charges by USB-C.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  19. Kodak Mini 2 Retro P210R: 4PASS dye-sublimation printing from the KODAK Photo Printer app.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Kodak Mini 2 Retro P210R official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    4PASS dye-sublimation printing from the KODAK Photo Printer app.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  20. Kodak Mini 2 Retro P210R: Produces 2.1 × 3.4-inch laminated prints with border options.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Kodak Mini 2 Retro P210R official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Produces 2.1 × 3.4-inch laminated prints with border options.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  21. Kodak Mini 2 Retro P210R: Rechargeable portable printer connects by Bluetooth.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Kodak Mini 2 Retro P210R official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Rechargeable portable printer connects by Bluetooth.

    Checked September 9, 2026

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