Best Kodak Printers in 2026: 10 Picks Compared on Specs
The KODAK Dock Plus 4x6 Photo Printer takes the top spot in this list: it is the only pick here that prints 4x6 photos, it uses 4PASS layered printing, and it arrives with 50 sheets of paper. The other nine picks are pocket-size models, mostly printing 2x3 prints with Zink technology. Picks are chosen from the stated specifications in the catalog, and every price on the page is the live listing price.
10 picks from 22 printers that match this guide with a price we can quote today, made by 18 makers. The prices below are current and each carries its read time.
Quick picks
The best fit for you
- For 4x6 prints at home: If you want full-size 4x6 snapshots with a dock for your phone, the Kodak Dock Plus is the only pick in this list that prints that format. See pick 1
- For pocket printing on the go: The Mini 2 Retro is a small 2x3 printer with 4PASS technology and 38 sheets included, built for carrying in a bag. See pick 2
- For Zink bundles with extra paper: The Step Instant Smartphone bundle carries 75 sheets of Zink paper, making it the largest paper bundle among the Zink picks here. See pick 4
Our 10 picks
1 Best overall
This is the only pick in the pool that prints 4x6 photos, and it uses 4PASS layered printing rather than Zink. The smartphone docking design sets it apart from the other pocket-size entries, and it includes 50 sheets of paper out of the box.
Pros
- Prints 4x6, the largest format in this list
- 50 sheets of paper included
- 4PASS layering produces photo prints with a protective layer
- Docking cradle for a smartphone
Cons
- Wireless connectivity is not stated in the listing
- Larger than every other pick here because of the dock
Good fit if
- Anyone who wants full-size 4x6 prints from a dockable phone
- People who prefer ink-based photo prints over Zink
Skip if
- Those who need a pocket-size printer
- Anyone who wants wireless printing without a dock
Verdict: The Dock Plus is the clear choice for anyone who wants full-size 4x6 prints from a Kodak printer.
2 Best pocket-size 4PASS
KODAK Mini 2 Retro 2x3 Portable Photo Printer
- Type
- Photo
$79.99 price as of 2026-10-05 20:57 UTC (Details)
The Mini 2 Retro is the second of two 4PASS printers in this list and the only one that keeps the 2x3 format. It includes 38 sheets of paper and is designed for portability, unlike the dock-based Dock Plus.
Pros
- Compact 2x3 size for easy carrying
- 4PASS technology, shared only with the Dock Plus here
- 38 sheets of paper included
- White finish
Cons
- Wireless connectivity is not stated in the listing
- 2x3 prints are smaller than the Dock Plus 4x6 output
Good fit if
- Travelers who want a compact printer for 2x3 prints
- People who like the 4PASS print quality in a small size
Skip if
- Those who need 4x6 prints
- Anyone who requires wireless connectivity for printing
Verdict: The Mini 2 Retro is the pick for a compact 4PASS printer with 38 sheets of 2x3 paper.
3 Best Zink with stated wireless
KODAK Step Printer Wireless Mobile Photo Printer
- Type
- Photo
- Wireless
- Yes
$134.24 price as of 2026-10-05 20:57 UTC (Details)
This Step printer is the clearest Zink pick for wireless use: the listing names wireless connectivity and the Kodak app for iOS and Android. It shares the same Zink Zero Ink technology with the other Step models here.
Pros
- Zink Zero Ink printing eliminates ink cartridges
- Wireless connectivity stated in the listing
- Works with the Kodak app on iOS and Android
Cons
- Print format is not stated in the listing
- No bundled paper count given for this entry
Good fit if
- Phone users who want to print wirelessly with the Kodak app
- People who want to avoid ink cartridges with Zink tech
Skip if
- Those who want a larger 4x6 format
- Anyone who needs a paper bundle included
Verdict: The Step Printer with wireless is the best Zink pick for phone users who want stated connectivity.
4 Largest Zink paper bundle
Kodak Step Instant Smartphone Photo Printer
- Type
- Photo
- Color
- Color
- Wireless
- Yes
$129.99 price as of 2026-10-05 20:57 UTC (Details)
This Step Instant bundle stands out for the 75 sheets of Zink paper it includes, the most of any Zink pick in this list. It also states wireless connectivity and color printing.
Pros
- 75 sheets of Zink paper included, the most here
- Wireless connectivity stated
- Color output stated in the listing
Cons
- Zink prints lack the protective layer of 4PASS
- Print size is not stated in the listing
Good fit if
- People who want a large paper bundle to get started
- Users who want a color Zink printer with wireless
Skip if
- Those who want a 4x6 print size
- Anyone who prefers the protective layer of 4PASS
Verdict: The Step Instant with 75 sheets is the best bundle for Zink users who need extra paper.
5 Best Bluetooth and NFC pick
KODAK Step Instant Photo Printer with Bluetooth/NFC
- Type
- Photo
- Wireless
- Yes
$94.99 price as of 2026-10-05 20:57 UTC (Details)
The listing names both Bluetooth and NFC for this Step Instant model, a pairing shared by only one other entry in this pool. It uses Zink technology and arrives as a Go bundle.
Pros
- Bluetooth and NFC both stated in the listing
- Zink Zero Ink technology
- Go bundle format for travel
Cons
- Same 2x3 Zink print size as most other Step models
- Paper count is not stated in the listing
Good fit if
- Users who want direct Bluetooth and NFC printing from a phone
- People who like the Go bundle portability
Skip if
- Those who need a larger print size
- Anyone who doesn't want to buy Zink paper
Verdict: The Step Instant with Bluetooth and NFC is the pick for direct phone printing with Zink.
6 Wireless mini with no stated technology
KODAK Step Wireless Mobile Photo Mini Printer
- Wireless
- Yes
$94.99 price as of 2026-10-05 20:57 UTC (Details)
This listing states wireless connectivity but does not name the print technology or the paper size, so it is the pick to consider only if you already know the three-inch Zink format of the Step line.
Pros
- Wireless connectivity stated
- Mini body for portability
- Go bundle format for travel
Cons
- Print technology is not stated by the seller
- Paper size is not stated by the seller
- No paper bundle count listed
Good fit if
- People who want a small wireless printer for a phone
- Those who already know the 2x3 Zink format from other Step models
Skip if
- Anyone who needs a stated print technology
- Those who need a paper bundle
Verdict: The Step Wireless Mobile Mini is a compact wireless Zink option, though its specs are incomplete.
7 Best Zink with premium paper bundle
KODAK Step Instant Photo Printer with Bluetooth/NFC
- Type
- Photo
- Wireless
- Yes
$104.36 price as of 2026-10-05 20:57 UTC (Details)
This Step Instant model includes Kodak 2x3 Premium Zink Photo Paper, which distinguishes it from bundles that stay silent on paper grade. It is the second entry in this list to name both Bluetooth and NFC.
Pros
- Premium 2x3 Zink paper included
- Bluetooth and NFC both stated in the listing
- Zink Zero Ink technology
Cons
- Pink finish same as the other pink Step bundle here
- Paper count is not stated in the listing
Good fit if
- Users who want premium Zink paper included with the printer
- People who value Bluetooth and NFC for direct phone printing
Skip if
- Those who want a different color than pink
- Anyone who needs a paper sheet count stated
Verdict: The Step Instant with premium paper is the pick for users who want a higher grade Zink paper.
8 Best scrapbook bundle
Kodak Step Wireless Photo Printer 2x3 inches Zink Paper Technology &
- Type
- Photo
- Wireless
- Yes
$149.99 price as of 2026-10-05 20:57 UTC (Details)
The listing ties this 2x3 Step printer to a scrapbook bundle, making it the entry aimed at craft and journal projects. It states wireless connectivity and Zink paper technology.
Pros
- Scrapbook bundle contents
- 2x3 size fits sticker and journal use
- Wireless connectivity stated
- Zink paper technology
Cons
- Same Zink 2x3 output as other Step models
- Print quality depends on the Zink paper, not stated beyond the genre
Good fit if
- Scrapbook and journal makers who want a matching bundle
- People who want a 2x3 Zink printer with wireless
Skip if
- Those who need a larger print size
- Anyone who prefers an ink-based technology
Verdict: The blue Step with scrapbook bundle is the pick for scrapbook and journal projects.
9 Best slim Zink Step
KODAK Step Slim Instant Mobile Photo Printer
- Type
- Photo
$114.36 price as of 2026-10-05 20:57 UTC (Details)
The Step Slim is the thinnest-named model in the Step family here, printing 2x3 photos on Zink paper and working with iOS and Android devices. Its listing emphasizes the slim body over the bulkier Step entries.
Pros
- Slim form factor in the Step line
- 2x3 Zink printing on plain Zink paper
- iOS and Android support stated in the listing
Cons
- Wireless is implied but not explicitly stated
- Paper bundle is not stated in the listing
Good fit if
- People who want the thinnest Step printer for carrying
- Those who want 2x3 Zink prints on plain paper
Skip if
- Anyone who needs explicit wireless confirmation
- Those who want a paper bundle included
Verdict: The Step Slim is the pick for those who want the slimmest Zink printer in the Step line.
10 Best instant photo bundle with frames
The Smile printer arrives as a photo frames bundle, which no other pick in this list includes. Its listing does not state the print technology, paper size, or connectivity, so it stands on the bundled frames and the Smile form factor.
Pros
- Photo frames bundle included
- Compact instant printer design
- Black and white finish available
Cons
- Print technology is not stated by the seller
- Paper size is not stated by the seller
- Connectivity is not stated by the seller
Good fit if
- People who want a photo frames bundle for instant printing
- Users who want a compact instant printer for quick prints
Skip if
- Those who need a stated print technology
- Anyone who needs wireless or paper size information
Verdict: The Smile with photo frames bundle is the pick for instant prints with a frames bundle.
Specifications side by side
| # | Printer | Type | Color | Prints, scans and copies | Wireless | Two-sided printing | Fax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | KODAK Dock Plus 4x6 Photo Printer | Photo | not stated | not stated | not stated | not stated | not stated |
| 2 | KODAK Mini 2 Retro 2x3 Portable Photo Printer | Photo | not stated | not stated | not stated | not stated | not stated |
| 3 | KODAK Step Printer Wireless Mobile Photo Printer | Photo | not stated | not stated | Yes | not stated | not stated |
| 4 | Kodak Step Instant Smartphone Photo Printer | Photo | Color | not stated | Yes | not stated | not stated |
| 5 | KODAK Step Instant Photo Printer with Bluetooth/NFC | Photo | not stated | not stated | Yes | not stated | not stated |
| 6 | KODAK Step Wireless Mobile Photo Mini Printer | not stated | not stated | not stated | Yes | not stated | not stated |
| 7 | KODAK Step Instant Photo Printer with Bluetooth/NFC | Photo | not stated | not stated | Yes | not stated | not stated |
| 8 | Kodak Step Wireless Photo Printer 2x3 inches Zink Paper Technology & | Photo | not stated | not stated | Yes | not stated | not stated |
| 9 | KODAK Step Slim Instant Mobile Photo Printer | Photo | not stated | not stated | not stated | not stated | not stated |
| 10 | Kodak Smile Instant Digital Printer | not stated | not stated | not stated | not stated | not stated | not stated |
How the picks were chosen
We started from a pool of 10 Kodak printers listed in the catalog on the day this guide was written. Because the group is small, every printer in the pool is covered. We shortlisted on three things: the print format (4x6 versus 2x3), the technology named in the listing (4PASS or Zink), and the connectivity stated (wireless, Bluetooth, or NFC). We also separated bundles by their included paper so no two entries are identical. Prices on this page are read live from the store listing and carry their own clock time; nobody at this site has tested any of these units, and claims here are limited to what the listing or the linked sources state.
Picking the right one for you
Pick a photo size first: 4x6 or 2x3
Every printer in this list prints a fixed size. The Dock Plus is the only one that outputs 4x6 photos, the classic snapshot size that fits standard frames and albums. The other nine picks print 2x3 prints, which are closer to wallet size and work well for stickers, scrapbooks and instant camera style output. Decide where the prints will go before you compare anything else.
Understand 4PASS versus Zink technology
Two printers here, the Dock Plus and the Mini 2 Retro, use 4PASS, a ribbon based process that layers colors and then applies a protective overcoat. The six Step models and the Smile use Zink, a zero-ink process where color is embedded in the paper and developed by heat. Zink removes the need for cartridges but the prints do not get the same protective layer that 4PASS adds. Check the listing of each pick to see which technology is named; two entries in this list do not state their technology.
Check connectivity: wireless, Bluetooth or NFC
Connectivity is stated unevenly across the pool. Wireless is named on the Step Printer, the Step Instant Smartphone bundle, the Step Wireless Mobile Photo Mini, and the Step Blue scrapbook model. Bluetooth and NFC both appear on the two pink Step Instant entries. The Dock Plus, the Mini 2 Retro, the Step Slim and the Smile do not state their wireless capability in the listing. If you plan to print straight from a phone, choose a model whose connectivity matches your device.
Look at what paper comes in the box
Paper bundles differ sharply here. The Dock Plus includes 50 sheets, the Mini 2 Retro includes 38, the Step Instant Smartphone bundle includes 75, and the Step Instant with premium paper includes Kodak 2x3 Premium Zink paper. Other entries list a Go bundle, a scrapbook bundle or a photo frames bundle without a sheet count. Since Zink paper is consumable and must match the printer, a larger or premium bundle can lower the number of refills you need at the start.
Consider energy use and what happens when you upgrade
The ENERGY STAR program certifies imaging equipment that saves energy in working and sleep states, and it recommends keeping factory default power settings engaged. If you replace an older photo printer, the EPA suggests recycling used electronics through a donation or recycling program rather than throwing them away. Those two guidelines apply to any printer on this page.
Know which specs are missing
Two entries in this pool, the Step Wireless Mobile Photo Mini and the Smile, do not state their print technology or paper size in the listing. The Dock Plus and the Mini 2 Retro do not state wireless connectivity, and several bundles do not give a sheet count. When a spec is missing, the page says not stated by the seller. If that spec matters to you, confirm it with the seller before ordering.
Questions
What photo sizes do Kodak printers print?
In this list, one printer prints 4x6 photos: the KODAK Dock Plus. The other nine picks print 2x3 photos. The 2x3 size is common for wallet prints, stickers and scrapbook use, while 4x6 matches standard photo frames and albums. The Mini 2 Retro, all the Step models and the Smile all fall into the 2x3 group, though two of the listings do not state the size.
What is the difference between 4PASS and Zink?
4PASS is a ribbon based printing method that lays down color in layers and then applies a protective overcoat, which seals the print. Zink is a zero-ink technology where the color is embedded in special paper and developed by heat, so there are no cartridges to replace. In this list the Dock Plus and the Mini 2 Retro use 4PASS, while six Step models use Zink. Two entries do not state their technology.
Do Zink printers need ink cartridges?
No. Zink paper contains dye crystals in the paper itself, and the printer develops the color with heat. You buy Zink paper in the matching size, and that paper is the only consumable. The trade-off is that Zink prints do not receive the same protective layer that a 4PASS printer applies, so they are more exposed to moisture and scratches.
Do these printers need Wi-Fi to print from a phone?
Not necessarily. Several listings state wireless connectivity, which usually means the printer and your phone join the same network. Two Step Instant entries state Bluetooth and NFC, which let you print directly to the printer without a shared Wi-Fi network. Some models in this list do not state their connectivity at all, so check the listing before buying if you plan to print solely from a phone.
Which Kodak printer prints the largest photos in this list?
The KODAK Dock Plus 4x6 Photo Printer is the only pick here that prints 4x6 photos. Every other printer in the pool prints 2x3 photos or does not state its format. If you want standard snapshot size prints for frames, the Dock Plus is the only option in this list that delivers it.
Revision notes
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