HP Color Laser MFP 178nw Printer – Print, Copy, Scan, 600×600 DPI, 18ppm Black, 4ppm Colour, Wi‑Fi, Ethernet, Compact Design

HP Color Laser MFP 178nw – World’s Smallest Colour Laser in Its Class

The HP Color Laser MFP 178nw is a compact multifunction printer designed for home offices and small businesses. With sharp black text and vibrant colour graphics, it delivers uncompromising laser quality at an affordable price. Featuring wireless and Ethernet connectivity, mobile printing support, and a simple control panel, it’s built for productivity in tight spaces.

Key Features

• Functions: Print, copy, scan.

• Print speed: Up to 18ppm black, 4ppm colour (A4).

• Print quality: 600×600 dpi resolution.

• Copying: Up to 18cpm black, 4cpm colour, up to 999 copies.

• Scanning: Flatbed CIS scanner, 600dpi optical resolution, enhanced up to 19,200dpi.

• Connectivity: USB 2.0, Ethernet, Wi‑Fi, Wi‑Fi Direct, AirPrint, Mopria, Google Cloud Print.

• Paper handling: 150‑sheet input tray, 50‑sheet output bin.

• Display: 2‑line LCD control panel.

• Cartridges: HP 117A toner cartridges (Black ~1,000 pages, Colour ~700 pages each).

• Design: Compact build, 12.94kg weight.

• Warranty: 1‑year manufacturer warranty.

Quick Specs

Advantages

• Compact design – world’s smallest colour laser in its class.

• Sharp black text and vibrant colour graphics.

• Affordable multifunction performance.

• Mobile printing support across multiple platforms.

• Simple setup with HP Smart App.

Limitations & Risks

• Slower colour print speed (4ppm).

• Manual duplex printing only.

• No fax functionality.

• Duty cycle capped at 20,000 pages/month.

Best Use Cases

• Home offices needing compact colour laser printing.

• Students requiring reliable scanning and copying.

• Small businesses looking for affordable multifunction colour printing.