The HP LaserJet 179fnw is a compact, wireless multifunction printer designed for home offices and small businesses, offering sharp text, crisp colour graphics, and mobile printing via the HP Smart App. It balances affordability with essential features like printing, scanning, copying, and faxing, though it lacks duplex printing and has modest colour speeds.
Key Features
Compact design: Marketed as the world’s smallest in-class multifunction printer, ideal for tight workspaces.
Wireless connectivity: Supports Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and USB, with self-healing Wi-Fi for more stable connections.
Mobile printing: Print and scan directly from your phone or tablet using the HP Smart App.
Multifunction capability: Handles printing, scanning, copying, and faxing with a 40-page automatic document feeder (ADF).
Print speeds: Up to 19 ppm black and 4 ppm colour.
Output quality: Produces sharp text, bold blacks, and clear colour graphics.
Quick Specs
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Print Technology | Laser |
| Output | Colour |
| Max Speed (Black) | 18–19 ppm |
| Max Speed (Colour) | 4 ppm |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB |
| Special Feature | Self-healing Wi-Fi |
| Weight | 14.08 kg |
| Model | HP 179fnw (4ZB97A#B19) |
Affordable price point compared to other colour laser MFPs.
Easy setup guided by the HP Smart App.
Compact footprint makes it suitable for small desks or home offices.
Hands-free productivity with the 40-page ADF.
Limitations & Risks
No duplex printing (manual double-sided only).
Slower colour speeds (4 ppm may feel limiting for graphics-heavy tasks).
Mixed user reviews: Some report Wi-Fi connectivity issues and occasional paper jams.
Not ideal for high-volume printing due to modest speed and paper handling.
Best Use Cases
Home office: Reliable for everyday documents and occasional colour prints.
Small business: Suitable for light workloads where compact size and wireless access matter.
Mobile printing: Great for users who rely on smartphones or tablets for quick tasks.