HP Smart Tank 581 All-in-One Printer – Print / Copy / Scan, Wireless, Ink Tank System, Borderless Colour Printing
The HP Smart Tank 581 (4A8D4A) is an all-in-one colour ink tank printer built for high-volume, low-cost printing needs. Designed for home users, students, and small businesses, it offers vibrant colour output, wireless connectivity, and mobile printing support via the HP Smart App. The refillable ink system delivers up to 6,000 black or 6,000 colour pages per refill, making it highly economical. With borderless printing, fast setup, and spill-free ink bottles, it’s perfect for everyday use.
Price Table
Model |
Specifications |
Price (KSh) |
HP Smart Tank 581 |
Colour ink tank, print/copy/scan, wireless, mobile printing, borderless printing |
23,000 – 30,000 |
Specifications Table
Feature |
Details |
Model |
HP Smart Tank 581 All-in-One (4A8D4A) |
Functions |
Print, Copy, Scan |
Print Technology |
Thermal Inkjet (Ink Tank System) |
Print Speed |
Up to 12 ppm (black), 5 ppm (colour) |
Print Resolution |
Up to 1200 x 1200 rendered dpi (black), 4800 x 1200 optimised (colour) |
Duplex Printing |
Manual |
Scanner Type |
Flatbed |
Scan Resolution |
Up to 1200 dpi |
Borderless Printing |
Yes (up to A4) |
Input Capacity |
100-sheet input tray |
Output Capacity |
30-sheet output tray |
Display |
Icon LCD with control buttons |
Connectivity |
USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct |
Monthly Duty Cycle |
Up to 3,000 pages (recommended: 400–800 pages) |
Ink System |
Refillable bottles (HP GT53/GT52 series) |
Ink Yields |
Up to 6,000 black / 6,000 colour pages per full refill set |
Dimensions/Weight |
Approx. 434 × 361 × 158 mm; ~4.6 kg |
Supported OS |
Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, HP Smart App, Apple AirPrint, Mopria |
Target Users
Home Offices – Great for users needing high-volume, affordable printing with colour capabilities.
Students & Families – Perfect for schoolwork, assignments, and everyday home printing.
Small Businesses – Ideal for printing flyers, invoices, reports, and marketing materials.
Budget-Conscious Users – Designed for low running costs with high ink yields and no cartridges.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
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Refillable ink tank system with ultra-low running costs
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High page yields (up to 6,000 pages) per refill
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Wireless & mobile printing via HP Smart App
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Borderless colour printing up to A4
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Easy, spill-free ink refilling system
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Compact and modern design for home or small office setups
Cons:
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No ADF (Automatic Document Feeder)
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Manual duplex printing (not automatic)
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Slower colour print speeds
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Basic LCD display (not a touchscreen)
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No fax function (print/scan/copy only)
FAQs
Q1: What is the price of the HP Smart Tank 581 in Kenya?
A: The price ranges between KSh 23,000 and 30,000, depending on the seller and whether ink bottles are bundled.
Q2: Is the ink refillable?
A: Yes, it uses refillable ink bottles with spill-free technology for easy maintenance.
Q3: Does it support wireless printing?
A: Yes, it has Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, and works with HP Smart App, AirPrint, and Mopria.
Q4: What is the ink yield?
A: Up to 6,000 black or 6,000 colour pages per full ink set.
HP Smart Tank 581 – High-Yield All-in-One Printer for Cost-Efficient Home and Office Printing
The HP Smart Tank 581 All-in-One Printer (4A8D4A) is a high-efficiency ink tank printer designed for users who demand excellent print quality, ultra-low running costs, and multifunction convenience. Perfect for home users, students, and small business owners, this all-in-one device combines print, scan, and copy functions in a compact, modern design. With reliable ink tank technology, it can deliver up to 6,000 black or 8,000 color pages from the ink included in the box, making it an ideal solution for high-volume printing without the constant need for cartridge replacements.
HP Smart Tank 581 – Seamless Wireless Printing and Smart Mobile Connectivity
Equipped with dual-band Wi-Fi®, USB 2.0, and Bluetooth® LE, the HP Smart Tank 581 provides flexible, reliable connectivity across multiple devices. It supports mobile printing through the HP Smart App, Apple AirPrint®, Mopria™, and Wi-Fi Direct®, allowing users to print, scan, and manage tasks directly from smartphones and tablets. Whether you're working from home or on the move, the printer keeps you connected with cloud-based scanning and remote print management features that enhance productivity without tying you to a single workstation.
HP Smart Tank 581 – Compact Design with Easy Ink Management and User-Friendly Controls
Sleek and space-saving, the Smart Tank 581 is designed to fit comfortably in home offices, dorm rooms, or small business setups. Its spill-free ink refill system ensures clean, simple, and error-free replenishment, while transparent ink tanks let you easily monitor levels at a glance. The printer features an intuitive control panel with smart buttons that light up only when needed, helping streamline operations for users of all experience levels. With a 100-sheet input tray and support for various paper sizes and types, it handles daily printing needs with ease and flexibility.
HP Smart Tank 581 – Brilliant Print Quality with Ultra-Low Cost Per Page
Built for economy without sacrificing quality, the HP Smart Tank 581 delivers sharp text, vivid color graphics, and borderless photo prints—all at a very low cost per page. Its pigment-based black ink ensures crisp, smudge-resistant documents, while dye-based color inks produce eye-catching visuals perfect for creative projects or marketing materials. The included ink bottles can last for months before needing a refill, drastically reducing total cost of ownership. Whether you're printing school assignments, business reports, or colorful flyers, the 581 ensures you get professional-looking results without breaking the bank.
Accurate delivery estimates are displayed on the product page and in the Checkout before you confirm your order.
Delivery estimates take into consideration both the delivery address and the types of products being ordered.
The remainder of this article discusses delivery times in more general terms.
Same Day Delivery / For Customers in Nairobi Metropolitan Area
We use Courier for these orders, which allows fast and reliable delivery to destinations across their comprehensive domestic network. Orders placed between 7 Am and 5 Pm will be delivered the same day otherwise they will be delivered the following day. Delivery times vary depending on a product's stock status and the intended delivery address. For very large orders, we may be forced to use Mainfreight as these orders lie outside of what Courier Rider services can handle. If your order is being shipped with Mainfreight, this will be indicated in your fulfilment email along with a tracking number.
Overnight Delivery
Most In stock products are delivered overnight anywhere in Kenya – provided the order is placed before the advertised cut-off time. Our Overnight Delivery cut-off is usually 4:30pm Monday to Friday, however, this is updated daily and the expected shipping date will be shown for you on the product page. Larger products take an additional 1–2 days to be delivered.
Evening Express Delivery
Same Day Delivery is available to Nairobi & its suburbs. Same Day Delivery orders are delivered between 4pm and 7pm in the evening on the same day your order is dispatched.
If you are ordering on a business day and before the cutoff time, the option will be called “Same Day Delivery”. If you are ordering after the cutoff time or on a weekend or public holiday, the option will be called “Evening Express Delivery”. And May incur extra Costs other than the standard shipping fee.