Over the past few years, the best compact printers have gotten a little smarter. Whereas printers used to be plugged into home computers to enable them to print, many now work wirelessly and can even connect directly to smartphones and tablets to print directly from these smart devices.
Some compact printers can also print via voice commands, and many are now compatible with things like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. The HP OfficeJet 250 - our top overall pick - has this feature.
The fact that some printers are able to operate via a rechargeable battery makes them truly portable, and it enhances their smart WiFi features. In theory, a printer that has smartphone printing built-in and operates via a rechargeable battery could be taken to any location and used to print off documents from your phone immediately. It is ideal for anyone who travels for work, for example.