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HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e Printer Review

Tested using Methodology v1.2
Review updated Dec 08, 2023 at 02:35 pm
Latest change: Retest Apr 05, 2024 at 09:33 am
HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e Picture
8.1
Family
8.3
Small/Home Office
8.7
Student
8.3
Black & White
7.7
Photo
6.4
Color Quality
8.5
Document Quality
7.8
Scanner
8.1
Speed

The HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e is a color inkjet printer designed for small or home offices. It's identical to the HP OfficeJet Pro 9015 in features and performance; however, it comes with six months of ink through HP+, HP's ink subscription service. It uses four ink cartridges (CMYK) and is compatible with HP's 962 and 962XL cartridges. Its connectivity options include USB, Wi-Fi, and Ethernet, and it can print directly off a USB flash drive. It has an ADF-equipped scanner with automatic dual-pass duplex scanning capability and software-based optical character recognition. This printer is part of the HP OfficeJet 9010e series of all-in-ones, which includes many regional and retailer-specific variants. You can see all the variants in the Differences Between Variants section.

Our Verdict

8.1 Family

The HP 9015e is great for family use. It has a wide range of connectivity options, making it easy for every household member to access. It produces sharp documents and prints quickly at up to 15 black or 14 color pages per minute. As for photo printing, printed pictures look detailed and reasonably color-accurate but quite grainy. The ink cartridges yield a large number of prints, so you won't have to worry about high ownership costs. It has an ADF-equipped scanner with duplex scanning; however, the lid hinges don't extend, making it hard to close the lid over thicker items like textbooks.

Pros
  • High page yield, low cost-per-print.
  • Photos look detailed.
  • Wide connectivity options.
  • Reasonably color-accurate.
  • Produces high-quality black and color documents.
Cons
  • Requires occasional maintenance tasks to prevent clogging.
  • Photos look grainy.
8.3 Small/Home Office

The HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e is great for small or home office use. Its black and color page yields are great, so a low ink warning won't often interrupt your print jobs. You only need to worry about typical inkjet maintenance routines like printhead cleaning. It produces sharp documents, prints quickly at up to 15 black or 14 color pages per minute, and supports automatic double-sided printing. Its ADF-equipped scanner supports duplex scanning; however, the scan quality is just okay, as the image processing tends to remove finer details and watermarks.

Pros
  • High page yield, low cost-per-print.
  • Automatic document feeder with duplex scanning.
  • Great overall printing speed.
  • Produces high-quality black and color documents.
Cons
  • Scanner's image processing removes fine details and watermarks.
  • Requires occasional maintenance tasks to prevent clogging.
8.7 Student

The HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e is an excellent printer for students. You can connect to the printer via USB, Wi-Fi, or Ethernet and print directly from a USB flash drive. It produces sharp documents, prints quickly at up to 15 black or 14 color pages per minute, and doesn't cost much to maintain due to its high page yield. It has an ADF-equipped scanner with duplex scanning; however, the lid hinges don't extend, so you may have a hard time closing the lid over thicker items like textbooks.

Pros
  • High page yield, low cost-per-print.
  • Wide connectivity options.
  • Great overall printing speed.
  • Produces high-quality black and color documents.
Cons
  • Requires occasional maintenance tasks to prevent clogging.
8.3 Black & White

The HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e is very good for black-and-white printing. The black page yield is very good, and the ink cartridge is cheap, so you don't have to worry about spending too much on replacement ink. You can also get an XL ink cartridge that'll yield even more prints. It produces sharp documents, prints up to 15 pages per minute, and supports automatic duplex printing. The scanner can process double-sided documents through its ADF; however, the scan quality is only okay, as the image processing tends to remove finer details.

Pros
  • High page yield, low cost-per-print.
  • Great overall printing speed.
  • Produces high-quality black and color documents.
Cons
  • Scanner's image processing removes fine details and watermarks.
  • Requires occasional maintenance tasks to prevent clogging.
7.7 Photo

The HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e is good for printing photos. Printed photos look very detailed and reasonably color-accurate; however, the printer doesn't have a particularly wide color range, and there's lots of grain in the pictures, causing the loss of some fine details. It prints pretty quickly, taking only 40 seconds to produce a 4" x 6" picture, so you won't have to wait long when printing in bulk. Its ink cartridges yield a large number of prints, and they aren't overly expensive, making it cheap to maintain over time, even if you print a lot.

Pros
  • High page yield, low cost-per-print.
  • Photos look detailed.
  • Prints photos very quickly.
  • Reasonably color-accurate.
Cons
  • Photos look grainy.
  • Doesn't support 2" x 3" photo format.
6.4 Color Quality

Pros
  • High page yield, low cost-per-print.
Cons
8.5 Document Quality

Pros
  • High page yield, low cost-per-print.
Cons
7.8 Scanner

Pros
  • High page yield, low cost-per-print.
Cons
8.1 Speed

Pros
  • High page yield, low cost-per-print.
Cons
9.1 Recurring Costs

Pros
  • High page yield, low cost-per-print.
Cons
  • 8.1 Family
  • 8.3 Small/Home Office
  • 8.7 Student
  • 8.3 Black & White
  • 7.7 Photo

Performance Usages

  • 6.4 Color Quality
  • 8.5 Document Quality
  • 7.8 Scanner
  • 8.1 Speed
  • 9.1 Recurring Costs
  1. Updated Apr 05, 2024: We've retested the printer and changed the 'Color Ink Needed For Black & White' in the Black & White Documents section from 'No' to 'Yes.' This change doesn't affect the score.
  2. Updated Dec 08, 2023: We've updated the review to improve clarity and readability.
  3. Updated Dec 14, 2022: We've updated the review and added more information in the Black and White Documents, Color Documents, and Small Details boxes.
  4. Updated Aug 25, 2022: Converted to Test Bench 1.2.
  5. Updated Jul 04, 2022: Converted to Test Bench 1.1.
  6. Updated Mar 01, 2022: Corrected 'Width When In Use' measurement. Changed 'Duplex Scanning' from "Yes" to "Automatic (Dual-Pass)".
  7. Updated Jan 26, 2022: Reshot and updated the 'In Use Picture'.
  8. Updated Jan 12, 2022: Adjusted Photo Printing Quality score for consistency with other reviews.
  9. Updated Dec 22, 2021: Updated review for accuracy and clarity.
  10. Updated Dec 14, 2021: Converted to Test Bench 1.0.
  11. Updated Feb 24, 2021: Review published.
  12. Updated Feb 19, 2021: Early access published.
  13. Updated Feb 16, 2021: Our testers have started testing this product.
  14. Updated Feb 12, 2021: The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.
  15. Updated Feb 05, 2021: We've purchased the product and are waiting for it to arrive in our lab.

Differences Between Sizes And Variants

We tested the HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e in white. It's the same printer as the HP OfficeJet Pro 9015, but six months of ink through HP+, HP's ink subscription service. It's part of HP's OfficeJet 9010e series of all-in-one printers, which includes many variants. All the variants have identical features and performance; the model number simply changes depending on the region and retailer.

Model Region Exclusive Retailer Product Number
OfficeJet 9010e Asia, UK, Australia   22A60D, 257G3A, 257G4B
OfficeJet 9012e US, Europe   22A55B, 22A63D, 22A64B
OfficeJet 9014e Europe   22A56B
OfficeJet 9015e North America   1G5L3A, 22A57B
OfficeJet 9018e North America Costco, Sam's Club 1G5L5A, 1G5L6A
OfficeJet 9019e Europe   22A59B

You can see our unit's label here.

Compared To Other Printers

The HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e is a great printer for home offices. It's similar to the HP OfficeJet Pro 9015 and the HP OfficeJet Pro 9025, with a high page yield and fast printing speeds. However, cheaper options are available with an even higher page yield, like the Brother MFC-J4335DW.

For more options, check out our recommendations for the best home printers, the best office printers, and the best inkjet printers.

HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e

The HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e and the HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e are similar printers, but the 9105e performs slightly better overall. The 9015e has a faster print speed and marginally quicker scan speed, and it produces nicer-looking photos as it does a better job reproducing small details. Although print quality is comparable, the 9125e does have a slightly higher page yield.

HP OfficeJet Pro 8025e [8022e, 8028e, 8035e]

The HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e is better than the HP OfficeJet Pro 8025e. The 9015e has a much higher page yield and a lower cost-per-print. It also prints faster and can process double-sided scans. On the other hand, the 8025e produces higher quality black and color documents, and its scanner picks up finer details.

Epson EcoTank ET-2850

The HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e is better than the Epson EcoTank ET-2850. The HP feels better built, has a larger touch-sensitive display, and is capable of printing sharper, more detailed documents substantially faster. The HP is also a faster scanner capable of automatically processing double-sided documents. On the other hand, the Epson is the better buy for value-conscious consumers, as its supertank design allows for a much greater page yield. Combined with the relatively inexpensive ink refills, the cost-per-print is significantly less than the HP.

HP ENVY Inspire 7955e

The HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e is much better than the HP ENVY Inspire 7955e. The OfficeJet 9015e yields significantly more pages at a much cheaper cost-per-print, prints much faster, and prints better-looking photos. Also, it has an Ethernet port and can print directly from USB flash drives. Although both printers have an ADF, the 9015e processes sheets faster and supports automatic dual-pass duplex scanning.

HP OfficeJet Pro 7740

The HP OfficeJet Pro 7740 and the HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e are both all-in-one color inkjet printers meant for small or home offices, but the 7740 has a larger flatbed scanner and can print on wide, tabloid-format paper. Also, the 7740 produces higher-quality documents, and its ADF can duplex scan in one pass, whereas the 9015e needs two passes. However, the 9015e has much faster print speeds as well as a slightly better color page yield and cost-per-print.

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e

The HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e and the HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e are very similar inkjet printers. They have nearly identical page yields and cost-per-prints, as well as the same connectivity options and scanner features. However, the 9025e holds double the amount of paper thanks to its second input tray. It also takes less time to warm up and produces higher-quality black and color documents. Both models are HP+ printers and come with six months of free ink through the HP Instant Ink service.

HP OfficeJet 8015e

The HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e is a higher-end version of the HP OfficeJet 8015e with better performance and more features. The 9015e has a sturdier build, a nicer display, Ethernet connectivity, and duplex scanning. It prints and scans faster than the 8015e, and its ink cartridges yield significantly more prints, resulting in less frequent maintenance and lower recurring costs.

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Test Results

perceptual testing image
Design
8.0
Design
Build Quality
Type All in One

The HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e feels very well-built, with a sturdy plastic body. The ink cartridges are in a movable cartridge bay that feels sluggish to move, but the lid to the bay feels well-made. The power cord is detachable, making it easy to replace if damaged.

Design
Dimensions
Height 11.0" (28.0 cm)
Width 17.3" (44.0 cm)
Depth 14.8" (37.5 cm)
Height When In Use
11.0" (28.0 cm)
Width When In Use
18.1" (46.0 cm)
Depth When In Use
21.5" (54.6 cm)
Weight
21.1 lbs (9.6 kg)
6.5
Design
Expected Maintenance
Ink Related Maintenance
Expected
Drum Unit
No Drum Unit

This printer requires a fair amount of maintenance, as, like most inkjet printers, the printheads can clog if left unused for an extended period. If you experience clogging, it has a few built-in maintenance functions to help resolve the issue, like printhead cleaning, printhead alignment, and smear cleaning. The ink cartridges yield a large number of prints, so you won't need to replace them often. When you do, you can easily access the cartridges through the front panel, though the printer needs to be on for the process. You can also access the sheet rollers via the front panel and move the cartridge carriage to the side to get to paper jams, but we don't expect jams to be a frequent issue.

You can see the user guide here.

8.0
Design
Display Screen
Display Screen Yes
Display Screen Size
2.7" (6.8 cm)
Touchscreen Yes

The display is great. It's touch-sensitive and has an easy-to-navigate settings menu with audible feedback. There are also capacitive navigation buttons at the bottom when the screen is on. You can tilt the screen to make it easier to see when standing.

8.6
Design
Cartridge
Technology Inkjet
SuperTank
No
Photo Cartridge
No
Color Yes
Number Of Color Cartridges
3
Black Cartridge Model
HP 962 Black
Tested Black Page Yield
60 prints
Estimated Black Page Yield
1,140 prints
Color Cartridge Model
HP 962 C/M/Y
Tested Color Page Yield
32 prints
Estimated Color Page Yield
733 prints
Third Party Cartridge
Purchased One Worked
Ink Type
Pigment
High Yield Cartridge
Yes

The HP 9015e has an excellent cartridge system. Whether you're printing in black and white or color, it prints a great number of pages before running out of ink. It's compatible with HP 962XL high-yield cartridges for better page yields, as well as third-party cartridges. For a similarly-priced printer that yields even more pages, check out the Brother MFC-J4535DW.

9.0
Design
Scanner Features
Scanner
ADF + Flatbed
ADF Capacity
35 pages
Scan Speed
10 PPM
Duplex Scanning
Automatic (Dual-Pass)
Max Flatbed Scan Size
8.5" x 11"
Max ADF Scan Size
8.5" x 14"
Flatbed Hinge Adjustability
0.00" (0 mm)
Fax
Yes
Copy
Yes
OCR Included
Software

The HP 9018e has outstanding scanning features. The automatic document feeder automatically processes double-sided sheets, albeit only in two passes, meaning you need to flip the pages manually when prompted. Its OCR (optical character recognition) feature lets you save scanned documents as PDF files so you can easily search for keywords. It makes mistakes occasionally, but mostly when special characters are in the text. Unfortunately, the flatbed's lid hinges don't extend, making it hard to close the lid over thicker items like textbooks.

6.5
Design
Scan Quality
Max Scan Resolution
1,200 DPI
Max Scan Color Depth
24Bit

The scanner's scan quality is okay. Text looks clear, and colors are reasonably accurate; however, the image processing removes some finer details and watermarks, like the lines in the graph and the background SAMPLE text.

Design
In The Box

  • User manual
  • Power cable
  • Starter cartridges:
    • 1x HP 962 black setup cartridge
    • 1x HP 962 cyan setup cartridge
    • 1x HP 962 magenta setup cartridge
    • 1x HP 962 yellow setup cartridge

Design
Battery
Advertised Battery Life
N/A
Tested Charging Time
N/A
Document
8.5
Document
Black & White Documents
Color Ink Needed For Black & White
Yes

The print quality of black and white documents is excellent. Text looks sharp, and fine details, like the lines in the graph, are present. There are some vertical lines and smearing; however, they disappear when you print in the High-Quality mode.

8.5
Document
Color Documents

The print quality of color documents is excellent. All elements are present, and the colors look vibrant. Again, there are some vertical lines, but they disappear when you print in the High-Quality mode.

9.1
Document
Cost-Per-Print
Black Cartridge Price
32.99 US$
Color Cartridge Price
63.99 US$
Black-Only Printing Cost
0.029 US$/print
Color Printing Cost
0.087 US$/print
Photo Printing Cost
0.222 US$/print
Ink Subscription
Optional

This printer's cost-per-print is remarkably low. Thanks to their high page yield, you won't have to replace the ink cartridges often, so printing costs remain low over time. This printer comes with a six-month subscription to HP's ink subscription service, which automatically mails new cartridges to you whenever the printer is low on ink. However, subscribing to the service will prevent you from using third-party cartridges, even if you cancel your subscription.

8.1
Document
Printing Speed
Black Only Text Document
15 PPM
Color Document
14 PPM
Photo Printing Time
40.0 s
Single Page Out Time (Black Only)
11.1 s
Duplex Printing
Automatic
Input Tray Capacity
250 pages

The printing speed is great. It prints color pages very quickly, so it can easily get color-coded graphs and reports out in no time. It also takes a very short time to print photos. It has a single input tray that holds 250 pages, but its output tray can only hold 60 sheets at a time, so you'll need to clear it if you have a very large print job. If you want a similar printer with a larger tray capacity, check out the HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e. It has a second input tray that also holds 250 sheets, while its output tray holds up to 100 sheets.

Document
Document Printing Sizes
Letter (8.5" x 11") Yes
Legal (8.5" x 14") Yes
Tabloid (11" x 17") No
A6 (105mm x 148mm) Yes
A5 (148mm x 210mm) Yes
A4 (210mm x 297mm) Yes
Max Paper Weight
280 g/m²
Photo
6.0
Photo
Color Gamut

The HP OfficeJet Pro 9018e has a mediocre color gamut. Bright greens look darker than they ought to, while blacks have a reddish tint. Additionally, very light color tints come out looking almost completely white. There's a lot of grain in gradients between colors that can be noticeable in some photos.

6.8
Photo
Color Accuracy
Average Color dE
6.52

The color accuracy is okay. It's fine for casual photo printing but not ideal for professional-level work. Like most printers, it struggles most with reproducing blues.

8.5
Photo
Small Details
Max Print Resolution (DPI)
4800 x 1200

This printer reproduces small details well. Small, distant objects are easily identifiable, though the contrast could be better, as it would help define the edges of objects.

9.5
Photo
Photo Printing Sizes
Glossy Paper (4" x 6") Yes
Glossy Paper (5" x 7") Yes
Glossy Paper (8" x 10") Yes
Glossy Paper (8.5" x 11") Yes
Glossy Paper (13" x 19") No
Borderless Printing
Yes
Mobile App And Connectivity
9.0
Mobile App And Connectivity
Connectivity
Ethernet
Yes
USB Input To Computer
Yes
Wireless
Yes
Bluetooth
No
Wi-Fi via Router
Yes
Wi-Fi Direct
Yes
External Storage Support
Yes
Apple AirPrint
Yes
Mopria Print Service
Yes

This printer can print directly from a USB flash drive. The USB port is on the left side of the printer near the front.

10
Mobile App And Connectivity
Mobile App
Mobile App Yes
App Name HP Smart
iOS Yes
Android Yes
Photo (JPEG, PNG)
Android and iOS
PDF
Android and iOS
Microsoft Office Files
iOS Only
Text Files (TXT)
iOS Only
Webpages (HTML)
iOS Only

The HP Smart mobile app is superb. You can print photos and documents, scan the flatbed remotely or scan using your phone camera, send mobile faxes, and manage your HP Instant Ink subscription. You can't print Microsoft Office files, text files, and webpages directly from the app on Android devices, so you'll have to print them from whichever app you use to view those files.

Mobile App And Connectivity
OS Compatibility
Windows Fully
macOS Fully
Chrome OS Fully

Although this printer is fully compatible with all operating systems, you may need to install the app to get full functionality, depending on the OS. The HP Smart app isn't necessary on Windows, but it makes it easier to access some functions. On Chrome OS, you need to add the printer manually using its IP address if you aren't using the HP Smart app, and even then, you'd only be able to print. The HP Smart app (from the Google Play Store) allows you to set up the printer easily and use its features. You can print and scan without installing any apps or drivers on Macs.