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It used to be enough having an all-in-one printer in the office but with so many people working from home and bringing work home with them, it’s also an essential tool to have in your home office. With so many on the market, it can be overwhelming to choose the right one for you.
Today, we will be looking at the Canon Pixma TS8020 vs Canon Pixma TS9020. We will compare all of their features like appearance, connectivity, and printing quality. We will include a side-by-side chart and some pros and cons to help decide which is the better all-in-one printer.
As the names imply, the Canon Pixma TS8020 and the Canon Pixma TS9020 are incredibly similar. First, we will take a look at what they have in common.
Canon Pixma TS8020 vs TS9020 – Similarities
Quick Glance
The comparison chart below recaps the specifications of the Canon Pixma TS8020 and the Canon Pixma TS9020.
Canon Pixma TS8020 | Canon Pixma TS9020 | |
| Image |  |  |
| Size | 14.7 x 12.8 x 5.5 inches | 14.7 x 12.8 x 5.7 inches |
| Weight | 14.3lbs | 14.7lbs |
| Functions | Print, copy, scan | Print, copy, scan |
| Display | 4.3-inch touch LCD | 5-inch touch LCD |
| Ink | 6 tanks, ChromeLife 100 | 6 tanks, ChromeLife 100 |
| Resolution | Maximum 2400 x 4800 optical dpi | Maximum 2400 x 4800 optical dpi |
| Printing Speed | 4” x 6” in 21 seconds, black 15 ipm, color 10 ipm | 4” x 6” in 21 seconds, black 15 ipm, color 10 ipm |
| Paper Sizes | 4 x 6, 5 x 5 square, 5 x 7, 8 x 10, Letter, Legal, U.S, #10, Envelopes, CD/DVD | 4 x 6, 5 x 5 square, 5 x 7, 8 x 10, Letter, Legal, U.S, #10, Envelopes, CD/DVD |
| Borderless Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Paper Tray Capacity | Rear-100 plain, 20 4 x 6 photo or 10 5 x 7, front- 100 plain | Rear-100 plain, 20 4 x 6 photo or 10 5 x 7, front- 100 plain |
| Compatibility | Windows 7, 7 SP1, 8, 10, Vista SP2, Mac OS 10.8.5, 10.12.1 (Sierra) | Windows 7, 7 SP1, 8, 10, Vista SP2, Mac OS 10.8.5, 10.12.1 (Sierra) |
| Connectivity | AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, Wi-Fi, PictBridge, Mobile Device Printing, USB hi-speed, Card Slots, NFC, Canon PRINT app | AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, Wi-Fi, PictBridge, Mobile Device Printing, USB hi-speed, Card Slots, NFC, Canon PRINT app, Alexa |
| Warranty | 1 year limited | 1 year limited |
| Price |
Ink
The Canon Pixma TS8020 and the Canon Pixma TS9020 have 6 ink tanks. There are 5 dye-based color tanks and black pigment-based ink. The printers use ChromeLife 100, so photos will keep the same quality for approximately 100 years in an album.
Resolution
The maximum optical resolution with the Canon Pixma TS8020 and the Canon Pixma TS9020 is 2400 x 4800 dpi (dots per inch).
Printing Speeds
For a 4 x 6-inch photo, the Canon Pixma TS8020 and the Canon Pixma TS9020 take just 21 seconds per print. For documents, black and white, you have 15 ipm and color, 10 ipm.
Paper Sizes
There is a good range of paper sizes that can be used with the Canon Pixma TS8020 and the Canon Pixma TS9020. They will take 4 x 6, 5 x 5 square, 5 x 7, 8 x 10, Legal, U.S, #10 and envelopes. There is a built-in CD/DVD holder for printing on discs. You also have the option for borderless printing and auto-duplex printing.
Paper Tray Capacity
The rear paper trays of the Canon Pixma TS8020 and the Canon Pixma TS9020 hold 100 sheets of plain paper, 20 4 x 6 photo paper sheets, or 10 5 x 7 photo paper sheets. There is also a front paper tray that holds 100 sheets of plain paper.
Compatibility
You can use the Canon Pixma TS8020 and the Canon Pixma TS9020 with Windows 7, 7 SP1, 8, 10, and Vista SP2. They will run on Mac OS 10-8.5 and 10.12.1 (Sierra).
There are just three differences between the Canon Pixma TS8020 and the Canon Pixma TS9020.
Differences Between Canon Pixma TS8020 and TS9020
Appearance
While the size is very similar, the design is different.
Canon Pixma TS8020
It is a fraction smaller at 14.7 x 12.8 x 5.5 inches and weighs 14.3 pounds. There are four color options, and the printer has slightly rounded edges.
Canon Pixma TS9020
It measures 14.7 x 12.8 x 5.7 inches and is 14.7 pounds. It comes in a black front with a white top or a black front with a red top.
The Winner Is- The Canon Pixma TS9020
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Display
Luckily, you no longer have to battle with small displays!
Canon Pixma TS8020
On the front of the printer, there is a 4.3-inch color touch LCD.
Canon Pixma TS9020
It is also a color touch LCD but larger at 5 inches.
The Winner Is- The Canon Pixma TS9020
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Connectivity
There are numerous options to connect computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones.
Canon Pixma TS8020
You can print using AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, Wi-Fi, PictBridge, Mobile Device Printing, the Canon PRINT app, or NFC. There is also the option for a USB hi-speed cable and memory card slots.
Canon Pixma TS9020
There are all the same connectivity options with the addition of it being compatible with Alexa.
The Winner Is- The Canon Pixma TS9020
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Pros and Cons
Before our final verdict, we have some pros and cons of the two all-in-one printers from Canon.
Canon Pixma TS8020
Pros:
- Great Wi-Fi connection with all devices
- Excellent printing and scanning quality
- It’s quiet
Cons:
- The setup can be challenging
Canon Pixma TS9020
Pros:
- Lovely design
- Professional-quality prints
- The setup is easier
Cons:
- A little awkward filling up the rear paper tray
The Final Verdict
Because of the similarities, the final decision really came down to value for money. Depending on where you are looking, the Canon Pixma TS9020 ranges from around $30 to $90 more expensive. Printing quality, speed, and noise levels were the same, as was the very good connectivity. The design is a personal preference, but we preferred the Canon Pixma TS9020. When you add this to the larger touchscreen and Alexa, we felt that the additional cost was worth it, especially as it is easier to set up.