KODAK Dock Plus 4x6 review
My verdictThe dock idea works: set the phone down, print, and it charges. The largest owner sample of any printer here.
Best forEveryday family printing from a phone, left out on a shelf
Skip it ifAnyone who wants a built-in screen, or who prints from cameras and memory cards
- Owner rating
- 4.2 from 20,100
- Price tier
- $ Oct 30, 2026
- Biggest print
- 4 x 6 in
- Running cost
- 49c per 4x6
By Marius. Listing data pulled Oct 30, 2026. Page built Nov 1, 2026. How I rank printers.
KODAK Dock Plus 4x6 in detail
Why 20,000 ratings matters
The listing shows 4.2 from about 20,100 ratings. Most other printers here are measured in hundreds. A 4.2 on that sample says it’s reliable and unsurprising, which is about the best thing a dye-sub snapshot printer can be.
How printing works
Kodak’s 4PASS process lays three color layers and a clear lamination. Kodak lists about 55 seconds a print and a clear protective layer for fingerprints, water and fading. Pair via Bluetooth with the KODAK Photo Printer app on iOS or Android, or sit the phone in the dock. Check the listing’s compatibility notes for your exact phone and cable.
What a refill costs
Kodak’s PHC-120 refill (cartridges plus 120 sheets) was priced at $59 on the listing I pulled, and the 240-sheet pack at $118. That works out to about 49 cents a print either way, so buying the bigger pack doesn’t save anything per print. Both listings were sold by a third-party seller rather than Kodak or Amazon, and the 240-pack’s own spec table says ‘Refilled’. Confirm the item is Kodak’s before you order. The compatible models named on the listing are the PD450, PD450WIFI, PD460 and PD480.
One more trap: Kodak’s ordinary 4 x 6 inkjet photo paper lists itself as not compatible with Dock printers. Dye-sub needs the matched cartridge and paper.
Phone and cable compatibility
The listing mentions an included Lightning adapter and a USB Type-C port on the printer. Which of those fits your phone depends on the model, so check the compatibility notes on the listing before you rely on the dock. Bluetooth works either way.
Model names
The Dock Plus shows up as the PD460 on the listing. Refills name the PD450, PD450WIFI, PD460 and PD480 as compatible, which is useful if you find a bargain on an older dock.
The catches
- No built-in screen.
- Refills run about 49 cents a print, and the listings I found were third-party sellers.
- Docking compatibility depends on your phone.
Dock Plus 4x6 specs
| Maximum print | 4 x 6 in |
|---|---|
| Ink system | 4PASS dye-sublimation |
| Cartridges or tanks | Kodak cartridge + paper packs |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, phone dock |
| Scan and copy | No |
| Screen | None (app-controlled) |
| Weight | 4.1 lb |
| Good to know | About 55 seconds per 4 x 6, clear laminate layer on top |
| Running cost | about 49c per 4x6 (planning figure) |
What it costs to run, worked out
Dye-sub prints cost the same whatever the picture: about 49c each from the refill packs priced in my data. Ink and paper come together, so there's no cheap-paper lever to pull.
| Volume | Ink and paper | With printer |
|---|---|---|
| 20 a month | $353 | $483 |
| 60 a month | $1,058 | $1,188 |
| 150 a month | $2,646 | $2,776 |
Planning figures from listings pulled Oct 30, 2026. The printer price is rounded and moves daily. Put in your own numbers.
What owners say
Amazon shows 4.2 out of 5 from 20,100 ratings on the listing I feature, which is a large sample. Data pulled Oct 30, 2026. A star average says owners are happy, not why; sort the listing by recent and critical reviews before you buy.
Dock Plus 4x6 head to head
Dock Plus 4x6 alternatives
Pairs well with: Dye-sub and instant refills
Canon KP-108IN Ink and Paper Set, 2 pack (216 prints)
4.8 (3,383)View on Amazon
KODAK PHC-120 refill for Dock Plus: cartridges and 120 sheets
4.5 (3,393)View on Amazon
HP Sprocket Studio Plus paper and cartridges, 108 sheets
4.6 (907)View on Amazon
Liene Amber M100/M200 paper and cartridges, 80 sheets
4.8 (1,493)View on Amazon
Fujifilm Instax Wide film, 40 prints
4.6 (1,220)View on Amazon
Fujifilm Instax Mini film, 40 prints
4.9 (80)View on Amazon
Epson 320 cartridge for PictureMate PM-400
4.7 (1,522)View on AmazonPairs well with: Dye-sub and instant refills
Canon KP-108IN Color Ink and Paper Set, 108 sheets
4.8 (3,440)View on AmazonCanon KP-108IN Ink and Paper Set, 2 pack (216 prints)
4.8 (3,383)View on AmazonKODAK PHC-120 refill for Dock Plus: cartridges and 120 sheets
4.5 (3,393)View on AmazonHP Sprocket Studio Plus paper and cartridges, 108 sheets
4.6 (907)View on AmazonLiene Amber M100/M200 paper and cartridges, 80 sheets
4.8 (1,493)View on AmazonFujifilm Instax Wide film, 40 prints
4.6 (1,220)View on AmazonFujifilm Instax Mini film, 40 prints
4.9 (80)View on AmazonEpson 320 cartridge for PictureMate PM-400
4.7 (1,522)View on AmazonQuestions people ask
Does it charge my phone?
Kodak says the dock charges the phone while printing; check phone compatibility.
How long is a print?
Kodak lists around 55 seconds.
Can I use Kodak’s regular 4x6 photo paper?
No. Kodak’s own inkjet 4 x 6 paper listings say they aren’t compatible with Dock printers.
Which refill do I buy?
The PHC-120 pack names the PD450, PD450WIFI, PD460 and PD480 as compatible.