Liene M100 4x6 photo printer review
My verdictOne of the cheapest ways to start printing 4x6 from a phone. Support and refills come from a smaller company than Canon or HP.
Best forFirst-time buyers who want to try 4x6 printing without spending much
Skip it ifAnyone who needs long-term brand support or the widest accessory choice
- Owner rating
- 4.5 from 2,242
- Price tier
- $ Oct 30, 2026
- Biggest print
- 4 x 6 in
- Running cost
- 46c per 4x6
By Marius. Listing data pulled Oct 30, 2026. Page built Nov 1, 2026. How I rank printers.
Liene M100 4x6 in detail
Entry price, normal output
A thermal dye-sub 4 x 6 printer with app printing for iOS, Android and PC. The paper path is designed to keep sheets aligned. The listing I feature is a 20-sheet starter kit rated 4.5 from 2,242 ratings; other bundles list 4.4 from 4,554 ratings and 4.7 from 282 ratings.
Refills
A refill pack of 80 sheets and two cartridges came out at about 46 cents a print on the day of the data pull. That’s in line with Canon and HP, so the saving is up front rather than per print.
Which bundle
Three listings are in my data: the 20-sheet starter kit, a bundle with 100 sheets and 3 cartridges (4.4 from 4,554 ratings), and one with 180 sheets and 5 cartridges (4.7 from 282). The bigger bundles cost more up front and bring the per-print price down by sparing you refill shipping.
Refill compatibility
The refill pack lists the Amber M100, M200, M110 and M210, so the same paper serves the family.
The catches
- Smaller brand.
- Wi-Fi setup experiences vary; read recent reviews.
M100 4x6 specs
| Maximum print | 4 x 6 in |
|---|---|
| Ink system | Thermal dye-sublimation |
| Cartridges or tanks | Liene paper + cartridge packs |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi app printing, USB |
| Scan and copy | No |
| Screen | None (app-controlled) |
| Weight | 2.2 lb |
| Good to know | Full-color 4 x 6, supports iOS, Android and PC |
| Running cost | about 46c per 4x6 (planning figure) |
What it costs to run, worked out
Dye-sub prints cost the same whatever the picture: about 46c 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 | $331 | $456 |
| 60 a month | $994 | $1,119 |
| 150 a month | $2,484 | $2,609 |
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 4.5 out of 5 from 2,242 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.
M100 4x6 head to head
M100 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 AmazonQuestions people ask
Does Liene paper fit other printers?
No. Buy the packs that match the printer family, such as Amber M100, M200, M110 or M210.
Can it print from a computer?
The listing names laptops and PCs as compatible devices.
How many sheets are in the starter kit?
20.