Brother HL-L8430CDW vs HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dw Printer
Brother HL-L8430CDW is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Brother HL-L8430CDW | HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dw Printer |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $606 | $704 |
| After 2 years | $722 | $879 |
| After 3 years | $838 | $1,054 |
Brother HL-L8430CDW is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Brother HL-L8430CDW | HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dw Printer |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | laser | laser |
| Color support | color | color |
| Device type | single-function | single-function |
| Functions | ||
| Print speed (mono) | 33 ppm | 35 ppm |
| Print speed (color) | 33 ppm | 35 ppm |
| Resolution | 2400 x 600 | 600 x 600 |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 60,000 pages | 50,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | 5,000 pages/mo | 4,000 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | No | No |
| Display | — | 4-line back lit LCD |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | Yes |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal | Letter, Legal, A4 |
| Weight (kg) | 20.82 | 16.33 |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother HL-L8430CDW
Cheapest to run: Brother TN635XXLBK Super High Yield Black Toner Cartridge — $144.99 · 1.9¢/page · 7,500pg yield
HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dw Printer
Cheapest to run: HP 210X Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge — $218.89 · 2.9¢/page · 7,500pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Brother HL-L8430CDW — about 34% lower cost per page (1.9¢ vs 2.9¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Brother HL-L8430CDW — $39 less to buy.
Where to buy
Brother HL-L8430CDWBuy — $489.98
HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dw PrinterBuy — $529.00
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother HL-L8430CDW or the HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dw Printer?
- The Brother HL-L8430CDW — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 34% cheaper per page (1.9¢ vs 2.9¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother HL-L8430CDW or the HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dw Printer?
- The Brother HL-L8430CDW is about $39 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother HL-L8430CDW and the HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dw Printer?
- Print speed (mono): Brother HL-L8430CDW 33 ppm, HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dw Printer 35 ppm. Print speed (color): Brother HL-L8430CDW 33 ppm, HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dw Printer 35 ppm. Resolution: Brother HL-L8430CDW 2400 x 600, HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dw Printer 600 x 600. Duty cycle (monthly): Brother HL-L8430CDW 60,000 pages, HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dw Printer 50,000 pages.