Brother HL-L8430CDW vs HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301fdw
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 MFP 3301fdw |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $606 | $754 |
| After 2 years | $722 | $970 |
| After 3 years | $838 | $1,185 |
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 MFP 3301fdw |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | laser | laser |
| Color support | color | color |
| Device type | single-function | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy, fax | |
| Print speed (mono) | 33 ppm | 26 ppm |
| Print speed (color) | 33 ppm | 26 ppm |
| Resolution | 2400 x 600 | 600 x 600 |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 60,000 pages | 40,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | 5,000 pages/mo | 2,500 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | No | Yes |
| Display | — | 4.3-inch Capacitive Touch Color Display, TFT-backlit (480 x 272) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal | Letter, Legal, A4 |
| Weight (kg) | 20.82 | 17.1 |
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 MFP 3301fdw
Cheapest to run: HP 218X High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge — $114.89 · 3.6¢/page · 3,200pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Brother HL-L8430CDW — about 46% lower cost per page (1.9¢ vs 3.6¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Brother HL-L8430CDW — $49 less to buy.
- If you need scanning, copying and faxing: HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301fdw — it adds scanning, copying and faxing, which the Brother HL-L8430CDW doesn't do.
- The fastest printing for a busy or shared office: Brother HL-L8430CDW — 33 ppm vs 26 ppm mono.
Where to buy
Brother HL-L8430CDWBuy — $489.98
HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301fdwBuy — $539.00
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother HL-L8430CDW or the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301fdw?
- The Brother HL-L8430CDW — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 46% cheaper per page (1.9¢ vs 3.6¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother HL-L8430CDW or the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301fdw?
- The Brother HL-L8430CDW is about $49 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother HL-L8430CDW and the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301fdw?
- Device type: Brother HL-L8430CDW single-function, HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301fdw multifunction. Functions: Brother HL-L8430CDW print, HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301fdw print, scan, copy, fax. Print speed (mono): Brother HL-L8430CDW 33 ppm, HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301fdw 26 ppm. Print speed (color): Brother HL-L8430CDW 33 ppm, HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301fdw 26 ppm.