Brother HL-L9410CDN vs HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn
Brother HL-L9410CDN is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Brother HL-L9410CDN | HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $848 | $934 |
| After 2 years | $946 | $1,109 |
| After 3 years | $1,044 | $1,284 |
Brother HL-L9410CDN is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Brother HL-L9410CDN | HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | laser | laser |
| Color support | color | color |
| Device type | single-function | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy, fax | |
| Print speed (mono) | 42 ppm | 35 ppm |
| Print speed (color) | 42 ppm | 35 ppm |
| Resolution | 2400 x 600 | 600 x 600 |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 120,000 pages | 50,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | 12,000 pages/mo | 4,000 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | No | Yes |
| Display | — | 4.3-inch color touchscreen |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | No |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal | Letter, Legal, A4 |
| Weight (kg) | 28.67 | 20.4 |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother HL-L9410CDN
Cheapest to run: Brother TN810XLBK High-yield Black Toner Cartridge — $195.79 · 1.6¢/page · 12,000pg yield
HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn
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-L9410CDN — about 44% lower cost per page (1.6¢ vs 2.9¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Brother HL-L9410CDN — $9 less to buy.
- If you need scanning, copying and faxing: HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn — it adds scanning, copying and faxing, which the Brother HL-L9410CDN doesn't do.
- The fastest printing for a busy or shared office: Brother HL-L9410CDN — 42 ppm vs 35 ppm mono.
Where to buy
Brother HL-L9410CDNBuy — $749.99
HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdnBuy — $759.00
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother HL-L9410CDN or the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn?
- The Brother HL-L9410CDN — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 44% cheaper per page (1.6¢ vs 2.9¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother HL-L9410CDN or the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn?
- The Brother HL-L9410CDN is about $9 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother HL-L9410CDN and the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn?
- Device type: Brother HL-L9410CDN single-function, HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn multifunction. Functions: Brother HL-L9410CDN print, HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn print, scan, copy, fax. Print speed (mono): Brother HL-L9410CDN 42 ppm, HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn 35 ppm. Print speed (color): Brother HL-L9410CDN 42 ppm, HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn 35 ppm.