Brother MFC-J805DW vs HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e
Brother MFC-J805DW costs $14 more upfront but prints cheaper per page — it pays that back after about 602 pages.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Brother MFC-J805DW | HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $411 | $538 |
| After 2 years | $498 | $765 |
| After 3 years | $585 | $993 |
Brother MFC-J805DW costs more upfront but 2.3¢ less per page. It overtakes HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e on total cost after about 602 pages — roughly 2 months at your 500 pages/month.
Specs compared
| Spec | Brother MFC-J805DW | HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | inkjet | inkjet |
| Color support | color | color |
| Device type | multifunction | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy, fax | print, scan, copy, fax |
| Print speed (mono) | — | 22 ppm |
| Print speed (color) | — | 18 ppm |
| Resolution | 1200 x 600 | 1200 x 1200 |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 5,000 pages | 25,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | 1,500 pages/mo | 1,500 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | Yes | Yes |
| Display | — | 2.7-inch touchscreen control panel with CGD (color graphic display) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | No | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal, A4, Photo | Letter, A4, Photo |
| Weight (kg) | 8.98 | 9.29 |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother MFC-J805DW
Cheapest to run: Brother LC3033BKS INKvestment Super High-yield Black Ink Cartridge — $43.49 · 1.4¢/page · 3,000pg yield
HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e
Cheapest to run: HP 937e EvoMore Black Original Ink Cartridge — $94.89 · 3.8¢/page · 2,500pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Brother MFC-J805DW — about 62% lower cost per page (1.4¢ vs 3.8¢).
- A lower upfront budget: HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e — $14 less to buy — it would take about 602 pages before the pricier one's lower running cost pays off.
Where to buy
Brother MFC-J805DWBuy — $324.01
HP OfficeJet Pro 9125eBuy — $309.89
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother MFC-J805DW or the HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e?
- The Brother MFC-J805DW — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 62% cheaper per page (1.4¢ vs 3.8¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother MFC-J805DW or the HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e?
- The HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e is about $14 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- Is the Brother MFC-J805DW worth the higher price?
- It costs about $14 more upfront but prints cheaper per page, so it pays that back after roughly 602 pages. Past that point it's the cheaper machine to own.
- What are the main differences between the Brother MFC-J805DW and the HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e?
- Resolution: Brother MFC-J805DW 1200 x 600, HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e 1200 x 1200. Duty cycle (monthly): Brother MFC-J805DW 5,000 pages, HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e 25,000 pages. Ethernet: Brother MFC-J805DW No, HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e Yes. Paper sizes: Brother MFC-J805DW Letter, Legal, A4, Photo, HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e Letter, A4, Photo.