Canon imageCLASS LBP6030w vs HP LaserJet M209dw Printer
HP LaserJet M209dw Printer is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Canon imageCLASS LBP6030w | HP LaserJet M209dw Printer |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $453 | $391 |
| After 2 years | $772 | $653 |
| After 3 years | $1,091 | $916 |
HP LaserJet M209dw Printer is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Canon imageCLASS LBP6030w | HP LaserJet M209dw Printer |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | laser | laser |
| Color support | mono | mono |
| Device type | single-function | single-function |
| Functions | ||
| Print speed (mono) | 19 ppm | 30 ppm |
| Resolution | 600 x 600 | 600 x 600 |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | — | 20,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | — | 2,000 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | No | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | No | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal | Letter, Legal, A4 |
| Weight (kg) | 4.99 | 5.6 |
Cartridges & running cost
Canon imageCLASS LBP6030w
Cheapest to run: Canon 125 Black Toner Cartridge — $84.99 · 5.3¢/page · 1,600pg yield
HP LaserJet M209dw Printer
Cheapest to run: HP 134X High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge — $104.89 · 4.4¢/page · 2,400pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: HP LaserJet M209dw Printer — about 18% lower cost per page (4.4¢ vs 5.3¢).
- A lower upfront budget: HP LaserJet M209dw Printer — $6 less to buy.
- The fastest printing for a busy or shared office: HP LaserJet M209dw Printer — 30 ppm vs 19 ppm mono.
Where to buy
Canon imageCLASS LBP6030wBuy — $134.58
HP LaserJet M209dw PrinterBuy — $129.00
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Canon imageCLASS LBP6030w or the HP LaserJet M209dw Printer?
- The HP LaserJet M209dw Printer — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 18% cheaper per page (4.4¢ vs 5.3¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Canon imageCLASS LBP6030w or the HP LaserJet M209dw Printer?
- The HP LaserJet M209dw Printer is about $6 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Canon imageCLASS LBP6030w and the HP LaserJet M209dw Printer?
- Print speed (mono): Canon imageCLASS LBP6030w 19 ppm, HP LaserJet M209dw Printer 30 ppm. Automatic duplex: Canon imageCLASS LBP6030w No, HP LaserJet M209dw Printer Yes. Ethernet: Canon imageCLASS LBP6030w No, HP LaserJet M209dw Printer Yes. Paper sizes: Canon imageCLASS LBP6030w Letter, Legal, HP LaserJet M209dw Printer Letter, Legal, A4.


