Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II vs OKI B731dn
OKI B731dn is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II | OKI B731dn |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $524 | $405 |
| After 2 years | $653 | $460 |
| After 3 years | $781 | $515 |
OKI B731dn is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II | OKI B731dn |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | laser | laser |
| Color support | mono | mono |
| Device type | multifunction | single-function |
| Functions | print, scan, copy, fax | |
| Print speed (mono) | 37 ppm | 55 ppm |
| Resolution | 1200 x 1200 | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | — | 280,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | 4,000 pages/mo | — |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | Yes | No |
| Display | 5-inch color touch LCD | — |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | No |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal | Letter, Legal, A4 |
| Weight (kg) | 15.6 | — |
Cartridges & running cost
Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II
Cheapest to run: Canon 070 Black Toner Cartridge, High Capacity — $218.19 · 2.1¢/page · 10,200pg yield
OKI B731dn
Cheapest to run: OKI B731dn Black High-Yield Toner Cartridge — $329.95 · 0.9¢/page · 36,000pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: OKI B731dn — about 57% lower cost per page (0.9¢ vs 2.1¢).
- A lower upfront budget: OKI B731dn — $46 less to buy.
- If you need scanning, copying and faxing: Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II — it adds scanning, copying and faxing, which the OKI B731dn doesn't do.
- The fastest printing for a busy or shared office: OKI B731dn — 55 ppm vs 37 ppm mono.
Where to buy
Canon imageCLASS MF462dw IIBuy — $396.08
OKI B731dnBuy — $349.99
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Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II or the OKI B731dn?
- The OKI B731dn — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 57% cheaper per page (0.9¢ vs 2.1¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II or the OKI B731dn?
- The OKI B731dn is about $46 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II and the OKI B731dn?
- Device type: Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II multifunction, OKI B731dn single-function. Functions: Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II print, scan, copy, fax, OKI B731dn print. Print speed (mono): Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II 37 ppm, OKI B731dn 55 ppm. Resolution: Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II 1200 x 1200, OKI B731dn 1200 x 1200 dpi.