Canon MAXIFY MB2120 vs HP OfficeJet Pro 8135 All-in-One Printer
Canon MAXIFY MB2120 is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Canon MAXIFY MB2120 | HP OfficeJet Pro 8135 All-in-One Printer |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $562 | $677 |
| After 2 years | $907 | $1,115 |
| After 3 years | $1,252 | $1,552 |
Canon MAXIFY MB2120 is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Canon MAXIFY MB2120 | HP OfficeJet Pro 8135 All-in-One Printer |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | inkjet | inkjet |
| Color support | color | color |
| Device type | multifunction | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy, fax | print, scan, copy, fax |
| Print speed (mono) | 19 ppm | 20 ppm |
| Print speed (color) | 13 ppm | 10 ppm |
| Resolution | 600 x 1200 | 1200 x 1200 |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | — | 20,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | — | 800 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | Yes | Yes |
| Display | — | 2.7-inch (6.86 cm) Capacitive Touchscreen CGD (Color Graphic Display) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal | Letter, Legal, Photo |
| Weight (kg) | 10.52 | 7.98 |
Cartridges & running cost
Canon MAXIFY MB2120
Cheapest to run: Canon PGI-1200 Black Ink Tank — $22.99 · 5.7¢/page · 400pg yield
HP OfficeJet Pro 8135 All-in-One Printer
Cheapest to run: HP 923e EvoMore Black Original Ink Cartridge — $72.89 · 7.3¢/page · 1,000pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Canon MAXIFY MB2120 — about 21% lower cost per page (5.7¢ vs 7.3¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Canon MAXIFY MB2120 — $23 less to buy.
Where to buy
Canon MAXIFY MB2120Buy — $216.95
HP OfficeJet Pro 8135 All-in-One PrinterBuy — $239.89
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Canon MAXIFY MB2120 or the HP OfficeJet Pro 8135 All-in-One Printer?
- The Canon MAXIFY MB2120 — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 21% cheaper per page (5.7¢ vs 7.3¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Canon MAXIFY MB2120 or the HP OfficeJet Pro 8135 All-in-One Printer?
- The Canon MAXIFY MB2120 is about $23 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Canon MAXIFY MB2120 and the HP OfficeJet Pro 8135 All-in-One Printer?
- Print speed (mono): Canon MAXIFY MB2120 19 ppm, HP OfficeJet Pro 8135 All-in-One Printer 20 ppm. Print speed (color): Canon MAXIFY MB2120 13 ppm, HP OfficeJet Pro 8135 All-in-One Printer 10 ppm. Resolution: Canon MAXIFY MB2120 600 x 1200, HP OfficeJet Pro 8135 All-in-One Printer 1200 x 1200. Paper sizes: Canon MAXIFY MB2120 Letter, Legal, HP OfficeJet Pro 8135 All-in-One Printer Letter, Legal, Photo.