Canon PIXMA TS9521Ca vs Epson WorkForce Pro WF-4730 All-in-One Printer
Canon PIXMA TS9521Ca is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Canon PIXMA TS9521Ca | Epson WorkForce Pro WF-4730 All-in-One Printer |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $408 | $445 |
| After 2 years | $525 | $574 |
| After 3 years | $643 | $703 |
Canon PIXMA TS9521Ca is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Canon PIXMA TS9521Ca | Epson WorkForce Pro WF-4730 All-in-One Printer |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | inkjet | inkjet |
| Color support | color | color |
| Device type | multifunction | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy | print, scan, copy, fax |
| Print speed (mono) | 15 ppm | 20 ppm |
| Print speed (color) | 10 ppm | 20 ppm |
| Resolution | 4800 x 1200 | 4800 x 1200 |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | — | 25,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | — | 1,500 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | No | Yes |
| Display | — | 2.7-inch color touchscreen |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal, A3, Photo | Letter, Legal, A4, Photo |
| Weight (kg) | 9.66 | 11.8 |
Cartridges & running cost
Canon PIXMA TS9521Ca
Cheapest to run: Canon CLI-281 Black Ink Tank — $14.70 · 2.0¢/page · 750pg yield
Epson WorkForce Pro WF-4730 All-in-One Printer
Cheapest to run: Epson 802XL High-Capacity Black Ink Cartridge — $55.99 · 2.2¢/page · 2,600pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Canon PIXMA TS9521Ca — about 9% lower cost per page (2.0¢ vs 2.2¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Canon PIXMA TS9521Ca — $26 less to buy.
- If you need faxing: Epson WorkForce Pro WF-4730 All-in-One Printer — it adds faxing, which the Canon PIXMA TS9521Ca doesn't do.
- The fastest printing for a busy or shared office: Epson WorkForce Pro WF-4730 All-in-One Printer — 20 ppm vs 15 ppm mono.
Where to buy
Canon PIXMA TS9521CaBuy — $289.99
Epson WorkForce Pro WF-4730 All-in-One PrinterBuy — $315.49
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Canon PIXMA TS9521Ca or the Epson WorkForce Pro WF-4730 All-in-One Printer?
- The Canon PIXMA TS9521Ca — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 9% cheaper per page (2.0¢ vs 2.2¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Canon PIXMA TS9521Ca or the Epson WorkForce Pro WF-4730 All-in-One Printer?
- The Canon PIXMA TS9521Ca is about $26 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Canon PIXMA TS9521Ca and the Epson WorkForce Pro WF-4730 All-in-One Printer?
- Functions: Canon PIXMA TS9521Ca print, scan, copy, Epson WorkForce Pro WF-4730 All-in-One Printer print, scan, copy, fax. Print speed (mono): Canon PIXMA TS9521Ca 15 ppm, Epson WorkForce Pro WF-4730 All-in-One Printer 20 ppm. Print speed (color): Canon PIXMA TS9521Ca 10 ppm, Epson WorkForce Pro WF-4730 All-in-One Printer 20 ppm. Automatic document feeder: Canon PIXMA TS9521Ca No, Epson WorkForce Pro WF-4730 All-in-One Printer Yes.