Brother
Brother HL-L2405W
Mono laser
84
/ 100
From $179
VS
Canon
Canon Selphy CP1500
Dye-sub photo · 2023
84
/ 100
From $149
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Brother HL-L2405W lands at 84 and Canon Selphy CP1500 at 84. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Brother HL-L2405W if…
- ✓Wireless printing
- ✓AirPrint/Mopria compatible
- ✓Good first-page-out time (laser models)
Pick Canon Selphy CP1500 if…
- ✓Wireless printing (most)
- ✓Current-gen firmware
- ✓Mature driver support
Brother HL-L2405W 84
vs 84 Canon Selphy CP1500
Score breakdown
Brother HL-L2405W
84 speed 80
quality 84
cost 82
reliability 82
Canon Selphy CP1500
84 speed 80
quality 84
cost 80
reliability 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Brother HL-L2405W | Canon Selphy CP1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Mono laser | Dye-sub photo |
| Release year | — | 2023 |
Brother HL-L2405W
Pros
- +Wireless printing
- +AirPrint/Mopria compatible
- +Good first-page-out time (laser models)
Cons
- −Ink subscription lock-in (HP)
- −Drum/toner replacement cost
- −Slow photo print on some inkjets
Canon Selphy CP1500
Pros
- +Wireless printing (most)
- +Current-gen firmware
- +Mature driver support
Cons
- −Ink/toner subscriptions (HP)
- −Noisy under heavy loads
- −Paper path varies
FAQ: Brother HL-L2405W vs Canon Selphy CP1500
Which is better, Brother HL-L2405W or Canon Selphy CP1500? +
Both score 84 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Brother HL-L2405W worth the price? +
At $179, Brother HL-L2405W delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in quality.
Is Canon Selphy CP1500 worth the price? +
At $149, Canon Selphy CP1500 delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in quality.
Does Brother HL-L2405W or Canon Selphy CP1500 last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.