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Canon imageCLASS MF452dw — Mono laser AIO · 2021
Canon

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw

Mono laser AIO · 2021

82
/ 100
From $449
VS
Brother MFC-J4540DW — Inkjet AIO · 2023
Brother

Brother MFC-J4540DW

Inkjet AIO · 2023

82
/ 100
From $229
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon imageCLASS MF452dw lands at 82 and Brother MFC-J4540DW at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Canon imageCLASS MF452dw if…

  • ✓Wireless printing (most)
  • ✓Current-gen firmware
  • ✓Mature driver support

Pick Brother MFC-J4540DW if…

  • ✓Wireless printing (most)
  • ✓Current-gen firmware
  • ✓Mature driver support
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Quality

Tie

Compared on the quality sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Cost

Tie

Compared on the cost sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Reliability

Tie

Compared on the reliability sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Brother MFC-J4540DW

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Brother MFC-J4540DW more score per dollar ($229 vs $449).

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw 82
vs
82 Brother MFC-J4540DW

Score breakdown

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 80
reliability 80
Brother MFC-J4540DW
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 80
reliability 80

Specs side-by-side

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw versus Brother MFC-J4540DW — full spec comparison
Spec Canon imageCLASS MF452dw Brother MFC-J4540DW
Type
Mono laser AIO
Inkjet AIO
Release year
2021
2023

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw

Pros
  • +Wireless printing (most)
  • +Current-gen firmware
  • +Mature driver support
Cons
  • −Ink/toner subscriptions (HP)
  • −Noisy under heavy loads
  • −Paper path varies

Brother MFC-J4540DW

Pros
  • +Wireless printing (most)
  • +Current-gen firmware
  • +Mature driver support
Cons
  • −Ink/toner subscriptions (HP)
  • −Noisy under heavy loads
  • −Paper path varies

FAQ: Canon imageCLASS MF452dw vs Brother MFC-J4540DW

Which is better, Canon imageCLASS MF452dw or Brother MFC-J4540DW? +

Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Canon imageCLASS MF452dw worth the price? +

At $449, Canon imageCLASS MF452dw delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.

Is Brother MFC-J4540DW worth the price? +

At $229, Brother MFC-J4540DW delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.

Does Canon imageCLASS MF452dw or Brother MFC-J4540DW 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.

Which is the better value, Canon imageCLASS MF452dw or Brother MFC-J4540DW? +

Brother MFC-J4540DW — more score per dollar ($229 vs $449). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.