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Canon imageCLASS MF452dw — Mono laser AIO · 2021
Canon

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw

Mono laser AIO · 2021

82
/ 100
From $449
VS
HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw — Mono laser AIO
HP

HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw

Mono laser AIO

82
/ 100
From $499
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon imageCLASS MF452dw lands at 82 and HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw 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 HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw if…

  • ✓Wireless printing
  • ✓AirPrint/Mopria compatible
  • ✓Good first-page-out time (laser models)
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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

HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw

Compared on the cost sub-score

HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw leads on cost (82 vs 80).

Reliability

Tie

Compared on the reliability sub-score

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

Value for money

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw more score per dollar ($449 vs $499).

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw 82
vs
82 HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw

Score breakdown

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 80
reliability 80
HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 82
reliability 80

Specs side-by-side

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw versus HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw — full spec comparison
Spec Canon imageCLASS MF452dw HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw
Type
Mono laser AIO
Mono laser AIO
Release year
2021
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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

HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw

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

FAQ: Canon imageCLASS MF452dw vs HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw

Which is better, Canon imageCLASS MF452dw or HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw? +

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 HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw worth the price? +

At $499, HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.

Does Canon imageCLASS MF452dw or HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw 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 better for cost, Canon imageCLASS MF452dw or HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw? +

HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw — leads on cost (82 vs 80). Compared on the cost sub-score.

Which is the better value, Canon imageCLASS MF452dw or HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw? +

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw — more score per dollar ($449 vs $499). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.