Canon
Canon imageCLASS MF452dw
Mono laser AIO · 2021
82
/ 100
From $449
VS
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)
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
| Spec | Canon imageCLASS MF452dw | HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Mono laser AIO | Mono laser AIO |
| Release year | 2021 | — |
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.