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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 Neverstop Laser 1202w — Mono laser · 2020
HP

HP Neverstop Laser 1202w

Mono laser · 2020

82
/ 100
From $359
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon imageCLASS MF452dw lands at 82 and HP Neverstop Laser 1202w 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 Neverstop Laser 1202w 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

HP Neverstop Laser 1202w

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

HP Neverstop Laser 1202w more score per dollar ($359 vs $449).

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw 82
vs
82 HP Neverstop Laser 1202w

Score breakdown

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 80
reliability 80
HP Neverstop Laser 1202w
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 80
reliability 80

Specs side-by-side

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw versus HP Neverstop Laser 1202w — full spec comparison
Spec Canon imageCLASS MF452dw HP Neverstop Laser 1202w
Type
Mono laser AIO
Mono laser
Release year
2021
2020

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 Neverstop Laser 1202w

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 HP Neverstop Laser 1202w

Which is better, Canon imageCLASS MF452dw or HP Neverstop Laser 1202w? +

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 Neverstop Laser 1202w worth the price? +

At $359, HP Neverstop Laser 1202w delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.

Does Canon imageCLASS MF452dw or HP Neverstop Laser 1202w 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 HP Neverstop Laser 1202w? +

HP Neverstop Laser 1202w — more score per dollar ($359 vs $449). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.