HP
HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw
Mono laser AIO
82
/ 100
From $499
VS
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, HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw lands at 82 and Brother MFC-J4540DW at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw if…
- ✓Wireless printing
- ✓AirPrint/Mopria compatible
- ✓Good first-page-out time (laser models)
Pick Brother MFC-J4540DW if…
- ✓Wireless printing (most)
- ✓Current-gen firmware
- ✓Mature driver support
HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw 82
vs 82 Brother MFC-J4540DW
Score breakdown
HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw
82 speed 78
quality 82
cost 82
reliability 80
Brother MFC-J4540DW
82 speed 78
quality 82
cost 80
reliability 80
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw | Brother MFC-J4540DW |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Mono laser AIO | Inkjet AIO |
| Release year | — | 2023 |
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
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: HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw vs Brother MFC-J4540DW
Which is better, HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw or Brother MFC-J4540DW? +
Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
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.
Is Brother MFC-J4540DW worth the price? +
At $229, Brother MFC-J4540DW delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.
Does HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw 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.