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HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw — Mono laser AIO
HP

HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw

Mono laser AIO

82
/ 100
From $499
VS
Canon imageCLASS MF452dw — Mono laser AIO · 2021
Canon

Canon imageCLASS MF452dw

Mono laser AIO · 2021

82
/ 100
From $449
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

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

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).

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

Score breakdown

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

Specs side-by-side

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

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

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

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

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

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 Canon imageCLASS MF452dw worth the price? +

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

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

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

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

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