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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
Xerox B305/DNI — Mono laser AIO · 2022
Xerox

Xerox B305/DNI

Mono laser AIO · 2022

82
/ 100
From $499
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw lands at 82 and Xerox B305/DNI 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 Xerox B305/DNI 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

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw 82
vs
82 Xerox B305/DNI

Score breakdown

HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 82
reliability 80
Xerox B305/DNI
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 80
reliability 80

Specs side-by-side

HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw versus Xerox B305/DNI — full spec comparison
Spec HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw Xerox B305/DNI
Type
Mono laser AIO
Mono laser AIO
Release year
—
2022

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

Xerox B305/DNI

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 Xerox B305/DNI

Which is better, HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw or Xerox B305/DNI? +

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 Xerox B305/DNI worth the price? +

At $499, Xerox B305/DNI delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.

Does HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw or Xerox B305/DNI 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 Xerox B305/DNI? +

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