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HP Neverstop Laser 1202w — Mono laser · 2020
HP

HP Neverstop Laser 1202w

Mono laser · 2020

82
/ 100
From $359
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 Neverstop Laser 1202w 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 Neverstop Laser 1202w if…

  • ✓Wireless printing (most)
  • ✓Current-gen firmware
  • ✓Mature driver support

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

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).

HP Neverstop Laser 1202w 82
vs
82 Canon imageCLASS MF452dw

Score breakdown

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

Specs side-by-side

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

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

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 Neverstop Laser 1202w vs Canon imageCLASS MF452dw

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

Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is HP Neverstop Laser 1202w worth the price? +

At $359, HP Neverstop Laser 1202w 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 Neverstop Laser 1202w 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 the better value, HP Neverstop Laser 1202w or Canon imageCLASS MF452dw? +

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