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HP Neverstop Laser 1202w — Mono laser · 2020
HP

HP Neverstop Laser 1202w

Mono laser · 2020

82
/ 100
From $359
VS
Xerox VersaLink C405 — Color laser AIO
Xerox

Xerox VersaLink C405

Color laser AIO

82
/ 100
From $999
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, HP Neverstop Laser 1202w lands at 82 and Xerox VersaLink C405 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 Xerox VersaLink C405 if…

  • ✓Wireless printing
  • ✓AirPrint/Mopria compatible
  • ✓Good first-page-out time (laser models)
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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

Xerox VersaLink C405

Compared on the cost sub-score

Xerox VersaLink C405 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

HP Neverstop Laser 1202w

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

HP Neverstop Laser 1202w more score per dollar ($359 vs $999).

HP Neverstop Laser 1202w 82
vs
82 Xerox VersaLink C405

Score breakdown

HP Neverstop Laser 1202w
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 80
reliability 80
Xerox VersaLink C405
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 82
reliability 80

Specs side-by-side

HP Neverstop Laser 1202w versus Xerox VersaLink C405 — full spec comparison
Spec HP Neverstop Laser 1202w Xerox VersaLink C405
Type
Mono laser
Color laser AIO
Release year
2020
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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

Xerox VersaLink C405

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

FAQ: HP Neverstop Laser 1202w vs Xerox VersaLink C405

Which is better, HP Neverstop Laser 1202w or Xerox VersaLink C405? +

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 Xerox VersaLink C405 worth the price? +

At $999, Xerox VersaLink C405 delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.

Does HP Neverstop Laser 1202w or Xerox VersaLink C405 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 Neverstop Laser 1202w or Xerox VersaLink C405? +

Xerox VersaLink C405 — leads on cost (82 vs 80). Compared on the cost sub-score.

Which is the better value, HP Neverstop Laser 1202w or Xerox VersaLink C405? +

HP Neverstop Laser 1202w — more score per dollar ($359 vs $999). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.