HP
HP Neverstop Laser 1202w
Mono laser · 2020
82
/ 100
From $359
VS
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)
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
| Spec | HP Neverstop Laser 1202w | Xerox VersaLink C405 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Mono laser | Color laser AIO |
| Release year | 2020 | — |
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.