HP
HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e
Color inkjet · AIO · 20 ipm
80
/ 100
From $299
VS
Brother HL-L2405W wins by 4
Brother
Brother HL-L2405W
Mono laser
84
/ 100
From $179
Specdex verdict
Brother HL-L2405W takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e lands at 80 and Brother HL-L2405W at 84. That puts Brother HL-L2405W ahead by 4 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e if…
- ✓Fast 20 ipm color
- ✓Solid AIO with ADF
- ✓Smart features via HP+
Pick Brother HL-L2405W if…
- ✓Wireless printing
- ✓AirPrint/Mopria compatible
- ✓Good first-page-out time (laser models)
HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e 80
vs 84 Brother HL-L2405W
Score breakdown
HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e
80 speed 88
quality 86
cost 70
reliability 86
Brother HL-L2405W
84 speed 80
quality 84
cost 82
reliability 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e | Brother HL-L2405W |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Inkjet AIO | Mono laser |
| Speed | 20 ipm | — |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet | — |
| ADF | Yes | — |
HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e
Pros
- +Fast 20 ipm color
- +Solid AIO with ADF
- +Smart features via HP+
Cons
- −Instant Ink subscription locks cartridges
- −HP DRM controversial
- −Runs out of ink quickly
Brother HL-L2405W
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 OfficeJet Pro 9025e vs Brother HL-L2405W
Which is better, HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e or Brother HL-L2405W? +
Brother HL-L2405W scores 84 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e worth the price? +
At $299, HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in speed.
Is Brother HL-L2405W worth the price? +
At $179, Brother HL-L2405W delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in quality.
Does HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e or Brother HL-L2405W 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.