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HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e — Color inkjet · AIO · 20 ipm
HP

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e

Color inkjet · AIO · 20 ipm

80
/ 100
From $299
VS
Lexmark MB2236adw wins by 2
Lexmark MB2236adw — Mono laser AIO · 2020
Lexmark

Lexmark MB2236adw

Mono laser AIO · 2020

82
/ 100
From $299
Specdex verdict

Lexmark MB2236adw takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e lands at 80 and Lexmark MB2236adw at 82. That puts Lexmark MB2236adw ahead by 2 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 Lexmark MB2236adw 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

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e

Compared on the quality sub-score

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e leads on quality (86 vs 82).

Speed

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e

Compared on the speed sub-score

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e leads on speed (88 vs 78).

Reliability

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e

Compared on the reliability sub-score

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e leads on reliability (86 vs 80).

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

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

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e 80
vs
82 Lexmark MB2236adw

Score breakdown

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e
80
speed 88
quality 86
cost 70
reliability 86
Lexmark MB2236adw
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 80
reliability 80

Specs side-by-side

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e versus Lexmark MB2236adw — full spec comparison
Spec HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e Lexmark MB2236adw
Type
Inkjet AIO
Mono laser AIO
Speed
20 ipm
Connectivity
Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet
ADF
Yes
Release year
2020

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

Lexmark MB2236adw

Pros
  • +Wireless printing (most)
  • +Current-gen firmware
  • +Mature driver support
Cons
  • Ink/toner subscriptions (HP)
  • Noisy under heavy loads
  • Paper path varies

FAQ: HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e vs Lexmark MB2236adw

Which is better, HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e or Lexmark MB2236adw? +

Lexmark MB2236adw scores 82 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. 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 Lexmark MB2236adw worth the price? +

At $299, Lexmark MB2236adw delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.

Does HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e or Lexmark MB2236adw 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 quality, HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e or Lexmark MB2236adw? +

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e — leads on quality (86 vs 82). Compared on the quality sub-score.

Which is better for speed, HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e or Lexmark MB2236adw? +

HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e — leads on speed (88 vs 78). Compared on the speed sub-score.