HP
HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e
Color inkjet · AIO · 20 ipm
80
/ 100
From $299
VS
Xerox VersaLink C405 wins by 2
Xerox
Xerox VersaLink C405
Color laser AIO
82
/ 100
From $999
Specdex verdict
Xerox VersaLink C405 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e lands at 80 and Xerox VersaLink C405 at 82. That puts Xerox VersaLink C405 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 Xerox VersaLink C405 if…
- ✓Wireless printing
- ✓AirPrint/Mopria compatible
- ✓Good first-page-out time (laser models)
HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e 80
vs 82 Xerox VersaLink C405
Score breakdown
HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e
80 speed 88
quality 86
cost 70
reliability 86
Xerox VersaLink C405
82 speed 78
quality 82
cost 82
reliability 80
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e | Xerox VersaLink C405 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Inkjet AIO | Color laser AIO |
| 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
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 OfficeJet Pro 9025e vs Xerox VersaLink C405
Which is better, HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e or Xerox VersaLink C405? +
Xerox VersaLink C405 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 Xerox VersaLink C405 worth the price? +
At $999, Xerox VersaLink C405 delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.
Does HP OfficeJet Pro 9025e 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.