HP
HP Smart Tank 7301
Inkjet EcoTank · 2022
84
/ 100
From $399
VS
Brother
Brother HL-L2405W
Mono laser
84
/ 100
From $179
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, HP Smart Tank 7301 lands at 84 and Brother HL-L2405W at 84. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick HP Smart Tank 7301 if…
- ✓Wireless printing (most)
- ✓Current-gen firmware
- ✓Mature driver support
Pick Brother HL-L2405W if…
- ✓Wireless printing
- ✓AirPrint/Mopria compatible
- ✓Good first-page-out time (laser models)
HP Smart Tank 7301 84
vs 84 Brother HL-L2405W
Score breakdown
HP Smart Tank 7301
84 speed 80
quality 84
cost 80
reliability 82
Brother HL-L2405W
84 speed 80
quality 84
cost 82
reliability 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | HP Smart Tank 7301 | Brother HL-L2405W |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Inkjet EcoTank | Mono laser |
| Release year | 2022 | — |
HP Smart Tank 7301
Pros
- +Wireless printing (most)
- +Current-gen firmware
- +Mature driver support
Cons
- −Ink/toner subscriptions (HP)
- −Noisy under heavy loads
- −Paper path varies
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 Smart Tank 7301 vs Brother HL-L2405W
Which is better, HP Smart Tank 7301 or Brother HL-L2405W? +
Both score 84 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is HP Smart Tank 7301 worth the price? +
At $399, HP Smart Tank 7301 delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in quality.
Is Brother HL-L2405W worth the price? +
At $179, Brother HL-L2405W delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in quality.
Does HP Smart Tank 7301 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.