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HP Smart Tank 7301 — Inkjet EcoTank · 2022
HP

HP Smart Tank 7301

Inkjet EcoTank · 2022

84
/ 100
From $399
VS
Brother HL-L2405W — Mono laser
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)
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Quality

Tie

Compared on the quality sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Reliability

Tie

Compared on the reliability sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Cost

Brother HL-L2405W

Compared on the cost sub-score

Brother HL-L2405W leads on cost (82 vs 80).

Value for money

Brother HL-L2405W

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Brother HL-L2405W more score per dollar ($179 vs $399).

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

HP Smart Tank 7301 versus Brother HL-L2405W — full spec comparison
Spec HP Smart Tank 7301 Brother HL-L2405W
Type
Inkjet EcoTank
Mono laser
Release year
2022
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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.

Which is better for cost, HP Smart Tank 7301 or Brother HL-L2405W? +

Brother HL-L2405W — leads on cost (82 vs 80). Compared on the cost sub-score.

Which is the better value, HP Smart Tank 7301 or Brother HL-L2405W? +

Brother HL-L2405W — more score per dollar ($179 vs $399). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.