Zebra
Zebra ZD420
Label thermal · 2018
84
/ 100
From $399
VS
Brother
Brother HL-L3290CDW
Color laser AIO · 2022
84
/ 100
From $499
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Zebra ZD420 lands at 84 and Brother HL-L3290CDW at 84. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Zebra ZD420 if…
- ✓Wireless printing (most)
- ✓Current-gen firmware
- ✓Mature driver support
Pick Brother HL-L3290CDW if…
- ✓Wireless printing (most)
- ✓Current-gen firmware
- ✓Mature driver support
Zebra ZD420 84
vs 84 Brother HL-L3290CDW
Score breakdown
Zebra ZD420
84 speed 80
quality 84
cost 80
reliability 82
Brother HL-L3290CDW
84 speed 80
quality 84
cost 80
reliability 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Zebra ZD420 | Brother HL-L3290CDW |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Label thermal | Color laser AIO |
| Release year | 2018 | 2022 |
Zebra ZD420
Pros
- +Wireless printing (most)
- +Current-gen firmware
- +Mature driver support
Cons
- −Ink/toner subscriptions (HP)
- −Noisy under heavy loads
- −Paper path varies
Brother HL-L3290CDW
Pros
- +Wireless printing (most)
- +Current-gen firmware
- +Mature driver support
Cons
- −Ink/toner subscriptions (HP)
- −Noisy under heavy loads
- −Paper path varies
FAQ: Zebra ZD420 vs Brother HL-L3290CDW
Which is better, Zebra ZD420 or Brother HL-L3290CDW? +
Both score 84 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Zebra ZD420 worth the price? +
At $399, Zebra ZD420 delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in quality.
Is Brother HL-L3290CDW worth the price? +
At $499, Brother HL-L3290CDW delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in quality.
Does Zebra ZD420 or Brother HL-L3290CDW 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.