When you're shopping for a home office printer, the biggest fork in the road is laser versus inkjet. The Brother HL-L2405W Wireless Monochrome Laser Printer and the Canon PIXMA TS3722 Wireless All-In-One Inkjet Printer sit on opposite sides of that divide, and their prices are just as far apart: $106.79 for the Brother versus $35.20 for the Canon. That $71.59 gap forces you to think about what you'll actually print, not just what you want to spend. Here's a head-to-head look to help you choose.
Quick verdict
The Brother HL-L2405W is the choice if your printing is mostly black text and you want fast, crisp, low-touch printing. It cranks out up to 30 ISO pages per minute, has a 250-sheet paper tray, and supports automatic duplexing. The Canon PIXMA TS3722 is the pick if you need color, want to print photos and envelopes, and prefer the lowest upfront price. It also adds a scanner, so it's a true all-in-one for light home use.
At a glance
| Brother HL-L2405W | Canon PIXMA TS3722 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $106.79 | $35.20 |
| Type | Monochrome laser | Color inkjet all-in-one |
| Speed | Up to 30 ppm | Fast for home use |
| Connectivity | Wireless, USB 2.0, Ethernet | Wireless |
| Notable features | Duplex, networkable, 250-sheet tray | Scanner, borderless photos, hybrid ink |
Where the Brother HL-L2405W wins
The Brother HL-L2405W is built for text-heavy work. Its 30-ppm black print speed means a 10-page report is out in about 20 seconds, and the 250-sheet tray means you don't have to top it off every few jobs. Automatic duplexing cuts paper use in half when you're printing double-sided, and the networkable design lets you share it across devices. Connectivity options include dual-band wireless, USB 2.0, and Ethernet, so it fits both a tidy home desk and a more wired setup. If your daily printing is invoices, contracts, or study notes, this laser will do it without drama.
Where the Canon PIXMA TS3722 wins
The Canon PIXMA TS3722 costs less than a third of the Brother's price, but it brings color to the table. It's a true all-in-one with a scanner, and it uses a hybrid ink system: pigment black for sharp text and dye-based colors for vivid photos. You can print on plain paper, envelopes, photo paper, and even banners, with support for borderless output up to 8.5 x 14 inches. Set up is straightforward, and wireless connectivity keeps the desk clutter-free. For a family or student who prints a mix of assignments, photos, and the occasional craft project, this Canon is a very accessible entry point.
Product notes
Brother HL-L2405W
If your printing is mostly black-and-white text, the Brother HL-L2405W is the sensible pick. It's fast, with a 30-ppm black print speed, and the 250-sheet tray cuts down on paper refills. Duplex printing is automatic, so you can save paper without flipping pages manually. You can connect wirelessly or via USB 2.0, and the Ethernet port gives you a stable wired option for a small office. The main limitation is obvious: it's monochrome only. If you need a colored chart, photo, or a bold document, this printer won't deliver it. It's a purpose-built machine for text-heavy workflows, not for creative color projects.
Canon PIXMA TS3722
The Canon PIXMA TS3722 is the low-price, high-flexibility choice. For $35.20, you get an all-in-one that prints documents and photos, scans, and handles a wide range of media types from envelopes to borderless photo paper. The hybrid ink system uses pigment black for crisp text and dye-based colors for vivid images, which makes it a good match for mixed home printing. It's wireless, so you can place it anywhere and print from your phone or laptop. The tradeoff is speed and volume: it's an inkjet, so long multi-page text jobs will take longer than a laser, and there's no Ethernet port if you prefer a hardwired connection. It's best for lighter home use.
Final choice by use case
Choose the Brother HL-L2405W if you print mostly black-and-white text, need speed, and want automatic duplexing plus a wired network option. It's the more capable workhorse, but you'll pay a higher upfront price. Choose the Canon PIXMA TS3722 if you need color, photos, and a scanner, and your print volume is modest. It's the budget-friendly all-in-one that lets you do more for less money, as long as you don't need laser speed.
