Choosing an all-in-one in the printers and scanners aisle usually comes down to speed versus simplicity. The HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301FDW is an open-box color laser all-in-one, while the Canon PIXMA TS6420a is a new inkjet all-in-one. They are built for very different workloads. If you print regularly, a faster page rate saves time over the life of the machine. If you print only occasionally, you may not need that speed.
Quick verdict
If you need an all-in-one that can push through regular document printing and handle office extras, the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301FDW is the stronger pick. If you want a new, straightforward machine for occasional color pages and light scanning, the Canon PIXMA TS6420a is the easier call. The HP leans toward a busy small office; the Canon keeps things simple.
At a glance
| Product | Price | Condition | Black print speed | Connectivity | Included functions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301FDW | $229.99 | Open box | 25 ppm | Ethernet (RJ-45), USB 2.0, Wireless | Copier, duplex, fax, scanner |
| Canon PIXMA TS6420a | $69.95 | New | 4 ppm | Wireless, Bluetooth | Copier, scanner |
Where each product wins
- The HP is the choice when your printing volume is steady and you want an all-in-one that can serve a small team. It is built around faster text output and office-oriented features.
- The Canon is the choice when you want a straightforward feature set and a no-fuss machine.
Product notes
HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301FDW Wireless Printer
The HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301FDW should be on your list if you are buying a color laser all-in-one and want a unit that is ready to work. It is an open-box unit that has been fully tested and confirmed to be in clean working order, and its listed black print speed is 25 ppm, which makes it a better fit for regular document jobs. The main catch is what is not in the box: toner cartridges and a power cable are not included, so you will need black, cyan, magenta, and yellow toner (roughly $20 to $60 each) plus a cable for under $10 before your first print job. At $229.99, it is the higher-priced all-in-one here, but you are paying for speed and office features.
Canon PIXMA TS6420a Wireless Inkjet All-In-One Color Printer Black
The Canon PIXMA TS6420a makes sense when you want a new all-in-one without a long list of office obligations. It scans and copies, works over wireless and Bluetooth, and lists 16-bit color depth and grayscale depth for color work. The trade-off is speed: its listed black print speed is 4 ppm, so it is not built for large batch printing. It also lacks fax and automatic duplexing, which keeps the feature set simple but limits it for shared-office use. If you print a few pages at a time, this is the practical option.
Final choice by use case
Choose the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301FDW if you are setting up a home office or small business and want a more productive all-in-one. Choose the Canon PIXMA TS6420a if you want a no-fuss all-in-one for light printing. Both handle the basics; the deciding factor is whether your workload demands the HP's speed and office extras.
