When you're choosing between printers and scanners for your home office, the real question is how much machine you need. The HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw and Canon PIXMA TS3722 are both all-in-one units, but they approach that question from opposite directions. The HP is a laser multifunction built around speed and office routines; the Canon is an inkjet with a home-friendly approach.
Quick verdict: The HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw is the better pick when your home office needs serious text-printing muscle and a broad set of office functions. The Canon PIXMA TS3722 is the better pick when you want a simple all-in-one for a mix of documents and photos. Use the table below to see exactly where they diverge.
Comparison at a glance
| HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw | Canon PIXMA TS3722 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | USD 280.00 | USD 35.20 |
| Condition | Used | New |
| Connectivity | Ethernet (RJ-45), USB 2.0 | Wireless |
| Color Depth | 24 Bit | 16 Bit |
| Grayscale Depth | 24 Bit | 16 Bit |
Where each product wins
The HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw wins for office-heavy workloads. It is the more capable machine when the printer sits at the center of a demanding daily routine. It is built to keep up with a busy workspace, and its feature set matches what you'd expect from an office-style multifunction. If your day involves more printing than scanning, this is the one that feels at home.
The Canon PIXMA TS3722 wins for flexible home use. It is the easier machine to live with when you want one device for occasional documents, photos, and creative projects. It brings a different kind of versatility than a straightforward office machine, and it fits more naturally into a shared family workspace. If your printer tends to sit idle between uses, the Canon is the more approachable choice.
Product notes
#### HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw All-in-One Printer Copier Scanner and Fax
The HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw is the machine to pick when your workspace operates like a small office. The copy function was tested and it printed clean copies, which is reassuring. It ships in the original box with just the printer and power cable, so the package is intentionally minimal. That minimal packaging is the main limitation: you get the essentials and nothing extra, so you may need to add your own accessories. If your workload is heavy on text documents, the HP's 42 ppm black print speed and clean test output make it worth considering.
#### Canon PIXMA TS3722 Wireless All-In-One Inkjet Printer for Home Office
The Canon PIXMA TS3722 is the set-and-forget option for a home desk. It uses a two-cartridge FINE hybrid ink system, with pigment black for sharp text and dye-based colors for vivid photos. Photo paper, envelopes, borderless photos, banners, and PosterArtist Online are all part of its routine, making it a flexible machine for creative projects. The limitation is its 16-bit color depth, which falls short of the HP's 24-bit rating; photo purists who need maximum color range may want the higher-spec model. For a family or student, the Canon's simple wireless setup and media variety make it a strong fit.
Final choice by use case
If your week is mostly long text documents and you want a laser that can also scan, copy, and fax, the HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw is the better fit. Just remember it is a used unit with limited accessories, so be comfortable with that trade-off.
If your week is a mix of homework, photos, and the occasional poster project, the Canon PIXMA TS3722 is the more sensible desk companion. It is new and more aligned with everyday family use, and its media flexibility gives you room to print more than just documents.
