Choosing between a laser all-in-one and a color inkjet is a classic printers-and-scanners dilemma: it comes down to how much you print and where you plan to put the machine. The HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw is a laser all-in-one, while the Canon PIXMA TS6420a is a new color inkjet. They're both all-in-one units, but they solve different problems.
Quick Verdict
Pick the HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw if your printing load is heavy and you want a single machine for your office. Pick the Canon PIXMA TS6420a if you want a new, easy-to-place color printer for lighter home use.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw | Canon PIXMA TS6420a |
|---|---|---|
| Price | USD 280.00 | USD 69.95 |
| Black print speed | 42 ppm | 4 ppm |
| Color depth | 24 Bit | 16 Bit |
| Connectivity | Ethernet (RJ-45), USB 2.0 | Wireless, Bluetooth |
| Condition | Used | New |
| Key features | Scanner, copier, networkable, fax, duplex | Scanner, copier |
Where Each Product Wins
The HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw is the more capable machine for a shared desk. It brings the kind of features you expect from a serious office all-in-one, and it's built to stay busy all day.
The Canon PIXMA TS6420a is the more flexible home companion. It arrives new, works from anywhere without cables, and keeps the upfront cost low-though you'll wait longer for each page.
Product Notes
HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw All-in-One Printer Copier Scanner and Fax
With a 42 ppm black print speed, the HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw is built for getting multi-page documents out quickly. It connects over Ethernet or USB 2.0, which makes it a dependable office machine, and it adds fax capability plus duplex printing on top of scanning and copying. This unit ships in its original box with the printer and power cable only; the seller says the copy function was tested and it printed clean copies. Because it's sold as used, you'll want to inspect it when it arrives, but the core office features are here. It's the more substantial machine in this head-to-head, and the one that will keep up with a busy desk.
Canon PIXMA TS6420a Wireless Inkjet All-In-One Color Printer Black
The Canon PIXMA TS6420a is a new wireless inkjet that prints in color and connects over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth for flexible placement. It scans and copies, making it a straightforward all-in-one for home paperwork and school projects. The black print speed of 4 ppm is the biggest trade-off; you won't want to stand and wait for a long document. It also uses a different workflow than the HP: you connect over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth rather than plugging in a network cable, so setup feels more like pairing a phone than wiring a printer. For occasional bursts of printing, this is a practical, low-stress option.
Final Choice by Use Case
If you run a busy home office or handle large text-heavy print jobs, the HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw is the more capable machine, and its $280 price reflects that. If you want to save money and need a color printer that works from anywhere in the room, the Canon PIXMA TS6420a at $69.95 is the clear pick. Match the machine to your print volume, and you'll get the right all-in-one without paying for features you don't use.
