Quick Take
Choosing a printer-scanner is less about picking a box and more about matching the machine to the way you actually work. The four all-in-one models here span from $69.95 to $280, and each serves a different corner of the market. The HP PageWide Pro MFP 577dw is a refurbished high-volume color all-in-one. The HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw is a used networked laser with a 42 ppm black print speed. The Canon PIXMA TS6420a is a new entry-level inkjet, and the Epson Workforce WF-2950 is a new wireless color all-in-one with fax and an automatic document feeder. The decision comes down to speed, condition, fax, and how much color you really print.
Listed Price Comparison
| Product | Listed Price | Price Bar |
|---|---|---|
| HP PageWide Pro MFP 577dw (Refurbished) | $239.99 | |
| HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw (Used) | $280.00 | |
| Canon PIXMA TS6420a | $69.95 | |
| Epson Workforce WF-2950 | $100.20 |
Decision Matrix
| If you need... | Consider... | Why it fits |
|---|---|---|
| High-volume color printing in a shared office | HP PageWide Pro MFP 577dw | PageWide speed, automatic two-sided printing, color touchscreen |
| Fast black-and-white output with fax and networking | HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw | 42 ppm mono, scanner, copier, fax, duplex, Ethernet/USB |
| Low-cost home printing and scanning | Canon PIXMA TS6420a | New wireless inkjet with scanner, copier, and Bluetooth |
| Small office color with fax and document feeding | Epson Workforce WF-2950 | New wireless all-in-one with fax, ADF, and 5760 dpi output |
Product Notes
HP PageWide Pro MFP 577dw
This refurbished all-in-one is aimed at busy workgroups that need color printing, scanning, copying, and faxing in one machine. It includes an automatic document feeder, automatic two-sided printing, and a color touchscreen control panel. The PageWide technology is designed to keep color pages moving quickly, which makes it a practical fit if your office prints mixed documents throughout the day. Connectivity covers Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, NFC, Ethernet, and USB, so you can place it almost anywhere on the network. The limitation is the condition: it is listed as Excellent - Refurbished, not new. If you are comfortable with refurbished business equipment and need high-volume color, this is the one to start with.
HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw
The LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw takes a different route: 42 ppm black print speed, 24-bit color depth, and a feature set that includes scanner, copier, fax, duplex, and networking. It connects through Ethernet and USB 2.0, so this is a printer for a wired office rather than a casual desktop setup. It ships in the original box with only the printer and power cable, and the description notes that the copy function was tested and clean copies were printed. The main limitation is that it is used rather than new, and the package is minimal: the original box, the printer, and the power cable. For a workgroup that wants fast monochrome output and doesn't mind a used unit, this is worth a close look.
Canon PIXMA TS6420a
The PIXMA TS6420a is the simplest new machine in this group and works best as an everyday home printer-scanner. It is a wireless inkjet with Bluetooth as an added connection option, and its listed features are printing, scanning, and copying. The 16-bit color depth and grayscale depth are worth noting for a printer in this class. The trade-off is output speed: the black print speed is listed at 4 ppm, so it is not designed for long runs. If you need a fuss-free unit for occasional documents and photos, this Canon keeps things simple. It is also a new unit, which may appeal if you want to avoid refurbished or used hardware.
Epson Workforce WF-2950
The Epson Workforce WF-2950 sits between the home Canon and the heavier HP machines. It is a new wireless color all-in-one that covers print, scan, copy, and fax, and it adds an automatic document feeder and a 2.4-inch display. Maximum print resolution is listed at 5760 dpi, so it can handle detailed color work. Output speed is the limiting factor: monochrome pages per minute are listed at 10 ppm, with copy speed at 7 ppm. That is fine for a small office, but not for high-volume production. For a user who wants fax and color in a new unit, the WF-2950 is a balanced middle-ground choice.
Final Recommendation by Use Case
Choose the HP PageWide Pro MFP 577dw when your workload is color-heavy and the volume justifies a refurbished business all-in-one. Choose the HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101fdw when monochrome speed and a full MFP feature set are the priority and you are comfortable buying used. Choose the Canon PIXMA TS6420a for a simple, new inkjet for light, everyday tasks. Choose the Epson Workforce WF-2950 when you want a new all-in-one with the functions a small office needs.
