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Brother HL-L2350DW vs HP LaserJet Pro M404dn

Budget home laser meets office workhorse. The Brother HL-L2350DW is a compact, inexpensive mono laser; the HP LaserJet Pro M404dn is faster, tougher and built for higher volumes.

BrandBrotherHP
TypeLaserLaser
OutputMonochromeMonochrome
CategorySingle-functionSingle-function
Typical price$129$269
FunctionsPrint onlyPrint only
Print speedUp to 32 ppmUp to 40 ppm
Print resolutionUp to 2400 x 600 dpiUp to 4800 x 600 dpi (effective)
ConnectivityWi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, USBEthernet, USB (Wi-Fi optional on dw)
Paper input250-sheet tray + manual feed250-sheet tray + 100-sheet multipurpose
DuplexAutomaticAutomatic
DisplayStatus LEDs2-line LCD
TonerTN-730 / TN-760HP 58A / 58X
Monthly duty cycleUp to 15,000 pagesUp to 80,000 pages
First page outAs fast as 5.3 sec

Choose the Brother HL-L2350DW if…

You want the cheapest reliable mono laser for home use.

View Brother HL-L2350DW

Choose the HP LaserJet Pro M404dn if…

You need office speed, durability and security.

View HP LaserJet Pro M404dn
Our take: For a home office printing modest volumes, the HL-L2350DW delivers laser reliability at a low price. If you print thousands of pages a month and want 40 ppm speed plus stronger security, the M404dn is worth the premium.

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