Experts prefer HP M479fdw over HP LaserJet Pro M428fdw
On 6 Jan 2025 (2 months ago) we went through 60 Laser Printer expert endorsements .
Currently, HP M479fdw received 1 endorsement from reviewed.usatoday.com (8 May 2023). Meanwhile, HP LaserJet Pro M428fdw did not receive any endorsements this month.
| Rank | Change | Price | Laser Printer | reviewed.usatoday.com  | Popular Science  | Rtings.com  | BestReviews  | Popular Mechanics  | PCMag  | Wirecutter  | Tom's Guide  | TechRadar  | Laptop Mag  |
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| 7 | N/A | Check price |  HP M479fdw The HP Color Laserjet Pro M479fdw is a fast and efficient printer suitable for small to medium-sized businesses that require high-quality printing at a reasonable speed, with a comprehensive range of connectivity options and versatile paper handling system. | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| N/A | N/A | $562 |  HP LaserJet Pro M428fdw | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 8 May 2023 reviewed.usatoday.com ranked HP M479fdw as #1
Rank Laser Printer #1 out of 5 HP M479fdw ... ... Source: reviewed.usatoday.com
As can be seen below, in Jan 2025 neither HP M479fdw nor HP LaserJet Pro M428fdw were recommended by key experts who publish Laser Printers recommendations.
| Rank | Change | Price | Laser Printer | reviewed.usatoday.com | Popular Science | Rtings.com | BestReviews | Popular Mechanics | PCMag | Wirecutter | Tom's Guide | TechRadar | Laptop Mag |
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| 1 | - | $888 |  Canon imageClass MF743Cdw The Canon imageClass MF743Cdw laser printer is a high-performance printer suitable for small to medium-sized businesses that require a printer that can handle different paper sizes and types, with a fast print speed, high-quality prints, and a wide range of connectivity options. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3 | 5 |
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| 2 | - | $140 |  Brother HL-L2460DW | - | - | 4 | 3 | - | - | 2 | - | - | - |
| 3 | - | Check price | 
HP Neverstop MFP 1202w The HP Neverstop MFP 1202w is a monochrome laser printer that offers high-quality black-and-white prints, Wi-Fi and USB connectivity options, and a refillable toner tank system for a lower per-page cost of consumables. | - | 3 | - | - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 4 | - | $399 |  Brother MFCL2750DW The Brother MFCL2750DW is a monochrome laser printer that offers fast and efficient printing of black and white documents, automatic duplex printing, a range of connectivity options, and a single-pass Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) that supports automatic duplexing on up to 50 sheets at a time, making it a convenient option for small businesses or home offices that need to print large volumes of documents. | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3 | 1 | - | - |
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Expert reviews [13]
Total expert reviews: 13
- with a score: 4
- without a score: 9
| Highest score by dreamofficestore.com | 100 |
| Average score based on 13 reviews | 84 |
| Lowest score by William Harrel | 70 |
Score distribution:
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70
High-quality color churner needs cheaper toner
The HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M479fdw is a reliable all-in-one color laser printer with a solid feature set, making it a good choice for small-to-midsize offices. While it may have a higher cost of operation compared to some competitors, it still produces near-typesetter-quality text and can print good quality photos.
+ pros
- Solid feature set, including auto-duplexing ADF, large color touch-screen control panel, and built-in web portal.
- Small footprint and lightweight compared to other laser AIOs.
- Dependable laser printer that produces near-typesetter-quality text and good quality photos.
- cons
- High cost of operation, especially for high-volume printing.
- Slower print speed compared to some competitors.
- Not a photo printer, so may not be the best choice for those who need to print high-quality photos.
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Expert reviews [9]
Total expert reviews: 9
- with a score: 3
- without a score: 6
| Highest score by TechGearLab | 86 |
| Average score based on 9 reviews | 82 |
| Lowest score by Choice | 80 |
Score distribution:
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86
The HP LaserJet Pro M428fdw is a fast and efficient black and white laser printer that is ideal for high-demand home or small office environments. While it has a high initial purchase price, its operating costs are low and it is easy to use.
+ pros
- Fast printing speed, making it ideal for high-demand home or small office environments.
- Good monochrome text quality and resolution, with consistently sharp text.
- Low operating costs once purchased, with a large paper handling input and high monthly duty cycle.
- Easy to set up and use, with a simple touch display and helpful website.
- cons
- High initial purchase price compared to other printers in the lineup.
- Mediocre photo and graphics printing, with fuzzy and distorted images.
- Mobile app is slow and sluggish.
- May be overkill for consumers looking for a more budget-friendly option.
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From Seller:
- BUILT TO KEEP YOUR BUSINESS MOVING FORWARD – Print, scan, copy and fax consistently high-quality documents with the HP Color LaserJet Pro Multifunction M479fdw, a wireless printer designed to let you focus on growing your business.Operating temperature range : 10 to 32.5°C
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From Seller:
- Built to keep your business moving forward – Print, scan, copy and fax consistently high-quality documents with the HP LaserJet Pro Multifunction M428fdw, A wireless printer designed to let you focus on growing your business
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