Canon imageCLASS LBP6030w vs HP Colour LaserJet Pro M255dw

Detailed Technical Comparison & Buying Guide

Canon imageCLASS LBP6030w

HP Colour LaserJet Pro M255dw

Canon imageCLASS LBP6030w

✅ A rock-solid desktop companion that just works without a fuss.

❌ Wireless setup can sometimes feel like a logic puzzle.

HP Colour LaserJet Pro M255dw

✅ Colour output is remarkably punchy and professional for this price point.

❌ Original HP toner refills can be eye-wateringly expensive.

Feature	Canon imageCLASS LBP6030w	HP Colour LaserJet Pro M255dw
Print Technology	Monochrome Laser	Colour Laser
Colour Output	Black	CMYK
Print Resolution	2400 x 600 dpi	600 x 600 dpi
Black Print Speed (PPM)	19 ppm	22 ppm
Colour Print Speed (PPM)	N/A	22 ppm
First Page Out Time	7.8 sec	10.5 sec
Auto Double-Sided	No	Yes
Input Paper Capacity	150 Sheets	250 Sheets
Output Tray Capacity	100 Sheets	100 Sheets
Supported Paper Sizes	A4, A5, B5	A4, A5, B5
Paper Weight Support	60-163 g/m2	60-220 g/m2
Scanner Type	None	None
Scan Resolution	N/A	N/A
Auto Document Feeder	None	None
Copy Speed	No	No
Wi-Fi Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Ethernet Support	No	Yes
USB Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Mobile Printing Support	Yes	Yes
Display Panel	N/A	N/A
Monthly Duty Cycle	N/A	N/A
Ink/Cartridge System	N/A	N/A
Borderless Printing	N/A	N/A
Width	N/A	N/A
Depth	N/A	N/A
Height	N/A	N/A
Machine Weight	N/A	N/A
Energy Efficiency	N/A	N/A
Noise Level (dB)	N/A	N/A
Processor Speed	N/A	N/A
Internal Memory	N/A	N/A
Cloud Print Support	N/A	N/A
Security Features	N/A	N/A
Compatible OS	N/A	N/A
Included in Box	N/A	N/A
Warranty Period	N/A	N/A
Recommended Use	N/A	N/A

Canon imageCLASS LBP6030w Price HP Colour LaserJet Pro M255dw Price

⚖️ Expert Verdict

Comparing the basic mono Canon 6030w to the high-end color HP M255dw is like comparing a bicycle to a Ferrari. The HP is a powerhouse with a touchscreen and vibrant color, while the Canon is just a simple box that prints black text. If you only print the occasional returns label, the Canon is fine. But for anything that needs to look 'proper,' the HP M255dw is the winner. It’s faster, has more features, and the color output is simply stunning for its size.

What Owners Are Saying?

Canon imageCLASS LBP6030w

Student_Life ★★★★☆

"Cheap and cheerful. Got it for my final year at uni and it hasn't let me down. Proper frugal on the toner too if you buy the compatibles."

HP Colour LaserJet Pro M255dw

Graphic_Ben ★★★★★

"The color accuracy is top-tier for a laser. I use it for proofing layouts before sending them to the big press. The touchscreen is a doddle to use and the mobile integration with the HP app is the best in the business. Proper sorted bit of gear for a creative professional."

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