Choose HL-1260 if you need:
- Higher Width: 371.6 mm vs 355 mm
- Higher Depth: 393 mm vs 279.5 mm
- Higher Height: 326.5 mm vs 205 mm
- Higher Weight: 15 kg vs 5.6 kg
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-1260 & HP M209dw
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-1260 and M209dw within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-1260 | M209dw |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | — | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | Apple AirPrint; HP app; Mopria; Wi-Fi Direct |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | — | Secure Boot; firmware integrity; runtime code integrity; password-protected EWS; TLS 1.2; SNMPv3; encrypted data at rest; account lockout |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 371.6 mm | 355 mm |
| Depth | 393 mm | 279.5 mm |
| Height | 326.5 mm | 205 mm |
| Weight | 15 kg | 5.6 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-120 / 220-240 V | 220-240 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 290 W | 420 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 16 W | 0.5 W |
| Warranty | — | One-year limited warranty |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | HP |
| Product Model | HL-1260 | Laserjet M209dw |
| Product Series | HL | LaserJet M207-M212 |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome laser printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-9000 | W1350A (135A); W1350X (135X) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 6000 pages | 700 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 6000 pages | 2400 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-6000 | — |
| Drum Yield | 20000 pages | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Letter, Legal, Executive | A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS) |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 216 mm | 216 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 148 mm | 152.4 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 356 mm | 356 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Bond, Transparency, Label, Envelope | Cardstock; Envelopes; Labels; Laser paper; Plain paper; Postcards; Rough paper; Vellum |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 135 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 650 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 1150 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 150 sheets | — |
| Output Capacity | 250 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 12 ppm | 29 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | — | 18 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | 20 s | 7 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 20000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 200-2000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | 60 s | 30 s |
| Processor Speed | 20 MHz | 500 MHz |
| Standard Memory | — | 64 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 66 MB | 64 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | PCL 5e, BR-Script 2, HP-GL, Epson FX-850, IBM Proprinter XL | PCLmS; URF; PWG |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose M209dw if you need:
- USB
- Ethernet
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
What is the difference between HL-1260 and M209dw?
HL-1260 and M209dw share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (600 x 600 dpi), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (HL-1260: 12 ppm, M209dw: 29 ppm).
HL-1260 may suit users who need its differing values, while M209dw benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.