Choose HL-960 if you need:
- Higher Replacement Black Toner Yield: 9000 pages vs 2300 pages
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Width: 76.2 mm vs 76 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-960 & HP M106w
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-960 and M106w within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-960 | M106w |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | Apple AirPrint, HP ePrint, Mopria, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | — | 364.7 mm |
| Depth | — | 247.3 mm |
| Height | — | 190.6 mm |
| Weight | — | 4.7 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 120 V | 220-240 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | — | 380 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | — | 0.5 W |
| Warranty | — | One-year limited warranty |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | HP |
| Product Model | HL-960 | LaserJet M106w |
| Product Series | — | LaserJet Ultra |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-9000 | CF233A |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 6900 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 9000 pages | 2300 pages |
| Drum Model | — | CF234A |
| Drum Yield | — | 9200 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | 216 x 356 mm (custom) |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Executive, Legal, Letter, Envelopes | A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS) |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 216 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 355.6 mm | 356 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Bond, Recycled, Envelopes, Labels | Cardstock, Envelopes, Labels, Laser paper, Photo paper, Plain paper, Postcards, Rough paper, Vellum |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | — | 160 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 1 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Output Capacity | — | 100 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | — | 22 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | — | 7.3 s |
| Print Resolution | — | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 20000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 250-2500 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | — | 600 MHz |
| Standard Memory | — | 128 MB |
| Internal Storage | — | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | — | PCLmS, PWG, URF |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose M106w if you need:
- USB
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Mobile Printing: Apple AirPrint, HP ePrint, Mopria, Wi-Fi Direct
What is the difference between HL-960 and M106w?
HL-960 and M106w share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), Product Type (Monochrome Laser Printer), Minimum Custom Media Length (127 mm).
The main differences: USB (HL-960: —, M106w: Yes); Wi-Fi (HL-960: —, M106w: Yes); Wi-Fi Direct (HL-960: —, M106w: Yes); Mobile Printing (HL-960: —, M106w: Apple AirPrint, HP ePrint, Mopria, Wi-Fi Direct).
HL-960 may suit users who need its differing values, while M106w benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.