Choose HL-960 if you need:
- Higher Replacement Black Toner Yield: 9000 pages vs 1000 pages
- Higher Multipurpose Tray Capacity: 1 sheets vs 0 sheets
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-960 & HP LaserJet Pro MFP M26a
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-960 and LaserJet Pro MFP M26a within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-960 | LaserJet Pro MFP M26a |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | Not supported |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | — | 420 mm |
| Depth | — | 266 mm |
| Height | — | 254 mm |
| Weight | — | 8 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 120 V | 110-127 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | — | 310 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | — | 1.1 W |
| Warranty | — | 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | HP |
| Product Model | HL-960 | LaserJet Pro MFP M26a |
| Product Series | — | LaserJet Pro MFP M26 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-9000 | HP 79A (CF279A) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 500 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 9000 pages | 1000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Executive, Legal, Letter, Envelopes | Letter, Legal, Executive, 8.5 x 13 in, A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS), Envelope C5, Envelope DL |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 355.6 mm | 355.6 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Bond, Recycled, Envelopes, Labels | Laser paper, Plain paper, Photo paper, Rough paper, Vellum, Envelope, Label, Cardstock, Postcard |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | — | 150 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | — | 150 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 1 sheets | 0 sheets |
| Output Capacity | — | 100 sheets |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | — | Flatbed |
| Optical Scan Resolution | — | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | — | 18 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | — | 9.2 s |
| Print Resolution | — | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 5000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 100-1000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | — | 600 MHz |
| Standard Memory | — | 128 MB |
| Maximum Memory | — | 128 MB |
| Internal Storage | — | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | — | Host-based printing |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | — | 18 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | — | 600 x 400 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | — | 99 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | — | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose LaserJet Pro MFP M26a if you need:
- USB
- Mobile Printing: Not supported
- Higher Width: 420 mm
- Higher Depth: 266 mm
What is the difference between HL-960 and LaserJet Pro MFP M26a?
HL-960 and LaserJet Pro MFP M26a share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Maximum Paper Size (Legal), Minimum Custom Media Width (76.2 mm), Maximum Custom Media Width (215.9 mm).
The main differences: Printer Functions (HL-960: Print, LaserJet Pro MFP M26a: Print, Scan, Copy).
HL-960 may suit users who need its differing values, while LaserJet Pro MFP M26a benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.