Choose M104w if you need:
- Security Features: EWS password, Network port control, SNMP community password
- Higher Drum Yield: 12000 pages vs 9200 pages
- Higher Maximum Input Capacity: 160 sheets
- Higher Maximum Memory: 128 MB
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP M104w & M106w
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models M104w and M106w within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | M104w | M106w |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | Apple AirPrint, HP ePrint, Mopria, Wi-Fi Direct | Apple AirPrint, HP ePrint, Mopria, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Apple AirPrint | Yes | Yes |
| Mopria | Yes | Yes |
| Security Features | EWS password, Network port control, SNMP community password | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 364.7 mm | 364.7 mm |
| Depth | 247.3 mm | 247.3 mm |
| Height | 190.6 mm | 190.6 mm |
| Weight | 4.7 kg | 4.7 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 220-240 V | 220-240 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 380 W | 380 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 0.5 W | 0.5 W |
| Warranty | One-year limited warranty | One-year limited warranty |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | HP |
| Product Model | LaserJet M104w | LaserJet M106w |
| Product Series | LaserJet Pro | LaserJet Ultra |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | CF218A | CF233A |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 1400 pages | 6900 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 1400 pages | 2300 pages |
| Drum Model | CF219A | CF234A |
| Drum Yield | 12000 pages | 9200 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | 216 x 356 mm (custom) | 216 x 356 mm (custom) |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS) | A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS) |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 216 mm | 216 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 356 mm | 356 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Cardstock, Envelopes, Labels, Laser paper, Photo paper, Plain paper, Postcards, Rough paper, Vellum | 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 | 160 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 160 sheets | — |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 150 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 22 ppm | 22 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 7.3 s | 7.3 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 10000 pages/month | 20000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 150-1500 pages/month | 250-2500 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 600 MHz | 600 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 128 MB | 128 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 128 MB | — |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | PCLmS, PWG, URF | PCLmS, PWG, URF |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose M106w if you need:
- Higher Included Black Toner Yield: 6900 pages vs 1400 pages
- Higher Replacement Black Toner Yield: 2300 pages vs 1400 pages
- Higher Monthly Duty Cycle: 20000 pages/month vs 10000 pages/month
What is the difference between M104w and M106w?
M104w and M106w share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), Black Print Speed A4 (22 ppm), Print Resolution (600 x 600 dpi).
The main differences: Product Model (M104w: LaserJet M104w, M106w: LaserJet M106w); Product Series (M104w: LaserJet Pro, M106w: LaserJet Ultra); Black Toner Model (M104w: CF218A, M106w: CF233A); Included Black Toner Yield (M104w: 1400 pages, M106w: 6900 pages).
M104w may suit users who need its differing values, while M106w benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.