Choose M106w if you need:
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Apple AirPrint
- Higher Power Consumption Printing: 380 W vs 280 W
- Higher Included Black Toner Yield: 6900 pages vs 1700 pages
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP M106w & Canon LBP151dw
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models M106w and LBP151dw within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | M106w | LBP151dw |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes | — |
| Mobile Printing | Apple AirPrint, HP ePrint, Mopria, Wi-Fi Direct | Canon PRINT Business, Mopria Print Service, Google Cloud Print |
| Apple AirPrint | Yes | — |
| Mopria | Yes | Yes |
| Security Features | — | IP/MAC address filtering, IEEE 802.1X, SNMPv3, HTTPS/IPPS |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 364.7 mm | 391.2 mm |
| Depth | 247.3 mm | 335.3 mm |
| Height | 190.6 mm | 246.4 mm |
| Weight | 4.7 kg | 8.6 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 220-240 V | 120 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 380 W | 280 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 0.5 W | 1.2 W |
| Warranty | One-year limited warranty | 1-year exchange/carry-in warranty (U.S.) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | Canon |
| Product Model | LaserJet M106w | imageCLASS LBP151dw |
| Product Series | LaserJet Ultra | imageCLASS LBP150 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | CF233A | Cartridge 137 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 6900 pages | 1700 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2300 pages | 2400 pages |
| Drum Model | CF234A | — |
| Drum Yield | 9200 pages | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | 216 x 356 mm (custom) | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS) | Letter, Legal, A4, A5, B5, Executive, Statement |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 216 mm | — |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 356 mm | — |
| Supported Media Types | Cardstock, Envelopes, Labels, Laser paper, Photo paper, Plain paper, Postcards, Rough paper, Vellum | Plain, Heavy, Bond, Label, Envelope, Index Card |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 160 sheets | 251 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | — | 251 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 150 sheets | 1 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | — | Yes |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 22 ppm | 28 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | — | 16 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | 7.3 s | 8 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 20000 pages/month | 15000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 250-2500 pages/month | — |
| Processor Speed | 600 MHz | — |
| Standard Memory | 128 MB | 512 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | — |
| Print Languages | PCLmS, PWG, URF | UFR II LT, PCL 6 |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose LBP151dw if you need:
- Ethernet
- Security Features: IP/MAC address filtering, IEEE 802.1X, SNMPv3, HTTPS/IPPS
- Higher Width: 391.2 mm vs 364.7 mm
- Higher Depth: 335.3 mm vs 247.3 mm
What is the difference between M106w and LBP151dw?
M106w and LBP151dw share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (600 x 600 dpi), USB (Yes).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (M106w: 22 ppm, LBP151dw: 28 ppm); Automatic Duplex Printing (M106w: —, LBP151dw: Yes).
M106w may suit users who need its differing values, while LBP151dw benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.