Choose M1537dnf if you need:
- Fax
- Higher Maximum Custom Media Width: 215.9 mm
- Higher Maximum Custom Media Length: 355.6 mm
- Automatic Duplex Printing
printpedia
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP M1537dnf & Canon MF232w
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models M1537dnf and MF232w within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | M1537dnf | MF232w |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | Canon PRINT Business, Apple AirPrint, Mopria Print Service |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | — | IP/MAC address filtering, IEEE 802.1X, SNMPv3, HTTPS/IPPS |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | — | 391.2 mm |
| Depth | — | 373.4 mm |
| Height | — | 312.4 mm |
| Weight | — | 10.8 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | — | 120 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | — | 420 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | — | 1.1 W |
| Warranty | — | 1-year limited exchange/carry-in warranty (U.S.) |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | Yes | — |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | Canon |
| Product Model | LaserJet M1537dnf MFP | imageCLASS MF232w |
| Product Series | LaserJet Pro M1530 | imageCLASS MF230 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome laser multifunction printer | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print; Scan; Copy; Fax | Print, Scan, Copy |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | CE278A (78A) | Cartridge 137 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 1700 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2100 pages | 2400 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4; A5; B5 (JIS); C5; DL; Executive; Legal; Letter; Monarch | Letter, Legal, Executive, Statement |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 355.6 mm | — |
| Supported Media Types | Envelopes; Labels; Letterhead; Plain paper; Preprinted paper; Prepunched paper; Recycled paper; Rough paper; Transparencies | Plain, Color, Recycled, Heavy, Bond, Label, Envelope |
| Minimum Media Weight | — | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | — | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | — | 251 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | — | 251 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | — | 1 sheets |
| Output Capacity | — | 100 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | — |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed; ADF | Flatbed |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 1200 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | — | 24 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | — | 6 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 15000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 500-2000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | — | 14 s |
| Standard Memory | — | 256 MB |
| Print Languages | PostScript 3 | UFR II LT |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | — | 24 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | — | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | — | 999 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | — | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MF232w if you need:
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Mobile Printing: Canon PRINT Business, Apple AirPrint, Mopria Print Service
- Apple AirPrint
What is the difference between M1537dnf and MF232w?
M1537dnf and MF232w share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (600 x 600 dpi), USB (Yes), Ethernet (Yes).
The main differences: Printer Functions (M1537dnf: Print; Scan; Copy; Fax, MF232w: Print, Scan, Copy); Automatic Duplex Printing (M1537dnf: Yes, MF232w: —).
M1537dnf may suit users who need its differing values, while MF232w benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.