Choosing the right printer for your office in 2025 goes beyond brand loyalty: it’s about balancing cost, speed, reliability, and functionality. For small and medium-sized offices in Mexico, Canon and HP remain the top contenders, each offering models designed for modern workspaces.
From print speed and color quality to automatic document feeders (ADF), duplex printing, WiFi connectivity, and driver support, the choice can significantly impact productivity and operational costs.
In this guide, we compare Canon vs HP printers for 2025 side by side, including total cost of ownership (TCO) scenarios for 12 and 36 months in MXN, helping you make an informed decision for your office.

Cost per Page

Canon Printers:
Canon printers generally offer competitive costs per page, especially in their multifunction inkjet devices. Black and white prints average between MXN 1.5–2 per page, while color pages range from MXN 4–5. Canon's high-yield cartridges and models with refillable tanks can further reduce costs in high-volume print offices.

HP Printers:
HP laser printers often excel in black and white printing, with costs around MXN 1–1.8 per page. Color printing is slightly higher, between MXN 4.5–6 per page. HP's Instant Ink subscription in Mexico can lower frequent color printing costs, but the service might commit offices to recurring payments.

Verdict:
For budget-conscious offices that frequently print in color, Canon inkjet or tank printers may be more economical. HP laser printers are more suitable for high-volume black and white printing.

Speed (Pages per Minute)

Verdict:
HP laser printers typically offer higher speeds in both B/W and color, which is crucial for offices with high print volumes. Canon's color tank printers are slower but offer better cost efficiency per page.

Color Quality

Canon:
Canon is widely recognized for its vibrant and accurate color reproduction, making it ideal for marketing materials, presentations, and office photography.

HP:
HP color laser printers produce sharp text and decent graphics, though subtle color gradients may appear less saturated compared to Canon.

Verdict:
For documents where color is critical, Canon wins. For standard office graphics, HP is sufficient.

Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) and Duplex

Canon:
Most mid-range Canon multifunction printers include a 35–50 sheet ADF and duplex scanning. The duplex printing speed is moderate, typically between 6–8 ppm for double-sided prints.

HP:
HP offers larger ADF capacity (50–100 sheets) and faster duplex printing, often integrated even in smaller models.

Verdict:
For high-volume document scanning and double-sided printing, HP provides better performance.

Connectivity and Drivers

Canon:
Canon supports WiFi, Ethernet, AirPrint, and Mopria. Drivers are generally stable on Windows and Mac, though Linux support is limited. Canon's mobile printing apps are easy to use for offices in Mexico.

HP:
HP excels in connectivity, offering WiFi Direct, cloud printing, AirPrint, and Google Cloud Print. Its drivers are robust and regularly updated for Windows, Mac, and Linux. The HP Smart app allows easy printing and monitoring from mobile devices.

Verdict:
HP provides a slight advantage in connectivity flexibility and driver support.

Service and Support in Mexico

Canon:
Canon has a strong service network in Mexico, with authorized centers in major cities. Response times are reliable, although multifunction equipment repair costs can be higher.

HP:
HP has a broad service and support network, with fast onsite repairs for business clients and proactive maintenance plans. Warranty extensions are available at competitive prices.

Verdict:
HP holds a slight edge in service speed and extended business support.

Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

To assess long-term expenses, we compared a mid-range office printer in 12 and 36-month scenarios (MXN):

Observation
Canon's tank printers stand out for their long-term color printing cost efficiency. HP's monochrome lasers offer lower maintenance and faster speeds, ideal for high-document workload offices.

Final Recommendation

Choose Canon if:

• Color print quality is a priority (marketing, presentations).

• The office volume is moderate and minimizing cost per page is needed.

• Your team values mobile printing from smartphones and tablets.

Choose HP if:

• The office prints large volumes of black and white documents.

• Fast duplex printing and high ADF capacity are required.

• Strong local support and updated drivers are critical for seamless operations.

Invest Smartly, Operate Smarter

For Mexican offices in 2025, the “best” printer is not about brand loyalty, but total cost of ownership, uptime, and adaptability.

Canon might offer durability for creative teams, while HP can reduce downtime in fast-paced offices. Buying outright is not always the only solution. With DITESA’s hardware leasing, IT infrastructure, and managed services, businesses of all sizes can remain flexible, scale quickly, and keep tech costs predictable.

Whether you choose Canon or HP, DITESA ensures your investment aligns with long-term digital transformation.