HP Color LaserJet Pro LaserJet Pro 4302fdn Multifunction Color Printer, Ethernet Only; Copier, Scanner

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At £458.64 ex‑VAT, this feels like a sensible “workhorse” choice if you genuinely need a colour laser all‑in‑one with Ethernet and you’re doing regular scanning/copying, not just the occasional print. The main upside is reliability and predictable output: laser colour tends to be far less hassle than inkjets for office throughput, and the 4302‑series generally fits that UK SMB pattern of “print often, don’t want drama, just get documents out.” If you’re sharing it over the network in a small team, the Ethernet-only approach also keeps things straightforward and avoids the usual wireless setup faff.

That said, I wouldn’t buy it if you’re cost-sensitive on running expenses and you expect low-volume colour. With colour lasers, total cost is driven by toner usage and whether your workflows keep the machine active; if you mainly print black and white or only a few pages a week, you’ll often be better served by a monochrome model or a cheaper mono laser MFP and let colour be occasional. Also, since it’s a multifunction, you should be sure you actually need scanning as part of daily ops—otherwise you’re paying for capability you won’t use. If your use is steady office docs (reports, brochures in small runs, scan-to-email/storage), this is a fair value pick; if your usage is sporadic or mostly mono, it’s likely not the best value.