HP LaserJet Pro M501dn Black and white Printer, Ethernet Only; Duplex

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The HP LaserJet Pro M501dn is a solid “office workhorse” for a shared desk or small team that prints a lot and wants something that just keeps going. The Ethernet-only setup is perfect if you’ve already got a wired network and you don’t want the faff of chasing Wi‑Fi drivers or reconnects. Duplex printing is the real value here—double‑sided by default saves paper and time, and that quickly outweighs the higher upfront cost versus cheaper single-sided models.

That said, I wouldn’t buy this for light, occasional printing. At around £274 ex‑VAT, you’re paying for throughput, reliability, and the cost efficiency that comes from staying in its comfort zone—regular print jobs, standard business documents, and minimal surprises. If you need mobile printing, scanning, or lots of “zero-touch” cloud workflows, this printer won’t be your friend (and you’ll end up looking at different models). For most UK small offices with proper network infrastructure and a genuine print volume, though, it’s a sensible, low-risk choice.