Our take
The HP LaserJet Pro M118dw is a print-only monochrome model for a small office that wants more than a direct USB connection. HP's technical guide identifies product 4PA39A and lists up to 30 pages per minute on Letter paper, automatic duplex, a 250-sheet main tray plus a 10-sheet priority feed, Ethernet, USB and Wi-Fi Direct. The saved Amazon page identifies the exact 4PA39A#BGJ variant and ASIN used for the tagged purchase link. The sources do not establish a recommended monthly range, current supply status or condition of any individual offer, so those remain separate buying questions.
A small office that needs wired networking, direct wireless printing and automatic duplex from a monochrome printer..
Skip it if you need color, scanning, copy, fax, or a verified recommended monthly-volume range before selecting an office printer.
Pros & cons
What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.
What works in its favor
- HP confirms automatic duplex and a 250-sheet main tray plus 10-sheet priority feed.
- Ethernet, USB and Wi-Fi Direct are documented for the exact M118dw product.
- The linked Amazon product page confirms the exact 4PA39A#BGJ model and ASIN B07HB6NPP4.
What to weigh up
- It is a monochrome print-only printer with no documented copier, scanner or fax function.
- The saved packet does not provide a recommended monthly-volume range for workload matching.
- Current toner availability, driver compatibility, price and the condition of a used unit are not claimed.
The key details
| Model covered | M118dw |
|---|---|
| Main functions | Print only |
| Print output | Monochrome laser; up to 30 ppm Letter / 28 ppm A4 |
| Two-sided printing | Automatic duplex |
Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 4, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.
What the features mean for you
A capable mono printer for a small office
HP lists up to 30 pages per minute on Letter paper and 28 ppm on A4 for the M118dw. These are maker ratings rather than measured output from a particular device. The 250-sheet main tray and 10-sheet priority feed give a more substantial standard paper reserve than compact personal models, while the printer remains single-function. It does not handle copy or scan work. Choose it for a print queue where black output, automatic duplex and a shareable connection matter; if document digitizing or fax is required, compare an all-in-one instead of treating speed as a substitute for functions.
Automatic duplex supports routine two-sided jobs
The HP technical guide confirms automatic duplex printing. That feature can reduce manual handling for reports, forms and longer documents. The source also distinguishes the M118dw's 250-sheet main tray and 10-sheet priority feed. Those capacities describe the exact product, but do not establish that trays or feed parts are intact on a used machine. Verify paper pickup, duplex output and the state of the priority feed before buying secondhand. No duplex scanning is implied because this is a printer-only model; the documented capability concerns printing both sides of paper.
Wired and direct wireless connections are both documented
HP lists Ethernet and USB, and the guide also identifies Wi-Fi Direct. The Ethernet port supports a wired network plan, while Wi-Fi Direct permits a device-to-printer path without asserting that every general Wi-Fi environment or app will behave a particular way. The exact model's source set supports the matching profile's wireless and Ethernet attributes. If your setup depends on a managed office network, check the actual network policy and driver requirements. A listing should still be checked for the M118dw suffix and working ports; specifications do not inspect the seller's physical unit.
The workload recommendation is not in the saved packet
Unlike some models in this comparison, the saved M118dw materials do not state a comparable recommended monthly page range. The printer's speed and tray capacity should not be used as a substitute for that value, and a maximum duty-cycle ceiling should not be presented as the recommended target. I leave both monthly range endpoints unknown. If you print a high number of pages, ask HP for a suitable official workload figure or compare a model with one clearly specified. For an ordinary small office, the confirmed network and duplex features may matter more than a missing monthly range, but the uncertainty should be visible.
Exact identity and offer condition are separate
The saved Amazon page names the precise M118dw variant 4PA39A#BGJ and shows ASIN B07HB6NPP4, which supports the direct product destination used here. It does not prove the condition of a current or future listing, the cartridges included, live availability or price. Check the title and product label before ordering, especially if a seller's description merges similar HP models. For a used unit, ask for a test page, inspect the tray and duplex path, and confirm return terms. The manufacturer specification remains a model fact; current offer details must be verified when purchasing.
What else to compare
For scanning, copying or fax, compare an exact-model MFP such as a documented Canon or Lexmark model; for another compact mono printer, compare the M15w's Wi-Fi trade-offs.
Before you buy
Does the M118dw have automatic duplex?
Yes. HP's saved exact-model guide confirms automatic two-sided printing for the M118dw.
Can it connect by Ethernet and Wi-Fi?
HP lists Ethernet, USB and Wi-Fi Direct; check network requirements for the setup you plan to use.
Is B07HB6NPP4 confirmed as the M118dw?
The saved Amazon detail page identifies the M118dw variant 4PA39A#BGJ with that ASIN.
Where can I check the current price?
Use the Amazon link for current offers. Check the exact model, seller, product condition, delivery, and return terms. This page does not display a live price or confirm stock.
Sources & review basis
We use the following manufacturer documentation for the product features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.
- HP M118dw technical specifications ↗ — checked October 4, 2026.
- Amazon M118dw exact product page, model 4PA39A#BGJ and ASIN ↗Paid link · We may earn a commission. — checked October 4, 2026.
- HP M118dw technical specifications, tray, duplex, interfaces and speed ↗ — checked October 4, 2026.
The decision
The M118dw suits small-office monochrome printing when automatic duplex and wired or direct wireless access are useful. Confirm unit condition and current supplies; the cited sources do not provide a recommended monthly range.
Is it the right fit?
Check the exact model and today’s offers on Amazon.