HP LP2475w - two versions

[thomasbrendan]

I plan to buy a HP LP2475w but when checking on the More Computers web site I found they offer two different versions with different product codes and prices but seemingly the same specs. Product code KD911AT#ABU is £422.86 and product code KD911A4#ABU is £541.86. Both prices include VAT and the warranty is the same. I emailed HP support for an explanation but they simply said that one is a business model and the other a consumer version but surely there must be a some technical differences given that one costs £119 more? Any ideas?

[Lord Filbuster]

Looking at the hp site, the only difference is in the terms of the warranty. Technically they are the same.

[thomasbrendan]

Thanks for confirming the specs are the same - I thought I had missed something. I couldn't find details of the business warranty on the HP site, only the consumer one, but the Morecomputers site lists them as the same which is why I was puzzled over the extra cost. What is the difference in warranty by the way, or do you have a link?

[Lord Filbuster]

The only difference is that with the business one they may let you do a direct swap for a replacement, rather than requiring you to send it to them and wait for it to be repaired.

[jbloggs]

It may be worthwhile buying your LP2475 direct from HP, as when I bought mine, I got a 10% off voucher code given to me (when I registered with them), meaning I got it for £388 delivered...

[thomasbrendan]

Yes, I was thinking of getting it direct from HP. That 10% discount voucher code is still active and quidco also offer 8% off. I'm not sure if I would get both discounts but its worth a try. Many thanks to you both for your advice.

[thomasbrendan]

The monitor arrived this morning - the day after I ordered it - and HP have given me both discounts ie HP 10% and quidco 8%, so the total cost is £345. Result!!