Brother DCP-L2640DW vs HP LaserJet MFP M234dwe
Brother DCP-L2640DW is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Brother DCP-L2640DW | HP LaserJet MFP M234dwe |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $407 | $501 |
| After 2 years | $603 | $763 |
| After 3 years | $800 | $1,026 |
Brother DCP-L2640DW is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Brother DCP-L2640DW | HP LaserJet MFP M234dwe |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | laser | laser |
| Color support | mono | mono |
| Device type | multifunction | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy | print, scan, copy |
| Print speed (mono) | 36 ppm | 30 ppm |
| Resolution | 1200 x 1200 | 600 x 600 |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 35,000 pages | 20,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | 2,500 pages/mo | 2,000 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | Yes | No |
| Display | — | 1.27-inch Icon LCD |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | Yes |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal, A4 | Letter, Legal, A4 |
| Weight (kg) | 11.34 | 7.6 |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother DCP-L2640DW
Cheapest to run: Brother TN830XL High Yield Toner — $98.29 · 3.3¢/page · 3,000pg yield
HP LaserJet MFP M234dwe
Cheapest to run: HP 134X High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge — $104.89 · 4.4¢/page · 2,400pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Brother DCP-L2640DW — about 25% lower cost per page (3.3¢ vs 4.4¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Brother DCP-L2640DW — $29 less to buy.
- The fastest printing for a busy or shared office: Brother DCP-L2640DW — 36 ppm vs 30 ppm mono.
Where to buy
Brother DCP-L2640DWBuy — $209.99
HP LaserJet MFP M234dweBuy — $239.00
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother DCP-L2640DW or the HP LaserJet MFP M234dwe?
- The Brother DCP-L2640DW — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 25% cheaper per page (3.3¢ vs 4.4¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother DCP-L2640DW or the HP LaserJet MFP M234dwe?
- The Brother DCP-L2640DW is about $29 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother DCP-L2640DW and the HP LaserJet MFP M234dwe?
- Print speed (mono): Brother DCP-L2640DW 36 ppm, HP LaserJet MFP M234dwe 30 ppm. Resolution: Brother DCP-L2640DW 1200 x 1200, HP LaserJet MFP M234dwe 600 x 600. Duty cycle (monthly): Brother DCP-L2640DW 35,000 pages, HP LaserJet MFP M234dwe 20,000 pages. Recommended volume: Brother DCP-L2640DW 2,500 pages/mo, HP LaserJet MFP M234dwe 2,000 pages/mo.