Brother HL-L2350DW vs Kyocera ECOSYS PA3500wx
Kyocera ECOSYS PA3500wx is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Brother HL-L2350DW | Kyocera ECOSYS PA3500wx |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $679 | $489 |
| After 2 years | $958 | $627 |
| After 3 years | $1,237 | $765 |
Kyocera ECOSYS PA3500wx is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Brother HL-L2350DW | Kyocera ECOSYS PA3500wx |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | laser | laser |
| Color support | mono | mono |
| Device type | single-function | single-function |
| Functions | ||
| Print speed (mono) | — | 37 ppm |
| Resolution | 2400 x 600 | 600 x 600 dpi, Up To Fine 1200 dpi |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 15,000 pages | — |
| Recommended volume | 2,000 pages/mo | — |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | No | No |
| USB | Yes | No |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal | A4, Legal, Letter |
| Weight (kg) | 7.21 | — |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother HL-L2350DW
Cheapest to run: Brother TN730 Standard-yield Black Toner Cartridge — $55.79 · 4.6¢/page · 1,200pg yield
Kyocera ECOSYS PA3500wx
Cheapest to run: Kyocera Black Toner — $68.99 · 2.3¢/page · 3,000pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Kyocera ECOSYS PA3500wx — about 51% lower cost per page (2.3¢ vs 4.6¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Kyocera ECOSYS PA3500wx — $49 less to buy.
Where to buy
Brother HL-L2350DWBuy — $399.99
Kyocera ECOSYS PA3500wxBuy — $351.45
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother HL-L2350DW or the Kyocera ECOSYS PA3500wx?
- The Kyocera ECOSYS PA3500wx — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 51% cheaper per page (2.3¢ vs 4.6¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother HL-L2350DW or the Kyocera ECOSYS PA3500wx?
- The Kyocera ECOSYS PA3500wx is about $49 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother HL-L2350DW and the Kyocera ECOSYS PA3500wx?
- Resolution: Brother HL-L2350DW 2400 x 600, Kyocera ECOSYS PA3500wx 600 x 600 dpi, Up To Fine 1200 dpi. USB: Brother HL-L2350DW Yes, Kyocera ECOSYS PA3500wx No. Paper sizes: Brother HL-L2350DW Letter, Legal, Kyocera ECOSYS PA3500wx A4, Legal, Letter.