Brother HL-L2460DW vs HP LaserJet M209dw Printer
★ Popular comparison
Brother HL-L2460DW is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Brother HL-L2460DW | HP LaserJet M209dw Printer |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $377 | $461 |
| After 2 years | $573 | $723 |
| After 3 years | $770 | $986 |
Brother HL-L2460DW is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Brother HL-L2460DW | HP LaserJet M209dw Printer |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | laser | laser |
| Color support | mono | mono |
| Device type | single-function | single-function |
| Functions | ||
| 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 | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal | Letter, Legal, A4 |
| Weight (kg) | 7.08 | 5.6 |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother HL-L2460DW
Cheapest to run: Brother TN830XL High Yield Toner — $98.29 · 3.3¢/page · 3,000pg yield
HP LaserJet M209dw Printer
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 HL-L2460DW — about 25% lower cost per page (3.3¢ vs 4.4¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Brother HL-L2460DW — $19 less to buy.
- The fastest printing for a busy or shared office: Brother HL-L2460DW — 36 ppm vs 30 ppm mono.
Where to buy
Brother HL-L2460DWBuy — $179.99
HP LaserJet M209dw PrinterBuy — $199.00
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother HL-L2460DW or the HP LaserJet M209dw Printer?
- The Brother HL-L2460DW — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 25% cheaper per page (3.3¢ vs 4.4¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother HL-L2460DW or the HP LaserJet M209dw Printer?
- The Brother HL-L2460DW is about $19 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother HL-L2460DW and the HP LaserJet M209dw Printer?
- Print speed (mono): Brother HL-L2460DW 36 ppm, HP LaserJet M209dw Printer 30 ppm. Resolution: Brother HL-L2460DW 1200 x 1200, HP LaserJet M209dw Printer 600 x 600. Duty cycle (monthly): Brother HL-L2460DW 35,000 pages, HP LaserJet M209dw Printer 20,000 pages. Recommended volume: Brother HL-L2460DW 2,500 pages/mo, HP LaserJet M209dw Printer 2,000 pages/mo.