Brother HL-L2480DW vs Lexmark MS331dn
Brother HL-L2480DW is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Brother HL-L2480DW | Lexmark MS331dn |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $447 | $479 |
| After 2 years | $643 | $689 |
| After 3 years | $840 | $899 |
Brother HL-L2480DW is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Brother HL-L2480DW | Lexmark MS331dn |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | laser | laser |
| Color support | mono | mono |
| Device type | multifunction | single-function |
| Functions | print, scan, copy | |
| Print speed (mono) | — | 40 ppm |
| Resolution | 1200 x 1200 | Black: 2400 IQ (2400 x 600 dpi), 600 x 600 dpi |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 35,000 pages | 50,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | 2,500 pages/mo | 5,000 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | Yes | No |
| Display | — | 2-line All Points Addressable (APA) monochrome LCD display |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | No |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal, A4 | Letter, Legal, A4 |
| Weight (kg) | 10.07 | 9.34 |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother HL-L2480DW
Cheapest to run: Brother TN830XL High Yield Toner — $98.29 · 3.3¢/page · 3,000pg yield
Lexmark MS331dn
Cheapest to run: Lexmark MS/MX331, 431, MX432 Return Program 3K Toner Cartridge — $104.99 · 3.5¢/page · 3,000pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Brother HL-L2480DW — about 6% lower cost per page (3.3¢ vs 3.5¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Brother HL-L2480DW — $19 less to buy.
- If you need scanning and copying: Brother HL-L2480DW — it adds scanning and copying, which the Lexmark MS331dn doesn't do.
Where to buy
Brother HL-L2480DWBuy — $249.99
Lexmark MS331dnBuy — $269.00
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother HL-L2480DW or the Lexmark MS331dn?
- The Brother HL-L2480DW — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 6% cheaper per page (3.3¢ vs 3.5¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother HL-L2480DW or the Lexmark MS331dn?
- The Brother HL-L2480DW is about $19 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother HL-L2480DW and the Lexmark MS331dn?
- Device type: Brother HL-L2480DW multifunction, Lexmark MS331dn single-function. Functions: Brother HL-L2480DW print, scan, copy, Lexmark MS331dn print. Resolution: Brother HL-L2480DW 1200 x 1200, Lexmark MS331dn Black: 2400 IQ (2400 x 600 dpi), 600 x 600 dpi. Duty cycle (monthly): Brother HL-L2480DW 35,000 pages, Lexmark MS331dn 50,000 pages.