Brother HL-L3280CDW vs Canon Color imageCLASS MF751Cdw II
Brother HL-L3280CDW is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Brother HL-L3280CDW | Canon Color imageCLASS MF751Cdw II |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $536 | $738 |
| After 2 years | $727 | $1,067 |
| After 3 years | $918 | $1,395 |
Brother HL-L3280CDW is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Brother HL-L3280CDW | Canon Color imageCLASS MF751Cdw II |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | laser | laser |
| Color support | color | color |
| Device type | single-function | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy | |
| Print speed (mono) | 27 ppm | 35 ppm |
| Print speed (color) | 27 ppm | 35 ppm |
| Resolution | 2400 x 600 | 1200 x 1200 |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 40,000 pages | — |
| Recommended volume | 3,000 pages/mo | 4,000 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | No | Yes |
| Display | — | 5-inch color touchscreen |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal | Letter, Legal |
| Weight (kg) | 15.38 | 22 |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother HL-L3280CDW
Cheapest to run: Brother TN229XLBK High Yield Black Toner Cartridge — $95.57 · 3.2¢/page · 3,000pg yield
Canon Color imageCLASS MF751Cdw II
Cheapest to run: Canon 069 Black Toner Cartridge — $114.97 · 5.5¢/page · 2,100pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Brother HL-L3280CDW — about 42% lower cost per page (3.2¢ vs 5.5¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Brother HL-L3280CDW — $65 less to buy.
- If you need scanning and copying: Canon Color imageCLASS MF751Cdw II — it adds scanning and copying, which the Brother HL-L3280CDW doesn't do.
- The fastest printing for a busy or shared office: Canon Color imageCLASS MF751Cdw II — 35 ppm vs 27 ppm mono.
Where to buy
Brother HL-L3280CDWBuy — $344.99
Canon Color imageCLASS MF751Cdw IIBuy — $409.99
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Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother HL-L3280CDW or the Canon Color imageCLASS MF751Cdw II?
- The Brother HL-L3280CDW — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 42% cheaper per page (3.2¢ vs 5.5¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother HL-L3280CDW or the Canon Color imageCLASS MF751Cdw II?
- The Brother HL-L3280CDW is about $65 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother HL-L3280CDW and the Canon Color imageCLASS MF751Cdw II?
- Device type: Brother HL-L3280CDW single-function, Canon Color imageCLASS MF751Cdw II multifunction. Functions: Brother HL-L3280CDW print, Canon Color imageCLASS MF751Cdw II print, scan, copy. Print speed (mono): Brother HL-L3280CDW 27 ppm, Canon Color imageCLASS MF751Cdw II 35 ppm. Print speed (color): Brother HL-L3280CDW 27 ppm, Canon Color imageCLASS MF751Cdw II 35 ppm.