Brother MFC-J1215W vs Canon MAXIFY MB2120
Brother MFC-J1215W is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Brother MFC-J1215W | Canon MAXIFY MB2120 |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $450 | $546 |
| After 2 years | $710 | $891 |
| After 3 years | $970 | $1,236 |
Brother MFC-J1215W is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Brother MFC-J1215W | Canon MAXIFY MB2120 |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | inkjet | inkjet |
| Color support | color | color |
| Device type | multifunction | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy | print, scan, copy, fax |
| Print speed (mono) | — | 19 ppm |
| Print speed (color) | — | 13 ppm |
| Resolution | 6000 x 1200 | 600 x 1200 |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 2,500 pages | — |
| Recommended volume | 1,000 pages/mo | — |
| Automatic duplex | No | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | No | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal, A4 | Letter, Legal |
| Weight (kg) | 6.49 | 10.52 |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother MFC-J1215W
Cheapest to run: Brother LC404BKS INKvestment Standard-yield Black Ink Cartridge — $32.48 · 4.3¢/page · 750pg yield
Canon MAXIFY MB2120
Cheapest to run: Canon PGI-1200 Black Ink Tank — $22.99 · 5.7¢/page · 400pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Brother MFC-J1215W — about 25% lower cost per page (4.3¢ vs 5.7¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Brother MFC-J1215W — $11 less to buy.
- If you need faxing: Canon MAXIFY MB2120 — it adds faxing, which the Brother MFC-J1215W doesn't do.
Where to buy
Brother MFC-J1215WBuy — $190.00
Canon MAXIFY MB2120Buy — $200.95
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Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother MFC-J1215W or the Canon MAXIFY MB2120?
- The Brother MFC-J1215W — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 25% cheaper per page (4.3¢ vs 5.7¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother MFC-J1215W or the Canon MAXIFY MB2120?
- The Brother MFC-J1215W is about $11 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother MFC-J1215W and the Canon MAXIFY MB2120?
- Functions: Brother MFC-J1215W print, scan, copy, Canon MAXIFY MB2120 print, scan, copy, fax. Resolution: Brother MFC-J1215W 6000 x 1200, Canon MAXIFY MB2120 600 x 1200. Automatic duplex: Brother MFC-J1215W No, Canon MAXIFY MB2120 Yes. Ethernet: Brother MFC-J1215W No, Canon MAXIFY MB2120 Yes.