Brother MFC-J1215W vs Canon PIXMA MG3620
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 PIXMA MG3620 |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $455 | $968 |
| After 2 years | $715 | $1,735 |
| After 3 years | $975 | $2,501 |
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 PIXMA MG3620 |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | inkjet | inkjet |
| Color support | color | color |
| Device type | multifunction | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy | print, scan, copy |
| Print speed (mono) | — | 9.9 ppm |
| Print speed (color) | — | 5.7 ppm |
| Resolution | 6000 x 1200 | 4800 x 1200 |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 2,500 pages | — |
| Recommended volume | 1,000 pages/mo | — |
| Automatic duplex | No | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | Yes | No |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | No | No |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal, A4 | Letter, Legal |
| Weight (kg) | 6.49 | — |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother MFC-J1215W
Cheapest to run: Brother LC404BKS INKvestment Standard-yield Black Ink Cartridge — $32.49 · 4.3¢/page · 750pg yield
Canon PIXMA MG3620
Cheapest to run: Canon PG-240 Black Ink Cartridge — $22.99 · 12.8¢/page · 180pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Brother MFC-J1215W — about 66% lower cost per page (4.3¢ vs 12.8¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Brother MFC-J1215W — $7 less to buy.
Where to buy
Brother MFC-J1215WBuy — $195.00
Canon PIXMA MG3620Buy — $202.06
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother MFC-J1215W or the Canon PIXMA MG3620?
- The Brother MFC-J1215W — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 66% cheaper per page (4.3¢ vs 12.8¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother MFC-J1215W or the Canon PIXMA MG3620?
- The Brother MFC-J1215W is about $7 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother MFC-J1215W and the Canon PIXMA MG3620?
- Resolution: Brother MFC-J1215W 6000 x 1200, Canon PIXMA MG3620 4800 x 1200. Automatic duplex: Brother MFC-J1215W No, Canon PIXMA MG3620 Yes. Automatic document feeder: Brother MFC-J1215W Yes, Canon PIXMA MG3620 No. Paper sizes: Brother MFC-J1215W Letter, Legal, A4, Canon PIXMA MG3620 Letter, Legal.