Brother MFC-J1215W vs Canon PIXMA TR160
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 TR160 |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $450 | $764 |
| After 2 years | $710 | $1,330 |
| After 3 years | $970 | $1,895 |
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 TR160 |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | inkjet | inkjet |
| Color support | color | color |
| Device type | multifunction | single-function |
| Functions | print, scan, copy | |
| Resolution | 6000 x 1200 | 4800 x 1200 |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 2,500 pages | — |
| Recommended volume | 1,000 pages/mo | — |
| Automatic duplex | No | No |
| 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 | 2.04 |
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 TR160
Cheapest to run: Canon PGI-35 Black Ink Tank — $18.00 · 9.4¢/page · 191pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Brother MFC-J1215W — about 54% lower cost per page (4.3¢ vs 9.4¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Brother MFC-J1215W — $9 less to buy.
- If you need scanning and copying: Brother MFC-J1215W — it adds scanning and copying, which the Canon PIXMA TR160 doesn't do.
Where to buy
Brother MFC-J1215WBuy — $190.00
Canon PIXMA TR160Buy — $199.00
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother MFC-J1215W or the Canon PIXMA TR160?
- The Brother MFC-J1215W — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 54% cheaper per page (4.3¢ vs 9.4¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother MFC-J1215W or the Canon PIXMA TR160?
- The Brother MFC-J1215W is about $9 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother MFC-J1215W and the Canon PIXMA TR160?
- Device type: Brother MFC-J1215W multifunction, Canon PIXMA TR160 single-function. Functions: Brother MFC-J1215W print, scan, copy, Canon PIXMA TR160 print. Resolution: Brother MFC-J1215W 6000 x 1200, Canon PIXMA TR160 4800 x 1200. Automatic document feeder: Brother MFC-J1215W Yes, Canon PIXMA TR160 No.