Brother MFC-J4555DW vs Canon PIXMA TS8820
Canon PIXMA TS8820 is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Brother MFC-J4555DW | Canon PIXMA TS8820 |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $584 | $476 |
| After 2 years | $908 | $702 |
| After 3 years | $1,232 | $928 |
Canon PIXMA TS8820 is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Brother MFC-J4555DW | Canon PIXMA TS8820 |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | inkjet | inkjet |
| Color support | color | color |
| Device type | multifunction | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy, fax | print, scan, copy |
| Print speed (mono) | 20 ppm | — |
| Print speed (color) | 20 ppm | 7 ppm |
| Resolution | 4800 x 1200 | 4800 x 1200 |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 30,000 pages | — |
| Recommended volume | 2,000 pages/mo | — |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | Yes | No |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | No |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal, A4, Photo | Letter, Legal, Photo |
| Weight (kg) | 10.39 | 6.58 |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother MFC-J4555DW
Cheapest to run: Brother LC506XXLBKS Super High Yield Black Ink Cartridge — $269.99 · 5.4¢/page · 5,000pg yield
Canon PIXMA TS8820
Cheapest to run: Canon PGI-230 Pigment Black Ink Tank — $22.60 · 3.8¢/page · 600pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Canon PIXMA TS8820 — about 30% lower cost per page (3.8¢ vs 5.4¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Canon PIXMA TS8820 — $10 less to buy.
- If you need faxing: Brother MFC-J4555DW — it adds faxing, which the Canon PIXMA TS8820 doesn't do.
Where to buy
Brother MFC-J4555DWBuy — $259.99
Canon PIXMA TS8820Buy — $249.99
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother MFC-J4555DW or the Canon PIXMA TS8820?
- The Canon PIXMA TS8820 — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 30% cheaper per page (3.8¢ vs 5.4¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother MFC-J4555DW or the Canon PIXMA TS8820?
- The Canon PIXMA TS8820 is about $10 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother MFC-J4555DW and the Canon PIXMA TS8820?
- Functions: Brother MFC-J4555DW print, scan, copy, fax, Canon PIXMA TS8820 print, scan, copy. Print speed (color): Brother MFC-J4555DW 20 ppm, Canon PIXMA TS8820 7 ppm. Automatic document feeder: Brother MFC-J4555DW Yes, Canon PIXMA TS8820 No. Ethernet: Brother MFC-J4555DW Yes, Canon PIXMA TS8820 No.