Brother MFC-J805DW vs Epson WorkForce Pro WF-C5390 Printer
Brother MFC-J805DW is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Brother MFC-J805DW | Epson WorkForce Pro WF-C5390 Printer |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $421 | $468 |
| After 2 years | $508 | $574 |
| After 3 years | $595 | $681 |
Brother MFC-J805DW is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Brother MFC-J805DW | Epson WorkForce Pro WF-C5390 Printer |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | inkjet | inkjet |
| Color support | color | color |
| Device type | multifunction | single-function |
| Functions | print, scan, copy, fax | |
| Print speed (mono) | — | 25 ppm |
| Print speed (color) | — | 25 ppm |
| Resolution | 1200 x 600 | 4800 x 1200 |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 5,000 pages | 70,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | 1,500 pages/mo | 5,000 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | Yes | No |
| Display | — | 2.4-inch color LCD |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | No | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal, A4, Photo | Letter, Legal, A4, Photo |
| Weight (kg) | 8.98 | 15.3 |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother MFC-J805DW
Cheapest to run: Brother LC3033BKS INKvestment Super High-yield Black Ink Cartridge — $43.49 · 1.4¢/page · 3,000pg yield
Epson WorkForce Pro WF-C5390 Printer
Cheapest to run: Epson T10Y Extra-High-Capacity Black Ink Cartridge — $177.40 · 1.8¢/page · 10,000pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Brother MFC-J805DW — about 18% lower cost per page (1.4¢ vs 1.8¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Brother MFC-J805DW — $27 less to buy.
- If you need scanning, copying and faxing: Brother MFC-J805DW — it adds scanning, copying and faxing, which the Epson WorkForce Pro WF-C5390 Printer doesn't do.
Where to buy
Brother MFC-J805DWBuy — $334.01
Epson WorkForce Pro WF-C5390 PrinterBuy — $361.47
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Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother MFC-J805DW or the Epson WorkForce Pro WF-C5390 Printer?
- The Brother MFC-J805DW — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 18% cheaper per page (1.4¢ vs 1.8¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother MFC-J805DW or the Epson WorkForce Pro WF-C5390 Printer?
- The Brother MFC-J805DW is about $27 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother MFC-J805DW and the Epson WorkForce Pro WF-C5390 Printer?
- Device type: Brother MFC-J805DW multifunction, Epson WorkForce Pro WF-C5390 Printer single-function. Functions: Brother MFC-J805DW print, scan, copy, fax, Epson WorkForce Pro WF-C5390 Printer print. Resolution: Brother MFC-J805DW 1200 x 600, Epson WorkForce Pro WF-C5390 Printer 4800 x 1200. Duty cycle (monthly): Brother MFC-J805DW 5,000 pages, Epson WorkForce Pro WF-C5390 Printer 70,000 pages.