Brother MFC-L2690DW vs Xerox B305
Xerox B305 is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Brother MFC-L2690DW | Xerox B305 |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $787 | $567 |
| After 2 years | $1,066 | $704 |
| After 3 years | $1,345 | $841 |
Xerox B305 is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Brother MFC-L2690DW | Xerox B305 |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | laser | laser |
| Color support | mono | mono |
| Device type | multifunction | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy, fax | print, scan, copy |
| Print speed (mono) | — | 40 ppm |
| Resolution | 2400 x 600 | 600 x 600 dpi, 2400 Image Quality |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 15,000 pages | 80,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | 2,000 pages/mo | 8,000 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | No | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal, A4 | — |
| Weight (kg) | 11.79 | 12.8 |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother MFC-L2690DW
Cheapest to run: Brother TN730 Standard-yield Black Toner Cartridge — $55.79 · 4.6¢/page · 1,200pg yield
Xerox B305
Cheapest to run: Xerox Black High-Capacity Toner Cartridge — $456.42 · 2.3¢/page · 20,000pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Xerox B305 — about 51% lower cost per page (2.3¢ vs 4.6¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Xerox B305 — $78 less to buy.
- If you need faxing: Brother MFC-L2690DW — it adds faxing, which the Xerox B305 doesn't do.
Where to buy
Brother MFC-L2690DWBuy — $508.00
Xerox B305Buy — $429.99
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother MFC-L2690DW or the Xerox B305?
- The Xerox B305 — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 51% cheaper per page (2.3¢ vs 4.6¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother MFC-L2690DW or the Xerox B305?
- The Xerox B305 is about $78 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother MFC-L2690DW and the Xerox B305?
- Functions: Brother MFC-L2690DW print, scan, copy, fax, Xerox B305 print, scan, copy. Resolution: Brother MFC-L2690DW 2400 x 600, Xerox B305 600 x 600 dpi, 2400 Image Quality. Duty cycle (monthly): Brother MFC-L2690DW 15,000 pages, Xerox B305 80,000 pages. Recommended volume: Brother MFC-L2690DW 2,000 pages/mo, Xerox B305 8,000 pages/mo.