Brother MFC-L2900DW vs Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II
Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Brother MFC-L2900DW | Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $527 | $472 |
| After 2 years | $723 | $645 |
| After 3 years | $920 | $818 |
Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Brother MFC-L2900DW | Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | laser | laser |
| Color support | mono | mono |
| Device type | multifunction | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy, fax | print, scan, copy, fax |
| Print speed (mono) | 36 ppm | 37 ppm |
| Resolution | 1200 x 1200 | 1200 x 1200 |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 35,000 pages | — |
| Recommended volume | 2,500 pages/mo | 4,000 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | Yes | Yes |
| Display | — | 5-inch color touch LCD |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal, A4 | Letter, Legal |
| Weight (kg) | 11.75 | 15.6 |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother MFC-L2900DW
Cheapest to run: Brother TN830XL High Yield Toner — $98.29 · 3.3¢/page · 3,000pg yield
Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II
Cheapest to run: Canon 070 Black Toner Cartridge, High Capacity — $294.00 · 2.9¢/page · 10,200pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II — about 12% lower cost per page (2.9¢ vs 3.3¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II — $31 less to buy.
Where to buy
Brother MFC-L2900DWBuy — $329.99
Canon imageCLASS MF462dw IIBuy — $299.00
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother MFC-L2900DW or the Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II?
- The Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 12% cheaper per page (2.9¢ vs 3.3¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother MFC-L2900DW or the Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II?
- The Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II is about $31 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother MFC-L2900DW and the Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II?
- Print speed (mono): Brother MFC-L2900DW 36 ppm, Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II 37 ppm. Recommended volume: Brother MFC-L2900DW 2,500 pages/mo, Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II 4,000 pages/mo. Paper sizes: Brother MFC-L2900DW Letter, Legal, A4, Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II Letter, Legal. Weight (kg): Brother MFC-L2900DW 11.75, Canon imageCLASS MF462dw II 15.6.