Brother MFC-L2900DW vs Canon imageCLASS MF465dw II
Canon imageCLASS MF465dw 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 MF465dw II |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $527 | $448 |
| After 2 years | $723 | $577 |
| After 3 years | $920 | $705 |
Canon imageCLASS MF465dw 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 MF465dw 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 | 42 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 MF465dw II
Cheapest to run: Canon 070 Black Toner Cartridge, High Capacity — $218.19 · 2.1¢/page · 10,200pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Canon imageCLASS MF465dw II — about 35% lower cost per page (2.1¢ vs 3.3¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Canon imageCLASS MF465dw II — $10 less to buy.
- The fastest printing for a busy or shared office: Canon imageCLASS MF465dw II — 42 ppm vs 36 ppm mono.
Where to buy
Brother MFC-L2900DWBuy — $329.99
Canon imageCLASS MF465dw IIBuy — $319.99
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Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother MFC-L2900DW or the Canon imageCLASS MF465dw II?
- The Canon imageCLASS MF465dw II — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 35% cheaper per page (2.1¢ vs 3.3¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother MFC-L2900DW or the Canon imageCLASS MF465dw II?
- The Canon imageCLASS MF465dw II is about $10 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother MFC-L2900DW and the Canon imageCLASS MF465dw II?
- Print speed (mono): Brother MFC-L2900DW 36 ppm, Canon imageCLASS MF465dw II 42 ppm. Recommended volume: Brother MFC-L2900DW 2,500 pages/mo, Canon imageCLASS MF465dw II 4,000 pages/mo. Paper sizes: Brother MFC-L2900DW Letter, Legal, A4, Canon imageCLASS MF465dw II Letter, Legal. Weight (kg): Brother MFC-L2900DW 11.75, Canon imageCLASS MF465dw II 15.6.