Brother MFC-L2900DW vs HP LaserJet Pro MFP 3101sdw Black & White Printer
Brother MFC-L2900DW is $19 cheaper upfront; running costs can't be compared for this pair.
Specs compared
| Spec | Brother MFC-L2900DW | HP LaserJet Pro MFP 3101sdw Black & White Printer |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | laser | laser |
| Color support | mono | mono |
| Device type | multifunction | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy, fax | print, scan, copy |
| Print speed (mono) | 36 ppm | 35 ppm |
| Resolution | 1200 x 1200 | 1200 x 1200 |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 35,000 pages | 50,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | 2,500 pages/mo | 2,500 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | Yes | Yes |
| Display | — | 2.7-inch CGD Touch Screen |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal, A4 | Letter, Legal |
| Weight (kg) | 11.75 | 10.5 |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother MFC-L2900DW
Cheapest to run: Brother TN830XL High Yield Toner — $98.29 · 3.3¢/page · 3,000pg yield
HP LaserJet Pro MFP 3101sdw Black & White Printer
No priced cartridge on record yet — running cost not shown.
Which should you buy?
- A lower upfront budget: Brother MFC-L2900DW — $19 less to buy.
- If you need faxing: Brother MFC-L2900DW — it adds faxing, which the HP LaserJet Pro MFP 3101sdw Black & White Printer doesn't do.
Where to buy
Brother MFC-L2900DWBuy — $329.99
HP LaserJet Pro MFP 3101sdw Black & White PrinterBuy — $349.00
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Frequently asked questions
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother MFC-L2900DW or the HP LaserJet Pro MFP 3101sdw Black & White Printer?
- The Brother MFC-L2900DW is about $19 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother MFC-L2900DW and the HP LaserJet Pro MFP 3101sdw Black & White Printer?
- Functions: Brother MFC-L2900DW print, scan, copy, fax, HP LaserJet Pro MFP 3101sdw Black & White Printer print, scan, copy. Print speed (mono): Brother MFC-L2900DW 36 ppm, HP LaserJet Pro MFP 3101sdw Black & White Printer 35 ppm. Duty cycle (monthly): Brother MFC-L2900DW 35,000 pages, HP LaserJet Pro MFP 3101sdw Black & White Printer 50,000 pages. Paper sizes: Brother MFC-L2900DW Letter, Legal, A4, HP LaserJet Pro MFP 3101sdw Black & White Printer Letter, Legal.