Brother MFC-L6810DW vs OKI B4600
OKI B4600 is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Brother MFC-L6810DW | OKI B4600 |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $950 | $870 |
| After 2 years | $1,029 | $919 |
| After 3 years | $1,109 | $969 |
OKI B4600 is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Brother MFC-L6810DW | OKI B4600 |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | laser | laser |
| Color support | mono | mono |
| Device type | multifunction | single-function |
| Functions | print, scan, copy, fax | |
| Print speed (mono) | — | 27 ppm |
| Resolution | 1200 x 1200 | 1200 x 600 dpi |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 140,000 pages | 40,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | 12,000 pages/mo | — |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | No |
| Automatic document feeder | Yes | No |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | No |
| Ethernet | No | No |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal, A4 | Letter, Legal, A4 |
| Weight (kg) | 19.6 | — |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother MFC-L6810DW
Cheapest to run: Brother TN920UXXL Ultra High Yield Black Toner Cartridge — $238.89 · 1.3¢/page · 18,000pg yield
OKI B4600
Cheapest to run: OKI B4600 Black High-Yield Toner Cartridge — $57.87 · 0.8¢/page · 7,000pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: OKI B4600 — about 38% lower cost per page (0.8¢ vs 1.3¢).
- A lower upfront budget: OKI B4600 — $50 less to buy.
- If you need scanning, copying and faxing: Brother MFC-L6810DW — it adds scanning, copying and faxing, which the OKI B4600 doesn't do.
Where to buy
Brother MFC-L6810DWBuy — $869.99
OKI B4600Buy — $819.99
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother MFC-L6810DW or the OKI B4600?
- The OKI B4600 — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 38% cheaper per page (0.8¢ vs 1.3¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother MFC-L6810DW or the OKI B4600?
- The OKI B4600 is about $50 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother MFC-L6810DW and the OKI B4600?
- Device type: Brother MFC-L6810DW multifunction, OKI B4600 single-function. Functions: Brother MFC-L6810DW print, scan, copy, fax, OKI B4600 print. Resolution: Brother MFC-L6810DW 1200 x 1200, OKI B4600 1200 x 600 dpi. Duty cycle (monthly): Brother MFC-L6810DW 140,000 pages, OKI B4600 40,000 pages.