Brother MFC-L8730CDW vs Kyocera ECOSYS MA2101cwfx
Brother MFC-L8730CDW is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Brother MFC-L8730CDW | Kyocera ECOSYS MA2101cwfx |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $752 | $848 |
| After 2 years | $904 | $1,054 |
| After 3 years | $1,057 | $1,260 |
Brother MFC-L8730CDW is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Brother MFC-L8730CDW | Kyocera ECOSYS MA2101cwfx |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | laser | laser |
| Color support | color | color |
| Device type | multifunction | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy, fax | print, scan, copy, fax |
| Print speed (mono) | 33 ppm | 22 ppm |
| Print speed (color) | 33 ppm | 22 ppm |
| Resolution | 2400 x 600 | 600x600 dpi, 1200x1200 dpi (At reduced speed) |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 60,000 pages | — |
| Recommended volume | 5,000 pages/mo | — |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | No |
| Ethernet | Yes | No |
| USB | Yes | No |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal, A4 | A4, Legal, Letter |
| Weight (kg) | 25.63 | — |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother MFC-L8730CDW
Cheapest to run: Brother TN635XLBK High Yield Black Toner Cartridge — $139.49 · 2.5¢/page · 5,500pg yield
Kyocera ECOSYS MA2101cwfx
Cheapest to run: Kyocera Black High-Yield Toner — $95.98 · 3.4¢/page · 2,800pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Brother MFC-L8730CDW — about 26% lower cost per page (2.5¢ vs 3.4¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Brother MFC-L8730CDW — $43 less to buy.
- The fastest printing for a busy or shared office: Brother MFC-L8730CDW — 33 ppm vs 22 ppm mono.
Where to buy
Brother MFC-L8730CDWBuy — $599.99
Kyocera ECOSYS MA2101cwfxBuy — $642.60
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Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother MFC-L8730CDW or the Kyocera ECOSYS MA2101cwfx?
- The Brother MFC-L8730CDW — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 26% cheaper per page (2.5¢ vs 3.4¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother MFC-L8730CDW or the Kyocera ECOSYS MA2101cwfx?
- The Brother MFC-L8730CDW is about $43 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother MFC-L8730CDW and the Kyocera ECOSYS MA2101cwfx?
- Print speed (mono): Brother MFC-L8730CDW 33 ppm, Kyocera ECOSYS MA2101cwfx 22 ppm. Print speed (color): Brother MFC-L8730CDW 33 ppm, Kyocera ECOSYS MA2101cwfx 22 ppm. Resolution: Brother MFC-L8730CDW 2400 x 600, Kyocera ECOSYS MA2101cwfx 600x600 dpi, 1200x1200 dpi (At reduced speed). Wi-Fi: Brother MFC-L8730CDW Yes, Kyocera ECOSYS MA2101cwfx No.