A full comparison of Brother printers on price, Printer Functions, Technical Features, Display, USB Functions, and technical specs.
A monochrome laser multifunction printer for printing, copying, scanning and faxing, with speeds up to 34 ppm…
$260.00
in stock
A monochrome laser printer with speeds up to 34 ppm on A4, automatic duplex printing, Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct c…
$140.00
in stock
| Specification | MFC-L2885DW Monochrome Laser 4 in 1 Printer | HL-L2461DW Monochrome Laser Printer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $260.00 | $140.00 |
| Features | ||
| Printer Functions | Print, Copy, Scan, Fax | |
| Technical Features | Network Security | Setting Lock, Network Security |
| Display | 2.7-inch TFT colour LCD | 1-line LCD, 16 characters |
| Printer Specifications | ||
| تقنية الطباعة | Monochrome Laser | Monochrome Laser |
| Printing | ||
| Print Colour | Black and white | Black and white |
| Maximum Print Resolution | 1200 × 1200 dpi | 1200 × 1200 dpi |
| Duplex Printing | Automatic | Automatic |
| Maximum Print Size | Up to A4 and Letter in | Up to A4 and Letter in |
| Paper size | A4 | A4 |
| Performance | ||
| ISO Black Print Speed A4 | 34 ppm | 34 ppm |
| ISO Black Print Speed Letter | 36 ppm | 36 ppm |
| First Page Out Time Black A4 | 8.5 sec | 8.5 sec |
| Duplex Print Speed A4 | — | 16 sides/min |
| Duplex Print Speed Letter | — | 17 sides/min |
| Software | ||
| Printer Management Utility | BRAdmin Light; BRAdmin Professional 4 | BRAdmin Light; BRAdmin Professional 4 |
| Power | ||
| Printing Power Consumption | 470 W | 470 W |
| Power Supply Type | 220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz | 220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Quiet Mode Printing Power Consumption | 270 W | 270 W |
| Supplies | ||
| Replacement Toner Cartridge | TN2500, TN2500XL, TN2500XXL | TN2500, TN2500XL, TN2500XXL |
| Replacement Toner Yield | TN2500: 1200 pages; TN2500XL: 3000 pages; TN2500XXL: 5000 pages pages | TN2500: 1200 pages; TN2500XL: 3000 pages; TN2500XXL: 5000 pages pages |
| Cartridge System | Separate toner and drum system | Separate toner and drum system |
| Standard-Yield Toner | TN2500 | TN2500 |
| High-Yield Toner | TN2500XL | TN2500XL |
| Super High-Yield Toner | TN2500XXL | TN2500XXL |
| Drum Unit | DR2500 | DR2500 |
| Drum Yield | 15000 pages | 15000 pages |
| Connectivity | ||
| Standard Connectivity | USB , LAN , WIFI | USB , LAN , WIFI |
| Wireless Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Wireless Standards | IEEE 802.11b/g/n | IEEE 802.11b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing Services | Brother Mobile Connect; Apple AirPrint; Mopria | Brother Mobile Connect; Apple AirPrint; Mopria |
| USB Functions | Printing, scanning and PC faxing via Hi-Speed USB 2.0 | Printing via Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Near-Field Connectivity | Yes; Card Reader/NFC Shortcut | — |
| Ethernet Connectivity | Yes | — |
| Compatibility | ||
| Compatible Operating Systems | Windows 10, Windows 11; Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019 and Windows Server 2022 via network connection only; Linux: CUPS and LPD/LPRng for x86/x64 environments | Windows 10, Windows 11; Linux: CUPS, LPD/LPRng in x86/x64 environments |
| Windows Server Support | Windows Server 2008 R2 64-bit, 2012 64-bit, 2012 R2 64-bit and 2016 64-bit with print driver only | Windows Server 2008 R2 64-bit, 2012 64-bit, 2012 R2 64-bit and 2016 64-bit with print driver only |
| Copy | ||
| Black Copy Speed A4 | 34 cpm | — |
| Black Copy Speed Letter | 36 cpm | — |
| Copy Resolution | 600 × 600 dpi | — |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | — |
| Copy Scaling | 25–400 % | — |
| Copy Features | Multi Copy, Sort/Stack, N-in-1 | — |
| Scanning | ||
| Scan File Formats | JPG, BMP, PNG, TIFF, PDF | — |
| Scan Input Modes | SharePoint for Windows only, E-mail, E-mail Server, Image, OCR, File, FTP, FTPS, HTTPS | — |
| Scan Technology | CIS | — |
| Scanner Type | Flatbed with ADF | — |
| Scan Speed A4 | 22.5 ipm monochrome; 7.5 ipm colour | — |
| Colour Scanning | Yes | — |
| Optical Scan Resolution | Up to 1200 × 1200 dpi | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Width | 410 mm | 356 mm |
| Depth | 399 mm | 360 mm |
| Height | 319 mm | 183 mm |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 11.8 kg | 7.1 kg |
| Paper Handling | ||
| Automatic Document Feeder Capacity | 50 sheets | — |
| Paper Input Capacity | 250 sheets | 250 sheets |
| Paper Output Capacity | 120 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Supported Paper Weight | 60–163 g/m² (16–43 lb) lb bond | 16 to 43 lb lb bond |
| Supported Media Sizes | A4, Letter, B5 (JIS), B5 (ISO), A5, A5 Long Edge, B6 (JIS), A6, Executive, Legal, A4 Short, Folio, Mexico Legal, India Legal | A4, Letter, B5 JIS, B5 ISO, A5, A5 Long Edge, B6 JIS, A6, Executive, Legal, A4 Short, Folio, Mexico Legal, India Legal |
| Supported Envelope Types | — | COM-10, DL, C5, Monarch |
| Manual Feed Slot Capacity | 1 sheet | 1 sheet |
| Standard Tray Media Weight | 60–163 g/m² g/m² | 60–163 g/m² g/m² |
| Manual Feed Media Weight | — | 60–230 g/m² |
| Automatic Duplex Media Weight | — | 60–105 g/m² |
| Face-Up Output Capacity | — | 1 sheet |
| Paper Trays | 1 tray | 1 tray |
| Noise | ||
| Printing Sound Pressure | 49 dB(A) | 49 dB(A) |
| Quiet Mode Printing Sound Pressure | 44 dB(A) | 44 dB(A) |
| Quiet Mode Printing Sound Power | — | 6.06 B(A) |
| Fax | ||
| Faxing | Yes | — |
| Fax Modem Speed | 33600 bps | — |
| Fax Transmission Speed | Approximately 2.5 seconds per page sec/page | — |
| Fax Memory Capacity | Up to 500 pages pages | — |
| Fax Speed Dial Locations | 200 locations | — |
| Fax Group Dial Groups | 20 groups | — |
| Fax Broadcasting Locations | 250 locations | — |
| PC Fax Functions | Receiving on Windows only; sending on Windows and Linux using the LPR/CUPS PC-FAX Send Driver | — |
| Printer | ||
| Printer Language | PCL6, BR-Script3, PDF Version 1.7 | — |
| Shared Print Memory | 256 MB | 64 MB |
| CPU Speed | 600 MHz | 600 MHz |
| Media Handling | ||
| Supported Media Types | — | Plain paper, thin paper, thick paper, thicker paper, recycled paper, bond paper, labels and envelopes |
| Environment | ||
| Operating Temperature | — | 10–32.5 °C |
| Operating Humidity | — | 20–80 % |
| Storage Temperature | — | 0–40 °C |
| Storage Humidity | — | 35–85 % |
| Dimensions and Weight | ||
| Product Dimensions | 410 × 399 × 319 mm in | 356 × 360 × 183 mm in |
The Brother MFC-L2885DW is the best overall because of its broader functions, display, and larger memory. The HL-L2461DW may suit users who only need printing and prioritise a smaller, lighter device.
Both are monochrome laser models with the same 34 ppm A4 print speed, up to 1200 × 1200 dpi print resolution, and automatic two-sided printing. They also share a 250-sheet input tray, Wi-Fi Direct, and support for AirPrint, Mopria, and Brother Mobile Connect.
The main difference is functionality. The MFC-L2885DW prints, scans, copies, and faxes, with a Dual CIS scanner and a 50-sheet ADF, while the HL-L2461DW is print-only. The multifunction model also provides a 2.7-inch colour LCD and 256 MB of shared memory, compared with a one-line text display and 64 MB in the print-only model. In return, the HL-L2461DW is lighter at 7.1 kg, has smaller dimensions, and holds 150 output sheets rather than 120.
The MFC-L2885DW benefits users who need to process complete documents from one machine. The HL-L2461DW suits users whose work is limited to printing and who prioritise a smaller, lighter unit.
The MFC-L2885DW prints, scans, copies, and faxes, and includes a 50-sheet ADF, colour LCD, and 256 MB memory. The HL-L2461DW is print-only, but it is smaller and lighter and has a 150-sheet output capacity compared with 120 sheets.
Based on current prices, HL-L2461DW Monochrome Laser Printer is the cheaper option. It costs 140 USD versus 260 USD for MFC-L2885DW Monochrome Laser 4 in 1 Printer. The price difference is 120 USD, about 46.2% less. Prices are live and subject to change.
The MFC-L2885DW is better suited to users who need to scan, copy, fax, and print documents from one device. The HL-L2461DW may suit users who only require monochrome printing and prefer a machine that occupies less space and is easier to reposition.
Both print at 34 ppm on A4, offer up to 1200 × 1200 dpi print resolution, support automatic duplex printing, and include a 250-sheet input tray. They also support Wi-Fi Direct, AirPrint, Mopria, and Brother Mobile Connect and use TN2500 toner cartridges with the DR2500 drum.
The HL-L2461DW is clearly smaller and lighter, measuring 356 × 360 × 183 mm and weighing 7.1 kg. The MFC-L2885DW measures 410 × 399 × 319 mm and weighs 11.8 kg, reflecting its scanner, ADF, and additional document functions.
Yes — MFC-L2885DW Monochrome Laser 4 in 1 Printer and HL-L2461DW Monochrome Laser Printer are available at EvoLink in Damascus, with shipping to all Syrian governorates.
Address: Syria, Damascus, Halbouni, Musalam Barudi street, Building 1020, 1st floor.
Contact: +963 96 44 007 44 or via WhatsApp.
