Brother HL-L2300D
Score: 78/100
Canon PIXMA TR4720 White
Score: 68/100Rankings
The Brother HL-L2300D is a compact, budget-friendly monochrome laser printer delivering 27 ppm speed and automatic duplex, ideal for users who need reliable text printing without the need for network or multifunction features.
The Canon PIXMA TR4720 (white) is a compact all-in-one inkjet printer delivering high-resolution prints, automatic duplex, and a 20-sheet ADF. It offers strong photo quality and mobile printing but suffers from high ink costs and limited connectivity.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
27 ppmbest | 8.8 ppm | |
2,400 dpi | 4,800 dpibest | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
10,000 pagesbest | — | |
250 pagesbest | 100 pages | |
100 pagesbest | 100 pagesbest | |
7best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 6.8 kg | 5.76 kgbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
General(1) | ||
Print Technology | Laser | Inkjet |
Print Performance(2) | ||
Print Speed (ppm) (ppm) | 27 ppm | 8.8 ppm |
Print Resolution (dpi) (dpi) | 2400 dpi | 4800 dpi |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Connectivity | false | true |
Paper Handling(1) | ||
Input Tray Capacity (pages) | 250 pages | 100 pages |
Physical(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 6.8 kg | 5.76 kg |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Consumption (Ready) (W) | 45 W | 0.8 W |
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Professional reviewers praise the HL-L2300D for its speedy 27 ppm output, compact design and low cost per page, while noting the lack of wireless connectivity and limited feature set.
Everyday users appreciate the fast, clear text output and small size, but many are frustrated by the absence of Wi-Fi, the inability to scan or copy, and the low-yield starter toner.
“Prints fast and clear - perfect for homework and office documents.”
“Small footprint - fits on my tiny desk.”
“Love the automatic double-sided printing - saves paper.”
Professional reviewers praise the TR4720 for its high-resolution output, solid scanner performance and convenient mobile printing options, but they criticize its high ink costs and limited connectivity features such as the absence of USB thumb-drive support.
Everyday users appreciate the wireless setup, easy mobile printing, and the ability to print borderless photos, while repeatedly calling out the high cost of ink and the small, dim LCD screen. The ADF and duplex printing are also frequently mentioned as helpful features.
