Which is better for a busy small office?

The Canon LBP247dw. It prints up to 42 ppm, has a 150-sheet multipurpose tray and can take a 550-sheet cassette, so it needs fewer refills.

Is the Canon worth the extra $79?

Yes if you print most days. The extra speed, touchscreen and paper capacity matter at volume. For occasional printing, the Brother saves money.

Which is better for a small desk?

The Brother. It is 15.9 lb and 14 inches wide, while the Canon is a larger 20.1 lb desktop unit.

Do both print double-sided?

Yes. Both have automatic duplex printing, which saves paper on two-sided documents.

Which has better connectivity?

The Brother adds NFC and dual-band Wi-Fi on top of Ethernet and USB. The Canon offers Wi-Fi, Ethernet and USB.

Which lasts longer between toner changes?

Toner yield depends on the cartridge you buy, not the printer model. Both use a single black toner cartridge, so compare rated page yields when you shop.

Brother HL-L2460DW Printer vs Canon imageCLASS LBP247dw

Buy the Brother HL-L2460DW if you want the lowest price and a compact footprint for light home-office printing. Buy the Canon imageCLASS LBP247dw if you print often and want speed, a touchscreen and a bigger paper supply. As of November 7, 2026, the Brother's best new price is $179.99 at Adorama, and the Canon's is $259.00 at Copyfaxes. The Canon costs about $79 more and is the faster, heavier-duty machine.

Today the Brother HL-L2460DW Printer costs $79.01 less at its best price.

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