Which is better for a home office that prints every day?

The Brother HL-L2460DW. It prints at 36 ppm, holds 250 sheets, and does not depend on an online account to keep working.

Is the HP worth the savings over the Brother?

At $89.99 versus $169.99 as of November 7, 2026, the HP saves $80 up front. That gap shrinks over time because HP+ forces Original HP Toner, while the Brother accepts cheaper third-party cartridges.

Which has lower running costs?

The Brother, generally. Its separate toner and drum and its tolerance of third-party toner give you cheaper options. The HP's HP+ lock leaves Original HP Toner as the only choice.

Do both print double-sided?

Yes. Both have automatic duplex printing built in.

Can I use the HP without internet?

No. HP+ requires an HP account and an internet connection, so the printer needs to be online even for basic setup.

The HP is slightly lighter at about 13.9 lb versus 15.9 lb, but it is deeper at 16.8 in versus 14.2 in. Check your shelf depth before buying.

Brother HL-L2460DW Printer vs HP LaserJet M209dwe

Buy the HP LaserJet M209dwe if price is the deciding factor: it is $89.99 at Wisetek Market as of November 7, 2026, against $169.99 at eBay for the Brother HL-L2460DW as of the same date. The Brother prints faster at 36 ppm versus 30 ppm, has a 250-sheet tray, and works with third-party toner and without an HP account. The HP is cheaper up front but locks you into Original HP Toner and an internet-connected HP+ account.

Today the HP LaserJet M209dwe costs $80.00 less at its best price.

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