The Brother MFC-L2750DW is a mono laser all-in-one — prints, copies, scans, and faxes. Aimed at small offices and home workers. Does the running cost still make sense in 2026?
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What toner does the Brother MFC-L2750DW use?
Same as the HL-L2350DW: Brother TN2420 (standard) or Brother TN2425 (high yield).
| Cartridge | Yield | Typical UK price | Cost per page |
|---|---|---|---|
| TN2420 (standard) | ~1,200 pages | ~£18 | ~1.5p |
| TN2425 (high yield) | ~3,000 pages | ~£30 | ~1.0p |
| Compatible TN2425 | ~3,000 pages | ~£12-£16 | ~0.4-0.5p |
At ~1p/page on OEM TN2425, this is one of the cheapest printers to run in the UK.
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Is it worth keeping?
Verdict: yes. No financial case for replacing it unless the hardware has faults or you now need colour printing.
2-year comparison (150 pages/month)
| Option | Toner (2yr) | Hardware | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keep MFC-L2750DW | ~£36 | £0 | ~£36 |
| Replace with MFC-L2802DW | ~£36 | ~£140 | ~£176 |
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Drum unit
Uses DR-2400 drum (~12,000 pages, ~£35 OEM). At 150 pages/month: 6-7 years between replacements, adding ~0.3p/page.
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FAQ
What toner does the MFC-L2750DW use? TN2420 (standard, ~1,200 pages) or TN2425 (high yield, ~3,000 pages).
What is the difference vs the HL-L2350DW? The MFC adds an automatic document feeder for scanning stacks, fax, and a touchscreen. Same toner, higher hardware cost.
How long does TN2425 last? At 150 pages/month, approximately 20 months per cartridge.
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