I previously owned a Canon Pixma printer, and tired of issues with it. Finally trashing it and making the switch. After going through numerous posts on Reddit, I've finally decided for a Brother Monochrome laser printer, because:

• I want a BIFL printer - that's why Brother

• I am okay with Monochrome (although Color would have been good) - but heard Monochrome has less issues as it's not overly complicated mechanicals. I can live with Monochrome.

• Going Laser since I'll only be printing once in a while - for home use purpose. It may sit idle for a few weeks, before I have a need to print

I have shortlisted a few, and would like this community's help to finalize. Here are my needs:

• Duplex Printing required - can live with Monochrome

• Color/B&W Scanning (duplex is good-to-have and optional; ADF is optional as well) - mostly flatbed would do. Brother HL-L2460W ruled out, since it lacks scanning.

• Copy - duplex optional

• Fax not required (but don't mind if its included in my budget of $250)

• Touchscreen interface preferred 'cuz its convenient

Based on all this, I have the following on my shortlist:

• Brother HL-L2480DW - this checks all the boxes and is my preferred one. $220 on Amazon

• Brother DCP-L2640DW - $200 on Amazon. But why is DCP-L2640DW more popular than HL-L2480DW and less priced ($20 less) even though it has ADF? Does that mean HL-L2480DW is higher quality even though it lacks ADF and hence higher priced? I know this has a 2-line LCD rather than 2.7" touchscreen.

• Brother MFC-L2807DW at Costco priced at $250 - Is this printer better than HL L2480DW? How is it different from DCP-L2640DW, considering a $50 price difference? Considering its only $30 more than HL-L2480DW, I don't mind going for it if it's much better, esp. cuz I'll get the ADF as a bonus when I need it. I am being more and more inclined to this one, since I get ADF, as well as the peace of mind for it being from Costco (Returns-wise should anything happen). I couldn't find a direct comparison anywhere comparing HL-L2480DW and MFC-L2807DW.

• Brother MFC-L2820DW - This is priced at $250 on Amazon as well. But, what's the difference when compared to DCP-L2640DW and Costco MFC-L2807DW?

I'll go with anything that's higher quality for home use lasting me many years, don't mind paying the premium. Many thanks in advance for your inputs. :)

I know we're all skeptical about Wirecutter, and I'm doubly skeptical that all of their top printer, laser printer, and scanner suggestions are HP. I've had enough personal experience with HP and seen enough comments here to know... never again.

The main mention here in BIFL always appears to be Brother. I know printers aren't really BIFL by definition, but I was hoping for some recommendations.

I don't need to print often, but I don't want a printer that's going to be a PITA with ink replacements or drying out. I was thinking of a laser printer this time around, and ideally one that can also scan documents.

Are most of my options going to be black and white only? Does anyone have a personal recommendation?

I have a small B/W Brother, but would like to have color and Duplex-ADF. So I looked up and those three have the same price:

Brother MFC-L8390CDW from 2023, nicest looks, small, fast, but only 600x600dpi and no cheap compatible cartridges available (yet?)

Brother MFC-L3770CDW from 2018, small, little slower, 2400x600dpi and readily available third-party toners

Brother MFC-L8690CDW from 2017, big, fast, 2400x600dpi and readily available cheap toners

Do I miss something? What is recommended? Has Brother changed something with the new models (chips in the cartridges)?

I did read that some newer color laser printers can do decent photo printing, is there a recommendation? I am not buying a color laser for that, but it would be nice to have.

Is there a catch with the Brother EcoPro subscription?

I have a HP inkjet all in one printer and it’s stopped working, hates it anyway.

I’ve been recommended to get a brother laser, only need b+w print, but I need a scanner too, which one is going to be best, don’t want to repeat the subscription problems of HP again!