Should I buy the Brother HL-L2460DW or Epson EcoTank ET-2850?

The better buy depends on what you print most often and whether you need scanning/copying:

Choose the Brother HL-L2460DW if:

• You mainly print black-and-white text.
• You print occasionally and want lower maintenance.
• You want a simple printer with laser toner, which is less prone to drying out during long gaps between uses.
• You do not need scan/copy features, since this model is a print-only printer.

Choose the Epson EcoTank ET-2850 if:

• You need color printing.
• You want an all-in-one printer with scanning and copying.
• You print a lot and care most about low cost per page over time.

My quick pick

• Mostly documents, infrequent use, and no need for color or scanning/copying: get the Brother.
• Mixed use, color, scanning/copying, and heavier printing: get the Epson EcoTank.

If you’re unsure, the safer long-term choice for most home users who print a lot is the EcoTank ET-2850; if you mostly print text and go weeks between jobs, the Brother HL-L2460DW is the simpler pick.

Exact features can vary a bit by region/package, so it’s worth checking the product page before buying.