The Brother HL-L2350DW punches well above its price point. If you only need mono printing, this is the most cost-effective and reliable option available under $150.
The Brother HL-L2350DW is the go-to recommendation for anyone who needs a reliable monochrome laser printer without breaking the bank. It prints fast, its toner lasts a long time, and setup is surprisingly painless for a device at this price point.
Specifications
Design & Build
The HL-L2350DW is compact for a laser printer — smaller than many inkjet AIOs. The plastic build feels light but adequately sturdy. The 250-sheet tray handles standard office paper well, and the rear manual feed slot accepts heavier stock.
Print Quality
Mono text output is excellent. Fine detail, sharp edges, and consistent density across the page. At 2400×600 dpi effective resolution, this printer produces documents that look fully professional at normal reading distances.
Speed
32 ppm is genuinely fast at this price. In our testing we measured 29 ppm on sustained runs — still impressive. First page out time clocks at around 8.5 seconds from ready mode.
Running Costs
The starter toner yields around 700 pages. The TN-730 standard cartridge yields 1,200 pages; the TN-760 high-yield cartridge yields 3,000 pages at a cost-per-page of around $0.018 — among the lowest in its class.
Wireless Setup
Brother's iPrint&Scan app handles wireless setup cleanly on both iOS and Android. WPS one-button pairing works reliably on supported routers. The printer also supports AirPrint and Mopria.
Performance Scores
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✔ Excellent 32 ppm print speed
- ✔ Low cost-per-page with high-yield toner
- ✔ Compact desktop footprint
- ✔ Solid wireless and mobile print support
- ✔ Automatic duplex printing
- ✔ Reliable paper handling
Cons
- ✗ Monochrome only — no colour
- ✗ No touchscreen or display
- ✗ Scanner not included
- ✗ Wi-Fi setup can be fiddly initially