Choose HL-1040 if you need:
- Higher Power Consumption Sleep: 13 W vs 1.1 W
- Drum Model: DR-300
- Higher Drum Yield: 20000 pages
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Width: 69.8 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-1040 & Canon MF236n
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-1040 and MF236n within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-1040 | MF236n |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | — | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | Canon PRINT Business, Apple AirPrint, Mopria Print Service |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | — | IP/MAC address filtering, IEEE 802.1X, SNMPv3, HTTPS/IPPS |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 390 mm | 391.2 mm |
| Depth | 365 mm | 373.4 mm |
| Height | 245 mm | 360.7 mm |
| Weight | 7.2 kg | 12.1 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-120 / 220-240 V | 120 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 280 W | 420 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 13 W | 1.1 W |
| Warranty | — | 1-year limited exchange/carry-in warranty (U.S.) |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | — | Yes |
| Fax Modem Speed | — | 33.6 kbps |
| Fax Resolution | — | 200 x 400 dpi |
| Fax Memory | — | 256 pages |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | Canon |
| Product Model | HL-1040 | imageCLASS MF236n |
| Product Series | HL | imageCLASS MF230 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy, Fax | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-300 | Cartridge 137 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 1700 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2200 pages | 2400 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-300 | — |
| Drum Yield | 20000 pages | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, Letter, Legal, Executive, B5, A5, A6 | Letter, Legal, Executive, Statement |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 69.8 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 229 mm | — |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 105 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 356 mm | — |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Bond, Transparency, Label, Envelope, Organizer | Plain, Color, Recycled, Heavy, Bond, Label, Envelope |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 158 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 200 sheets | 251 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 200 sheets | 251 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 1 sheets | 1 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | — | Flatbed + ADF |
| Optical Scan Resolution | — | 600 x 600 dpi |
| ADF Capacity | — | 35 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 10 ppm | 24 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 15 s | 6 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 15000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 500-2000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | 30 s | 14 s |
| Processor Speed | 16 MHz | — |
| Standard Memory | 2 MB | 256 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 2 MB | — |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | — |
| Print Languages | PCL 4, Epson FX-850, IBM ProPrinter XL | UFR II LT |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | — | 24 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | — | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | — | 999 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | — | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MF236n if you need:
- USB
- Ethernet
- Mobile Printing: Canon PRINT Business, Apple AirPrint, Mopria Print Service
- Apple AirPrint
What is the difference between HL-1040 and MF236n?
HL-1040 and MF236n share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (600 x 600 dpi), Maximum Paper Size (Legal), Minimum Media Weight (60 g/m²).
The main differences: Printer Functions (HL-1040: Print, MF236n: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax); Black Print Speed A4 (HL-1040: 10 ppm, MF236n: 24 ppm).
HL-1040 may suit users who need its differing values, while MF236n benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.