Choose HL-630 if you need:
- Drum Model: DR-100
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Width: 76.2 mm
- Higher Maximum Custom Media Width: 215.9 mm
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Length: 127 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-630 & Canon MF236n
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-630 and MF236n within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-630 | 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 | — | 391.2 mm |
| Depth | — | 373.4 mm |
| Height | — | 360.7 mm |
| Weight | — | 12.1 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | — | 420 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | — | 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-630 | imageCLASS MF236n |
| Product Series | — | 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-100 | Cartridge 137 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 1700 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | — | 2400 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-100 | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Executive, Legal, Letter, Envelopes | Letter, Legal, Executive, Statement |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76.2 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | — |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 355.6 mm | — |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Bond, Recycled, Envelopes, Labels | Plain, Color, Recycled, Heavy, Bond, Label, Envelope |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | — | 251 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | — | 251 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 1 sheets | 1 sheets |
| Output Capacity | — | 100 sheets |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | — | Flatbed + ADF |
| Optical Scan Resolution | — | 600 x 600 dpi |
| ADF Capacity | — | 35 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | — | 24 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | — | 6 s |
| Print Resolution | — | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 15000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 500-2000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | — | 14 s |
| Standard Memory | — | 256 MB |
| Print Languages | — | 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-630 and MF236n?
HL-630 and MF236n share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Input Voltage (120 V), Maximum Paper Size (Legal), Minimum Media Weight (60 g/m²).
The main differences: Printer Functions (HL-630: Print, MF236n: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax).
HL-630 may suit users who need its differing values, while MF236n benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.