Choose HL-730 if you need:
- Drum Model: DR-200
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-730 & Canon MF232w
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-730 and MF232w within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-730 | MF232w |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | — | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | — | 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 | — | 312.4 mm |
| Weight | — | 10.8 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | — | 120 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | — | 420 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | — | 1.1 W |
| Warranty | — | 1-year limited exchange/carry-in warranty (U.S.) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | Canon |
| Product Model | HL-730 | imageCLASS MF232w |
| Product Series | — | imageCLASS MF230 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-200 | Cartridge 137 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 1700 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2200 pages | 2400 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-200 | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | — | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | — | Letter, Legal, Executive, Statement |
| Supported Media Types | — | Plain, Color, Recycled, Heavy, Bond, Label, Envelope |
| Minimum Media Weight | — | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | — | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | — | 251 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | — | 251 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | — | 1 sheets |
| Output Capacity | — | 100 sheets |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | — | Flatbed |
| Optical Scan Resolution | — | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 6 ppm | 24 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | — | 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 | — | 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 MF232w if you need:
- USB
- Ethernet
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
What is the difference between HL-730 and MF232w?
HL-730 and MF232w share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (600 x 600 dpi).
The main differences: Printer Functions (HL-730: Print, MF232w: Print, Scan, Copy); Black Print Speed A4 (HL-730: 6 ppm, MF232w: 24 ppm).
HL-730 may suit users who need its differing values, while MF232w benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.