Choosing between these two all-in-one printers comes down to what you print most: black-and-white documents or color pages. The Brother MFC-L2740DW is a monochrome laser all-in-one priced at $129.95, and the Canon PIXMA TS6420a is a color inkjet all-in-one priced at $69.95. Both are all-in-one designs, so the practical differences are speed, color support, connections, and condition.
Quick verdict
If your workday is mostly text pages, the Brother MFC-L2740DW is the more capable printer. If you need color output or want the lower listed price, the Canon PIXMA TS6420a is the more flexible choice.
How to think about the trade-off
Before comparing features, ask what a typical week looks like. If you print forms, reports, and correspondence, the Brother's monochrome laser approach will get through pages far faster. If your stack includes color presentations, school handouts, and photos, the Canon's color support becomes the deciding factor.
Comparison at a glance
| Feature | Brother MFC-L2740DW | Canon PIXMA TS6420a |
|---|---|---|
| Listed price | USD 129.95 | USD 69.95 |
| Printer type | Wireless monochrome laser all-in-one | Wireless color inkjet all-in-one |
| Black print speed | 32 ppm | 4 ppm |
| Connectivity | Wireless, Ethernet (RJ-45), USB 2.0 | Wireless, Bluetooth |
| Included functions | Scanner, copier, fax, duplex | Scanner, copier |
| Condition | Used | New |
Where the Brother MFC-L2740DW wins
- Fast black-and-white output gives it a clear edge for text-heavy jobs.
- Ethernet and USB 2.0 broaden the connection options beyond wireless.
- Fax and duplex printing are included for offices that handle faxes or double-sided pages.
Where the Canon PIXMA TS6420a wins
- Color inkjet printing handles color content the Brother cannot.
- Its listed price is $60 below the Brother's.
- Bluetooth support gives phones and tablets a direct printing path.
Product notes
Brother MFC-L2740DW
The Brother MFC-L2740DW is built around producing black-and-white pages quickly. The 32 ppm black print speed is paired with 600 x 600 DPI output, which points to crisp text and steady handling of multi-page jobs. Fax and duplex printing are practical additions if you still send faxes or want two-sided prints without manual flipping. Connection choices span wired and wireless, and the higher listed price reflects a more document-focused machine. The two limitations to weigh are color-this is monochrome only-and used condition.
Canon PIXMA TS6420a
The Canon PIXMA TS6420a is the color alternative in this matchup. As an inkjet all-in-one, it can handle color pages that a monochrome laser cannot, making it natural for school assignments, presentations, or occasional photos. Wireless support makes it easy to print from laptops and phones, and it keeps the scanner and copier functions you expect from an all-in-one. The lower price is a strong reason to choose it for general home use, and it is a new unit. The main limitation is speed: its black print speed is only 4 ppm, so long text-heavy jobs will move much slower than the Brother.
Final choice by use case
Choose the Brother MFC-L2740DW when fast black-and-white output and document-heavy office work matter more than color. It carries the higher listed price, but it is the stronger document workhorse.
Choose the Canon PIXMA TS6420a when you want color output, a lower listed price, and simple mobile printing; just expect slower black-and-white pages.
