Brother HL-6180DW Toner Cartridges

Brother HL-6180DW Printer Review

The Brother HL-6180DW is one in a series of monochrome laser printers that includes the HL-6180 and HL-6180DWT models, the latter of which expands capabilities further by providing an extra paper tray. Tests show that the HL-6180DW has fast maximum speeds that can print up to 42 pages per minute on letter size paper. Considering such speeds and its balance of features, this office printer has a moderately inexpensive price tag.

Among its impressive package of features, the unit incorporates a duplexer for double-sided printing, as well as a standard 550-sheet paper capacity that can be expanded to support a maximum of 1,050 pages. It also features flexible connectivity, including a standard USB connection, ethernet for wired networking, and a host of options for wireless printing like mobile AirPrint for compatible Apple devices and Google Cloud Print.

Reviews cite a satisfactory output across the board, with text and graphics printing with a fine resolution of 1200x1200 dpi using black Brother HL-6180DW printer toner. With the added knowledge that this device can keep up with a maximum monthly duty cycle of 100,000 pages, it should easily be able to support heavy-duty small offices. Such robust volumes are impressive considering the unit's compact size of only 11x14x15 inches that can easily fit on most desktop spaces.

One of the most noted features of this device is its low running cost, which is made possible by inexpensive replacement toners. The unit uses a single black Brother HL-6180DW toner cartridge with a standard yield of 3,000 pages. This supply can be replaced by either a high-capacity Brother HL-6180DW toner cartridge that can last 8,000 pages, or a 12,000-sheet extra high-capacity option.

In terms of paper handling, speeds and cost of ownership, the HL-6180DW is at the top of the list among its competitors. Those buyers interested in a compact and flexible monochrome office printer would benefit from this machine.