Brother MFC-420CN Ink Cartridges

Brother MFC-420CN Printer Review

The Brother MFC-420CN is a true all-in-one color inkjet printer, with the ability to print, copy, scan, and fax. It even includes a network port for sharing, though its speeds of up to 20 pages per minute in black and 15 pages per minute in color, as well as its small paper capacity, could be limiting factors for multiple user environments. Users do get the benefit of very affordable Brother MFC-420CN printer ink, however.

The compact design of the MFC-420CN is very impressive, considering its wide array of features. It measures only 6.5 inches tall, with a footprint of 15.3x15.8 inches. It weighs only 13.2 pounds, making it easy to take out of the box and set up. The ethernet port makes it easy to share among multiple users, and with the "Scan to" feature, users can send files directly to their computer, or even save them to a memory card.

Despite such a small frame, it still includes a 25-sheet automatic document feeder for fast scanning, but the input paper capacity is only 100 sheets, and the output tray can hold only 25 sheets at a time, so it is definitely designed for light-duty use. The maximum enhanced resolution is up to 6000x1200 dpi, so output quality is quite good, and extra features like media card slots enhance its functionality.

Price for OEM Brother MFC-420CN printer ink cartridges can be a bit high. Users who want to keep costs down should consider compatible Brother MFC-420CN ink instead. The Brother MFC-420CN ink cartridges come in four separate colors to eliminate waste, and each color supply provides up to 400 pages, while the black supply provides up to 500 pages.

For buyers who want an inkjet with a full complement of office features, the Brother MFC-420CN makes an excellent choice. It doesn't have the speed or capacity to support many users at once, but it is adequate for a home or small office with low volumes.