Brother HL-P2000 Toner Cartridges

Brother HL-P2000 Printer Review

The Brother HL-P2000 is a multifunction monochrome laser printer that offers more than a buyer might expect given its compact size and affordable price. The unit is designed for home users or small office users who want to maximize space by using a single machine that can print, scan, and copy. It does not include faxing features, however, and print speed is a bit slow, at 10 pages per minute. Printer toner costs are lower than most of its competition, keeping the cost of replacing toners to a minimum.

There are more compact devices for the price with similar features, but the slight amount of extra bulk is somewhat beneficial, as the HL-P2000 uses a straighter paper path than some competing models. This helps to avoid common problems such as paper jams and paper curling. The output paper tray does stick out quite a bit from the front of the machine, which is slightly inconvenient, especially since the controls are located near the rear of the top panel. It does not include a built-in network port, but it can be shared through a computer connected to the network.

The Brother HL-P2000 toner cartridge that comes with the device has a page yield of only 1,000 pages, but replacement Brother HL-P2000 toner cartridges have a larger page yield of 2,200 pages, making them a much better value. The low cost of Brother HL-P2000 toner is one of the main benefits of the device, as it keeps operating costs down over the life of the machine. Using compatible Brother HL-P2000 toner instead of expensive OEM versions lowers costs even more.

In their review of the HL-P2000, PC Pro praised its solid construction and found its copying and scanning functions very useful. They found its print speed impressive for the price, as well as its print quality. They disliked the software that comes with the machine, however, finding that it did not add any real value.

Overall, the Brother HL-P2000 is a solid multifunction machine with great features and decent print speeds for its low price. Buyers who want a compact design and the ability to handle most everyday tasks will find a lot to like, especially its low operating costs.