Brother MFC-9180 Toner Cartridges

Brother MFC-9180 Printer Review

Although the design of the Brother MFC-9180 may not be as sleek as some of the competition, it manages to fit in some features that other compact multifunction laser printers lack. It can print at speeds of up to 10 pages per minute, and output quality is solid enough for the average home or small office user.

Most multifunction devices this small would include only a flatbed scanner, but the MFC-9180 also includes a 30-sheet automatic document feeder for quick scanning of multiple pages, despite being only 13.9 inches tall. The input paper capacity of 200 pages is also a little larger than expected, and it uses a straight paper path that reduces bending of the media.

The control panel isn't as advanced as some larger models, but users will find it provides adequate control. The small one-line LCD gives just enough feedback on settings and tasks, with alerts when the unit is low on paper or Brother MFC-9180 printer toner.

Even with its low price and compact design, there are still many advanced features included. PaperPort software provides OCR capabilities to recognize text in scanned documents, and can help users organize digital files. Fax features like fax forwarding and automatic redialing can also save time, though fax transmission speeds are limited to 14.4 Kbps.

The cost per page is impressively low for a compact machine, thanks to affordable Brother MFC-9180 toner cartridges with large capacities. The single Brother MFC-9180 toner cartridge can provide up to 2,200 pages before needing replaced, and compatible toners are available from some third-party vendors at a fraction of the cost of OEM supplies.

Personal users who need a lot of functionality but don't have a lot of space to spare will be pleased with the MFC-9180. It makes a few compromises in speed and capacity, but the low cost of Brother MFC-9180 toner and its affordable purchase price make it very appealing.