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Brother MFC-L2820DW — Mono laser AIO
Brother

Brother MFC-L2820DW

Mono laser AIO

88
/ 100
From $329
VS
Epson EcoTank ET-4850 — EcoTank inkjet AIO
Epson

Epson EcoTank ET-4850

EcoTank inkjet AIO

88
/ 100
From $549
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Brother MFC-L2820DW lands at 88 and Epson EcoTank ET-4850 at 88. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Brother MFC-L2820DW if…

  • ✓Wireless printing
  • ✓AirPrint/Mopria compatible
  • ✓Good first-page-out time (laser models)

Pick Epson EcoTank ET-4850 if…

  • ✓Wireless printing
  • ✓AirPrint/Mopria compatible
  • ✓Good first-page-out time (laser models)
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Quality

Tie

Compared on the quality sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Reliability

Tie

Compared on the reliability sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Speed

Tie

Compared on the speed sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Brother MFC-L2820DW

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Brother MFC-L2820DW more score per dollar ($329 vs $549).

Brother MFC-L2820DW 88
vs
88 Epson EcoTank ET-4850

Score breakdown

Brother MFC-L2820DW
88
speed 84
quality 88
cost 82
reliability 86
Epson EcoTank ET-4850
88
speed 84
quality 88
cost 82
reliability 86

Specs side-by-side

Brother MFC-L2820DW versus Epson EcoTank ET-4850 — full spec comparison
Spec Brother MFC-L2820DW Epson EcoTank ET-4850
Type
Mono laser AIO
EcoTank inkjet AIO

Brother MFC-L2820DW

Pros
  • +Wireless printing
  • +AirPrint/Mopria compatible
  • +Good first-page-out time (laser models)
Cons
  • −Ink subscription lock-in (HP)
  • −Drum/toner replacement cost
  • −Slow photo print on some inkjets

Epson EcoTank ET-4850

Pros
  • +Wireless printing
  • +AirPrint/Mopria compatible
  • +Good first-page-out time (laser models)
Cons
  • −Ink subscription lock-in (HP)
  • −Drum/toner replacement cost
  • −Slow photo print on some inkjets

FAQ: Brother MFC-L2820DW vs Epson EcoTank ET-4850

Which is better, Brother MFC-L2820DW or Epson EcoTank ET-4850? +

Both score 88 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Brother MFC-L2820DW worth the price? +

At $329, Brother MFC-L2820DW delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in quality.

Is Epson EcoTank ET-4850 worth the price? +

At $549, Epson EcoTank ET-4850 delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in quality.

Does Brother MFC-L2820DW or Epson EcoTank ET-4850 last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, Brother MFC-L2820DW or Epson EcoTank ET-4850? +

Brother MFC-L2820DW — more score per dollar ($329 vs $549). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.