In its promotional materials, Brother generally refers to the DCP-L2550DW ($159.99) as a multifunction copier. This monochrome laser device also prints and scans, but it doesn't fax—we would call it a three-function (print/copy/scan) all-in-one (AIO) printer. By whatever name, it is a worthy addition to a home or micro office looking for a workaday mono laser with good speed, a modest price tag, and a wide range of connectivity options, though it's best for text printing with middling overall output quality. Taking the Measure of a Multifunction Copier At 12.5 by 16.1 by 15.7 inches (HWD), and a weight of 25.6 pounds, you can probably find room for the DCP-L2550DW on your desk. Its two-line non-touch mono display, along with related function buttons, can be used to perform setup and maintenance tasks. Standard paper capacity is 251 sheets, split between a 250-sheet main tray and a single-sheet multipurpose feeder. In addition to a flatbed scanner, the DCP-L2550DW lives up to its...
The Brother DCP-L2550DW mono laser can print, copy, and scan (but not fax) multipage documents. It's best for a micro or home office where text-document printing is of the most importance.
Good standard paper capacity; 50-sheet ADF; Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, Ethernet, and USB connectivity; Includes Nuance PaperPort 14SE document-management software; Competitive running costs
No fax capabilities; Does not support automatic two-sided scanning; Below-par graphics and photo quality