Compare Brother DCP-J1050DW vs Epson EcoTank L3256
In this technical comparison between the Brother DCP-J1050DW and the Epson EcoTank L3256, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
Choosing between these two Printers models often comes down to your budget, with prices around between $100 – $140 and 180 USD.
| Specifications |
Brother DCP-J1050DW |
Epson EcoTank L3256 |
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| Launch | ||
| Release Version | 2021 | 2021 |
| Sensor Technology | ||
| Technology | Color Inkjet (Piezo with 210 nozzles for Black, 70x3 for Color) | On-demand inkjet (Piezoelectric) / Epson Micro Piezo™ |
| Function | 3-in-1 (Print, Copy, Scan) | Print, Scan, Copy |
| Color / Monochrome | Both (supports 4 individual ink cartridges) | Color (4-color system) |
| Print speed | Up to 17.0 ipm (Mono) / 9.5 ipm (Color) | Up to 33 ppm (Black) / 15 ppm (Color) |
| Image Resolution | Up to 1200 x 6000 dpi (Windows) / 1200 x 3600 dpi (Mac) | 5760×1440 dpi |
| Duplex printing | es (Automatic, up to A4/LTR) | Manual |
| Max paper size | A4 | Legal (215.9×355.6 mm) / A4 |
| Scan & Copy | ||
| Scanner type | Flatbed (CIS - Contact Image Sensor) | Flatbed color image scanner (CIS) |
| Scan resolution | Optical: Up to 1200 x 2400 dpi; Interpolated: Up to 19,200 x 19,200 dpi | 1200×2400 dpi |
| Copy speed | Up to 11.5 ipm (Mono) / 4.0 ipm (Color) | Up to 7.7 ipm (Black) / 3.8 ipm (Color) |
| Ink / Toner | ||
| Ink type | LC421 Series (Innobella™ Ink) | Dye Ink (Epson 003 or 103 series depending on region) |
| Ink cost / page yield | * Standard (LC421): Approx. 200 pages (Black & Color) High Yield (LC421XL): Approx. 500 pages (Black & Color) | ~4,500 pages (Black) / ~7,500 pages (Color) |
| Number of colors | 4 (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) | 4 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) |
| Paper Handling | ||
| Input tray capacity | 150 sheets (80 g/m² plain paper) | 100 sheets (Plain paper); 20 sheets (Photo paper) |
| Output tray capacity | 50 sheets | 30 sheets (Plain paper) |
| Supported media | Plain, Inkjet, Glossy (Cast/Resin), Recycled, Envelopes, Index cards | A4, A5, A6, B5, 10×15 cm, Envelopes, Legal, Letter |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 | High-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11b/g/n (Wireless LAN) & Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Ethernet | No (This model is Wireless/USB only) | No |
| Mobile printing | Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Brother Mobile Connect app | Epson Smart Panel, Epson iPrint, Email Print, Remote Print Driver |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | 4.5cm (1.8") TFT Color LCD | No |
| Buttons | Physical navigation buttons (OK, Back, Start, Stop) | Physical buttons for Power, Wi-Fi, Network Status, Copy (B&W/Color), and Stop |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | Copying: ~13W | Ready: ~3W | Sleep: ~0.7W | Off: ~0.2W | 12W (Operating), 4.5W (Ready), 0.7W (Sleep) |
| Noise level | Approx. 53.5 dB(A) during operation | Approx. 50 dB(A) (Plain paper) |
| Body Dimensions | ||
| Size | 400 (W) x 343 (D) x 151 (H) mm | 375×347×179 mm (Width x Depth x Height) |
| Weight | Approx. 6.9 kg | 3.9 kg |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Printer, Inbox Ink Cartridges (approx. 200 pages), Power Supply Cord, Driver Software, Quick Set-up Guide (USB cable usually not included). | Printer, 4 individual ink bottles (CMYK) + 1 extra Black bottle (varies by region), Power cable, Setup guide, Driver CD |
| Price | between $100 – $140 | 180 USD |
| Full Details | DCP-J1050DW - Full Specifications | EcoTank L3256 - Full Specifications |