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Brother MFC-J4540DW — Inkjet AIO · 2023
Brother

Brother MFC-J4540DW

Inkjet AIO · 2023

82
/ 100
From $229
VS
Lexmark MB2236adw — Mono laser AIO · 2020
Lexmark

Lexmark MB2236adw

Mono laser AIO · 2020

82
/ 100
From $299
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Brother MFC-J4540DW lands at 82 and Lexmark MB2236adw at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Brother MFC-J4540DW if…

  • ✓Wireless printing (most)
  • ✓Current-gen firmware
  • ✓Mature driver support

Pick Lexmark MB2236adw if…

  • ✓Wireless printing (most)
  • ✓Current-gen firmware
  • ✓Mature driver support
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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.

Cost

Tie

Compared on the cost 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.

Value for money

Brother MFC-J4540DW

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Brother MFC-J4540DW more score per dollar ($229 vs $299).

Brother MFC-J4540DW 82
vs
82 Lexmark MB2236adw

Score breakdown

Brother MFC-J4540DW
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 80
reliability 80
Lexmark MB2236adw
82
speed 78
quality 82
cost 80
reliability 80

Specs side-by-side

Brother MFC-J4540DW versus Lexmark MB2236adw — full spec comparison
Spec Brother MFC-J4540DW Lexmark MB2236adw
Type
Inkjet AIO
Mono laser AIO
Release year
2023
2020

Brother MFC-J4540DW

Pros
  • +Wireless printing (most)
  • +Current-gen firmware
  • +Mature driver support
Cons
  • −Ink/toner subscriptions (HP)
  • −Noisy under heavy loads
  • −Paper path varies

Lexmark MB2236adw

Pros
  • +Wireless printing (most)
  • +Current-gen firmware
  • +Mature driver support
Cons
  • −Ink/toner subscriptions (HP)
  • −Noisy under heavy loads
  • −Paper path varies

FAQ: Brother MFC-J4540DW vs Lexmark MB2236adw

Which is better, Brother MFC-J4540DW or Lexmark MB2236adw? +

Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Brother MFC-J4540DW worth the price? +

At $229, Brother MFC-J4540DW delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.

Is Lexmark MB2236adw worth the price? +

At $299, Lexmark MB2236adw delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.

Does Brother MFC-J4540DW or Lexmark MB2236adw 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-J4540DW or Lexmark MB2236adw? +

Brother MFC-J4540DW — more score per dollar ($229 vs $299). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.