Epson
Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8550
Photo EcoTank inkjet
90
/ 100
From $699
VS
Brother
Brother HL-L2460DW
Mono laser · Wi-Fi · Duplex · subscription-free
90
/ 100
From $239
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8550 lands at 90 and Brother HL-L2460DW at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8550 if…
- ✓Wireless printing
- ✓AirPrint/Mopria compatible
- ✓Good first-page-out time (laser models)
Pick Brother HL-L2460DW if…
- ✓No subscription ink DRM
- ✓Cheap per-page cost
- ✓Fast mono output
Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8550 90
vs 90 Brother HL-L2460DW
Score breakdown
Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8550
90 speed 86
quality 90
cost 82
reliability 88
Brother HL-L2460DW
90 speed 90
quality 88
cost 96
reliability 94
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8550 | Brother HL-L2460DW |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Photo EcoTank inkjet | Mono laser |
| Speed | — | 36 ppm |
| Paper cap | — | 250 sheets |
| Connectivity | — | Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet |
Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8550
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
Brother HL-L2460DW
Pros
- +No subscription ink DRM
- +Cheap per-page cost
- +Fast mono output
Cons
- −Mono only
- −Slow first-page-out
- −Paper tray is small
FAQ: Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8550 vs Brother HL-L2460DW
Which is better, Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8550 or Brother HL-L2460DW? +
Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8550 worth the price? +
At $699, Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8550 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in quality.
Is Brother HL-L2460DW worth the price? +
At $239, Brother HL-L2460DW delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in cost.
Does Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8550 or Brother HL-L2460DW 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.