Epson
Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820
Inkjet AIO · 2020
82
/ 100
From $269
VS
Brother
Brother MFC-J4540DW
Inkjet AIO · 2023
82
/ 100
From $229
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 lands at 82 and Brother MFC-J4540DW at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 if…
- ✓Wireless printing (most)
- ✓Current-gen firmware
- ✓Mature driver support
Pick Brother MFC-J4540DW if…
- ✓Wireless printing (most)
- ✓Current-gen firmware
- ✓Mature driver support
Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 82
vs 82 Brother MFC-J4540DW
Score breakdown
Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820
82 speed 78
quality 82
cost 80
reliability 80
Brother MFC-J4540DW
82 speed 78
quality 82
cost 80
reliability 80
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 | Brother MFC-J4540DW |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Inkjet AIO | Inkjet AIO |
| Release year | 2020 | 2023 |
Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820
Pros
- +Wireless printing (most)
- +Current-gen firmware
- +Mature driver support
Cons
- −Ink/toner subscriptions (HP)
- −Noisy under heavy loads
- −Paper path varies
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
FAQ: Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 vs Brother MFC-J4540DW
Which is better, Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 or Brother MFC-J4540DW? +
Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 worth the price? +
At $269, Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.
Is Brother MFC-J4540DW worth the price? +
At $229, Brother MFC-J4540DW delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in quality.
Does Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 or Brother MFC-J4540DW 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.