Compact workhorse, Brother HL-L2390DW targets home offices

Edited by ad hoc news Flagship & Bestseller Desk. Reviewed before publication on 06/15/2026 at 10:08 AM ET. Details in the imprint.

The Brother HL-L2390DW positions itself as a compact monochrome laser all-in-one for households and small offices that print mostly text but still need a reliable flatbed scanner on the side. Brother lists this model with print speeds up to 32 pages per minute (ppm), automatic duplex printing and built-in Wi-Fi, features that have helped turn the HL-L2300 series into one of the brand’s most visible entry-level laser lines in US retail. Brother’s official product page specifies a recommended monthly print volume of up to 2,000 pages, underlining that the device is built for regular, not occasional, duty.

What the Brother HL-L2390DW offers on the desk

At its core, the HL-L2390DW is a monochrome laser printer with integrated copier and scanner, aimed at users who prioritize crisp text output over color graphics. According to the specification sheet, the machine delivers a maximum print resolution of up to 2400 x 600 dpi and supports automatic two-sided printing out of the box, allowing users to cut paper consumption without adding extra hardware. The flatbed scanner on top handles documents up to letter size and supports resolutions up to 600 x 1200 dpi optically, which is sufficient for contracts, invoices and other office documents that do not require photographic archiving.

The paper handling reflects this office-first orientation. The HL-L2390DW comes with a 250-sheet main paper tray for letter and legal paper plus a manual feed slot for envelopes or thicker media, helping reduce the number of paper reloads during larger jobs. Brother quotes a first page out time as fast as around 8.5 seconds, meaning the device can wake from ready mode and produce a single-page print job quickly enough for typical home office workflows. Noise levels remain relatively modest for a laser unit in this segment, a detail reviewers frequently highlight when comparing laser and inkjet devices for shared living and working spaces.

Connectivity and software support are designed to integrate with mixed-device households. The HL-L2390DW supports USB 2.0 for direct connection to a desktop PC, but also includes 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct for wireless printing from notebooks, tablets and smartphones. Brother notes compatibility with Apple AirPrint, Google Cloud Print (where still supported), Mopria and the company’s own iPrint&Scan app, making it easier to trigger print and scan jobs from iOS and Android devices without installing complex drivers. For Windows and macOS users, Brother supplies full driver packages with support for secure printing and various page layout options.

Running costs are central for a monochrome laser in this segment, and Brother leans on its separate toner and drum design to keep cost per page competitive over the device’s life cycle. The HL-L2390DW uses the TN-730 standard yield toner cartridge and the higher-capacity TN-760 cartridge, with the latter rated for up to 3,000 pages under ISO/IEC 19752 conditions, while the DR-730 drum unit is rated for approximately 12,000 pages before replacement. In practice, buying the high-yield cartridge tends to deliver a lower per-page cost than comparable inkjet printers aimed at the same audience, which is why this model often appears on shortlists for budget-conscious home offices in retailer and media comparisons. An expert testing panel at PCMag, for example, highlighted the printer’s fast speeds and low running costs relative to competing units in its class. PCMag’s review notes that the HL-L2390DW delivered strong text quality and competitive speeds in their lab tests.

Physically, the device is compact enough to fit on a typical IKEA-style office table, with a footprint roughly 16 inches wide and just over 15 inches deep and a weight in the mid-20 pound range. The control panel on the front combines a small monochrome LCD with physical buttons for common operations such as copying, scanning and navigating the menu, avoiding the need for a touchscreen that might drive up costs. While there is no automatic document feeder (ADF) on this model, which limits scanning and copying to one sheet at a time on the flatbed, Brother positions that omission as a trade-off for a lower price point and smaller chassis compared with its MFC-branded models that carry an ADF and fax functionality.

From a market perspective, the HL-L2390DW effectively bridges entry-level single-function lasers and more expensive office all-in-ones, and it tends to be discounted regularly at major US retailers. Street prices often fall below its original list price, especially during back-to-school and holiday sales windows, making it an accessible upgrade path for users moving away from older inkjet devices that suffer from clogged nozzles or high cartridge costs. In addition, Brother provides a limited one-year warranty on this model, with options for extended coverage through third-party retailers or company programs in select regions.

Within Brother’s broader printing portfolio, the HL-L2390DW sits near the heart of its mainstream monochrome laser line for home and small office users, complementing both more basic single-function units and higher-end MFC-series models with networking and fax. Brother Industries is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, and its shares (ISIN JP3830000006) closed at JPY 2,797 on TSE on 06/14/2026, underscoring how its printer and imaging portfolio remains a key pillar of the group’s business mix. Reuters’ market data page shows the recent trading range and market capitalization.

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