Brother is a well-known brand when it comes to printers, and they offer a wide range of all-in-one printers for home and office use. The MFC-J4335DW and MFC-J4535DW are two popular Brother inkjet all-in-one models aimed at small offices and busy households.
Both printers offer print, copy, scan and fax capabilities, wireless networking and duplex printing. However, there are some key differences between these two models that are worth examining before making a purchase decision.
Print Speed
One of the most noticeable differences between the MFC-J4335DW and MFC-J4535DW is print speed. The MFC-J4335DW has a maximum print speed of 22 pages per minute (ppm) for black text and 20 ppm for color. The MFC-J4535DW is a bit faster at 24 ppm for black and 22 ppm for color.
So if print speed is a priority, the MFC-J4535DW has an advantage – you’ll get your print jobs done quicker, which can make a difference in a busy home or office environment.
Print Quality
In terms of print quality, both models use inkjet technology with Brother’s DURABrite Ultra ink for vivid colors and sharp text. The printable resolution is up to 4800 x 1200 dpi on both models.
The MFC-J4535DW does have an edge when it comes to the print head – it uses a new Pagewide inkjet print head from Brother vs the standard print head on the MFC-J4335DW. This can result in even better print quality on the MFC-J4535DW.
Paper Handling
The paper input capacity on both models is 300 sheets, split between a 250-sheet main paper tray and a 50-sheet multi-purpose tray. Both also have an automatic document feeder that can hold up to 35 pages.
When it comes to paper output, the MFC-J4335DW can hold up to 100 sheets in its output tray. The MFC-J4535DW increases the output capacity to 150 sheets in the main tray.
The increased output capacity gives the MFC-J4535DW an advantage for high volume print jobs so you don’t have to empty the tray as often.
Connectivity
In terms of connectivity, both the MFC-J4335DW and MFC-J4535DW provide:
- Wireless 802.11b/g/n networking
- Ethernet
- Wi-Fi Direct
- USB 2.0
- NFC for easy mobile device pairing
The one difference is that the MFC-J4535DW adds Bluetooth LE connectivity, allowing you to print directly from Bluetooth-enabled devices without having to connect to a wireless network.
Print Languages
Both printers support the same print languages: PCL6, BR-Script3, PDF version 1.7, XPS version 1.0. So you’ll have broad compatibility with many printing applications and operating systems.
Mobile and Cloud Printing
When it comes to mobile printing options, both models provide support for Apple AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, Brother iPrint&Print and Cortado Workplace. You can print from your smartphone, tablet or laptop from anywhere.
They also offer integration with popular cloud storage services like Dropbox, Google Drive, Evernote, OneDrive and Box for scanning documents directly to the cloud or printing files stored online.
Security Features
Brother takes security seriously on their business-oriented models. Both the MFC-J4335DW and MFC-J4535DW support:
- Secure Function Lock feature to restrict access to features
- Enterprise security protocols like IPsec, SSL/TLS and 802.1x
- Secure print with PIN code
- Ability to completely disable wireless or networking capabilities if desired
So you can be reassured your data and documents are protected.
Faxing
Both models provide basic 33.6K bps fax capabilities with a 19-page memory if you still need this outdated technology. The MFC-J4535DW ups the memory to 30 pages to handle larger fax jobs.
Supplies and Cost Per Page
The MFC-J4335DW and MFC-J4535DW use the same LC3217 4-color ink cartridges from Brother, so the cost per page for ink is the same. Brother estimates the LC3217 cartridges will print about 3000 pages.
Here’s a look at the estimated cost per page, not including paper:
| Color | 3.5 cents |
| Black | 2.7 cents |
The replacement LC3217 ink cartridges retail for around $39 for black and $36 for color. So the ongoing cost of ownership is very comparable between the two models.
Warranty and Support
Brother provides a 1-year limited warranty on both the MFC-J4335DW and MFC-J4535DW. This covers any defects in materials or workmanship for 1 year from the original purchase date.
They also provide free phone support for the life of the printer and free online support through the Brother Solutions Center.
Overall Size and Weight
In terms of physical dimensions, the two models are quite comparable:
| MFC-J4335DW | 17.1 x 16.1 x 18.7 inches |
| MFC-J4535DW | 17.1 x 16.1 x 18.7 inches |
The weight is also nearly identical, with the MFC-J4335DW weighing 31.5 lbs and the MFC-J4535DW weighing 31.7 lbs.
So they will take up about the same amount of desk space and be equally portable if you need to move them between locations.
Additional Features
Some other noteworthy features on both models include:
- 35-page auto document feeder for scanning and copying multi-page documents
- Automatic two-sided printing
- 6.8cm color touchscreen LCD
- LED copy and scan light source for energy efficiency
- Page Layout, Watermark and Booklet printing options
- ID copy for scanning both sides of an ID to one page
- 1,200 x 2,400 dpi copy resolution
Summary of Differences
To recap the key differences:
| Feature | MFC-J4335DW | MFC-J4535DW |
| Print Speed | 22ppm black/20ppm color | 24ppm black/22ppm color |
| Print Head | Standard | Pagewide inkjet |
| Paper Output | 100 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Connectivity | No Bluetooth | Bluetooth LE |
| Fax Memory | 19 pages | 30 pages |
Conclusion
In conclusion, the MFC-J4535DW builds upon the MFC-J4335DW model with faster print speeds, increased paper capacity, Bluetooth connectivity and other enhancements like the Pagewide print head. For most home office users, the advantages of the MFC-J4535DW will be worth the slightly higher price.
However, the MFC-J4335DW still offers excellent performance for the price, so it remains a good option if you’re on a tighter budget. You still get versatile print, scan, copy and fax capabilities, automatic two-sided printing, ample paper capacity and wireless networking.
Overall, buyers can’t really go wrong with either model – Brother makes excellent, reliable all-in-one printers. The MFC-J4535DW simply provides some bonuses that may appeal if your workflows demand faster printing and more paper handling.
