Multi-function printers at Mega start at $273.75 (Brother MFC-L2820DW); print-only from $172.46 (Brother HL-L2445DW). A higher-volume office printer runs to $780.02 inc GST (Brother MFC-L5915DW). The price gap tracks monthly print volume and paper handling, not just features - a printer rated for light home use costs less because it's built for a smaller monthly page count.
- Compact mono laser printers at Mega run $273.75-$394.14 inc GST; higher-volume office models run $541.15-$780.02.
- Price tracks the manufacturer's recommended monthly print volume, not just speed or features.
- Match the printer to your busiest recurring print job, not just your average monthly total.
- A colour printer costs more upfront and in running cost than an equivalent mono model.
What printers actually cost
| Printer | Price inc GST | Recommended for |
|---|---|---|
| Brother MFC-L2820DW, compact mono laser | $273.75 | Light, occasional printing - a small office or home-based business |
| Brother MFC-L2920DW, professional mono laser | $394.14 | Regular daily printing with moderate monthly volume |
| Brother MFC-L3755CDW, compact colour laser | $541.15 | Documents that need colour, at a similar duty level to the L2920DW |
| Brother MFC-L5915DW, professional mono laser | $780.02 | Higher-volume offices with heavier daily printing |
What actually drives the price difference
- Recommended monthly print volume - the manufacturer rates each model for a monthly page range built into the toner system and drum life; higher-volume models cost more because they're engineered for that load.
- Colour versus mono - a colour laser costs more upfront and more to run per page than a mono model with a similar duty rating.
- Paper handling - higher-volume models typically support larger paper trays and more consistent two-sided printing at speed.
- Build for continuous use - a model rated for heavier volume is built to run that volume daily without the component wear a lighter model would see under the same load.
Matching the printer to your workload
- Occasional printing, a handful of documents a day: the $273.75 compact mono laser covers it.
- Regular daily printing at moderate volume: step up to the $394.14 model for a higher recommended monthly volume.
- Documents that need colour on a similar duty level: the $541.15 compact colour laser.
- A busier office with heavier daily printing: the $780.02 professional mono laser is built for that load.
Check your actual monthly page count against each model's recommended monthly volume before buying - a model rated well below your real workload is more likely to struggle under that volume than one sized correctly from the start.
FAQ
What's the cheapest office printer at Mega?
The Brother MFC-L2820DW compact mono laser, $273.75 inc GST, suited to light occasional printing.
Why does a colour printer cost more than a mono printer?
A colour laser printer costs more upfront and more to run per page than an equivalent mono model at a similar duty rating, because it uses multiple toner cartridges instead of one.
How do I know which printer volume I need?
Check your actual monthly page count against the manufacturer's recommended monthly print volume for each model, not just the printer's top speed.
Is a more expensive printer always better value?
Only if your workload needs that capacity. A printer rated well above your actual volume costs more than necessary; one rated well below wears out faster under real daily use.
One last thing
Mega Office Supplies is family owned and operated since 2008. Standard orders over $149 inc GST ship free (excludes bulky items and regional or remote areas).
