Brother MFC-J1010DW vs Canon PIXMA TS7450i

Detailed Technical Comparison & Buying Guide

Brother MFC-J1010DW Brother MFC-J1010DW
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Canon PIXMA TS7450i Canon PIXMA TS7450i

Brother MFC-J1010DW

✅ Reliable ADF and high resolution.
❌ Setup app can be slightly tricky.

Canon PIXMA TS7450i

✅ ADF is excellent for multi-page documents.
❌ ADF does not support auto-duplexing.
Feature Brother MFC-J1010DW Canon PIXMA TS7450i
Print Technology Inkjet Inkjet
Colour Output Colour Color
Print Resolution 1200 x 6000 dpi 4800 x 1200 dpi
Black Print Speed (PPM) 17 ipm 13 ipm
Colour Print Speed (PPM) 9.5 ipm 6.8 ipm
First Page Out Time 9.5 sec 11 sec
Auto Double-Sided Automatic Automatic
Input Paper Capacity 150 Sheets 100 Sheets (Front), 100 (Rear)
Output Tray Capacity 50 Sheets 40 Sheets
Supported Paper Sizes A4, LTR, LGL, EXE, A5, A6 A4, A5, B5, LTR
Paper Weight Support 64 to 220 g/m² 64 to 300 g/m²
Scanner Type Flatbed, ADF Flatbed, ADF
Scan Resolution 1200 x 2400 dpi 1200 x 2400 dpi
Auto Document Feeder 20 Sheets 35 Sheets (Simplex)
Copy Speed 11.5 ipm Approx 4.0 ipm
Wi-Fi Connectivity 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Ethernet Support No No
USB Connectivity Hi-Speed USB 2.0 USB Hi-Speed
Mobile Printing Support Brother Mobile Connect Canon PRINT App
Display Panel 4.5cm Colour LCD OLED (1.44 inch)
Monthly Duty Cycle 2,500 pages 1,500 pages
Ink/Cartridge System LC421 Series PG-560 / CL-561
Borderless Printing Yes Yes
Width 400 mm 403 mm
Depth 343 mm 364 mm
Height 172 mm 206 mm
Machine Weight 8.3 kg 8.2 kg
Energy Efficiency Energy Star Auto Power Off
Noise Level (dB) 50 dB(A) 44 dB(A)
Processor Speed 576 MHz N/A
Internal Memory 128 MB 128 MB
Cloud Print Support Brother Apps, Web Connect PIXMA Cloud Link
Security Features WPA2-PSK Standard Encryption
Compatible OS Windows, macOS Windows, macOS
Included in Box Starter Inks, Guide Ink, Power Cable, Manual
Warranty Period 1 Year Limited 1 Year
Recommended Use Home Office Tasks Home Office Scan Heavy

⚖️ Expert Verdict

Both the Brother MFC-J1010DW and the Canon PIXMA TS7450i are equipped with Automatic Document Feeders (ADF), making them strong contenders for a productive home office. The Canon TS7450i feels a bit more modern with its OLED status bar and superior photo rendering capabilities. However, Brother’s strength lies in its simplicity and lower running costs. The J1010DW is more compact and its internal mechanics feel slightly more robust for daily document churning. While the Canon is a better fit for those who occasionally dabble in high-quality graphic printing, the Brother MFC-J1010DW wins for users who want a straightforward, reliable 4-in-1 that prioritizes document efficiency over creative flair.

What Owners Are Saying?

Brother MFC-J1010DW

Toby
"Smallest footprint I could find with a proper ADF. Perfect for my studio where desk space is right tight. Sorted."

Florence
"Frugal choice for high-res scanning. Much more reliable than the HP stuff I used to have."

Arthur B.
"Reliable as anything."

Canon PIXMA TS7450i

LondonDesign
"Strategic choice for my freelance work. The ADF (document feeder) is an absolute unit of efficiency for scanning multi-page contracts. It looks quite posh on the desk too, which is a nice bonus for a home office."

George
"Print quality is decent but the software is a right faff. Took me ages to get the Wi-Fi sorted with my BT hub. Once it's working it's fine, but keep your patience ready for the setup."

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