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Brother

Brother

Good8/10

Japanese maker of printers, label makers and sewing machines, founded as a sewing-machine repairer.

Founded
1908
From
Japan
HQ
Nagoya, Japan
Owned by
Independent
Made in
Mostly Vietnam, the Philippines and China
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Printer

Good8/10Mid-range

Brother is widely recommended for no-fuss laser printing with low running costs. In 2025 it faced accusations that firmware updates restricted non-Brother toner; Brother denied blocking compatibles, but the episode dented its reputation.

Good at

  • Mono laser printers are a long-time reviewer favourite
  • Low toner costs, especially with high-yield cartridges
  • Durable, simple machines for home offices
  • INKvestment Tank inkjets offer lower running costs

Weak at

  • 2025 accusations that firmware hampered third-party toner (denied)
  • Photo printing is weaker than Canon or Epson
  • Printer software and apps look dated
Reliability
Value
Features
Service & warranty
HL laserDCP / MFC laser multifunctionINKvestment TankMFC-J inkjet

Best for: Home offices and families printing mostly documents

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Researched September 2026 from public reviews, consumer groups and retailer listings, and summarised by hand — ratings are a judgement, not a lab score. Check current reviews and local retailers before you buy.