Brother HL-L1240W 20ppm - Black

Is this Brother printer worth buying?

The Brother HL-L1240W is an excellent choice for small offices and home use. It offers professional quality printing at 20 pages per minute, with integrated Wi-Fi connectivity. The compact design takes up little space, and the operating cost is low thanks to affordable compatible toners. It is a worthwhile investment if you need reliable and hassle-free mono printing.

What is the warranty in Portugal?

The Brother HL-L1240W includes a 3-year warranty in Portuguese territory, as per Brother's standard. The coverage includes manufacturing defects and components. Authorised technical assistance is available in Lisbon, Porto, and major cities. To activate the warranty, register the product on the Brother Portugal portal. Consumable parts (drum, toner) have specific policies.

How long does delivery take?

At BeeStore, deliveries in mainland Portugal and the islands are usually delivered within a few business days, subject to availability. We offer real-time tracking and optional signed delivery for order security.

Does it come ready to use or does it require assembly?

The printer arrives practically ready to use. Unpack, connect the power cable, install the initial toner and drum (included). Wi-Fi setup is intuitive via a small touch panel or the Brother iPrint&Scan app. Drivers for Windows and Mac can be downloaded from the Brother website. It takes a maximum of 15 minutes until the first print. There are no screws or complex assembly.

What is the difference compared to competitors like HP or Xerox?

The Brother HL-L1240W competes well against HP LaserJet Pro M404n and Xerox B210. Advantages: more compact design, simpler interface, cheaper toner and parts in Portugal. HP offers greater speed (40ppm in some models), but at a higher price. Xerox has better business support. For basic use in PT, the Brother balances quality, size and budget. Choose according to expected monthly volume.

What are the operating costs?

A compatible TN-1050 toner costs between 15-25 euros and prints approximately 1,000 pages. The cost per page is between 0.02-0.03 euros. The drum (DR-1050) lasts 10,000 pages and costs 40-60 euros. Electricity consumption is low, around 0.50 euros per month with moderate use. No liquid ink costs, damp paper, or waste. Preventive maintenance is minimal in Portugal.