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Brother HL-EX470W

Enterprise color laser printer for workgroups of 10-50 people. 42 ppm color and black, 620-sheet standard input expandable to 2,700, NFC badge release, dual-band Wi-Fi. Print-only (no scanner).

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Print speed
42 ppm mono
Paper capacity
2,700 sheets
Duplex
Automatic Duplex
Connectivity
Wi-Fi · Wi-Fi Direct · Ethernet · USB
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Brother HL-EX470W
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Brother HL-EX470W is actually for

Most printer pages just tell you what a printer does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We sell a lot of these for a reason, but the reason is not "every office."

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You run a workgroup of 10-50 people that needs color output without buying a floor-standing copier.
  • You print between 3,000 and 15,000 pages per month, mixed color and black.
  • You need fast first page out (10 seconds) for short jobs that get printed all day long.
  • You want badge-tap release at the printer (NFC + Secure Print+) so jobs don't sit in the output tray.
  • You're standardizing on Brother and want shared toner across the EX-series fleet.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print up to 30,000 pages per month. The duty cycle handles it, but plan to keep extra TN-E80 cartridges on the shelf.
  • You only need wired Gigabit and don't care about the dual-band Wi-Fi.
  • You'd like an upgrade path to 2,700-sheet input later (the tower tray is a separate purchase).
  • You want a stapler or sorter eventually. The optional finisher bolts on, but it adds footprint and cost.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You need scanning, copying, or faxing. This is a print-only device. Get the MFC-EX670 or EX-series MFP instead.
  • You print more than 50,000 pages per month consistently. Look at a production color MFP with a real service contract.
  • You need 11x17 (tabloid) output. Largest sheet here is Folio (8" x 13").
  • You only print black-and-white. The HL-L6415DW costs less and uses cheaper toner.
  • You have less than 18 inches of desk depth. This is a 21.3" deep machine and it needs clearance for paper handling.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Brother HL-EX470W is an enterprise color laser printer for workgroups of 10 to 50 people that need color output without committing to a floor-standing copier. It prints 42 pages per minute in both color and black, with a 10-second first page out and a 150,000-page monthly duty cycle. The standard input is 620 sheets (520-sheet tray plus 100-sheet multipurpose) and you can stack it up to 2,700 sheets with the optional tower tray. The 3.5-inch color touchscreen, integrated NFC card reader, and Secure Print+ make badge-tap release straightforward, which is why we sell a lot of these into legal, finance, and healthcare offices that care about chain of custody on printed documents. Connectivity is Gigabit Ethernet plus dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4 and 5 GHz), with USB host ports front and back. The thing buyers regret: it's print-only. If you also need to scan or copy, you want the MFC equivalent. The other thing to know: at 17.4 x 21.3 x 15.8 inches it's not small, and the optional tower tray and stapler finisher make it bigger. Toner is the TN-E80 family, drum is the DR-810CL.
Print
Print technology Single-function
Print speed (mono) Up to 42 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 0 pages per minute
Duplex printing Automatic Duplex
First page out < 10 seconds
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Single-function
Duplex copy / scan Automatic Duplex
Scanner type
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 2 sheets
Paper size A4/Letter · A5 · Legal
Recommended monthly volume 15000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 150,000 pages/month
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax , Wi-Fi Direct
Display 3.5 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Desktop
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Brother
Model HL-EX470W
How you can buy this printer

Buy it, lease it, or just reorder supplies

Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.

Buy outright
One-time payment · yours to keep
Custom quote
Free delivery · 1-yr warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • 4,500-page starter toner included
  • 1-year Brother manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
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Supplies only
Already own one? Just reorder.
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Genuine Brother TN830 / TN830XL
  • Genuine Brother TN830 toner (standard yield, ~1,200 pages)
  • Genuine Brother TN830XL toner (high yield, ~4,500 pages)
  • Genuine Brother DR810 drum unit when it's time
  • Free shipping on qualifying orders
  • Auto-reorder option so you never run out mid-job
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Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.

Included with every order

What ships with the Brother HL-EX470W

The printer itself

Brother HL-EX470W in original Brother packaging. Desktop form factor, roughly 17.4 x 21.3 x 15.8 inches

Starter toner

Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.

Setup documentation

Brother quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.

Setup call (if you want it)

Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.

Supplies & consumables

Toner, yields, and what to actually reorder

The #1 question we get on this printer is "which toner do I buy?" Short answer: you have two cartridge options and a drum. Standard yield TN830 covers roughly 1,200 pages. High yield TN830XL covers roughly 4,500 pages and is the better value for most offices. Pick XL unless you print very little.

The drum unit (DR810) is separate and usually lasts 15,000 to 30,000 pages before it needs replacing. At a typical small office volume, expect to change it once every 2 to 4 years.

If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.

TN830

Standard-yield toner

About 1,200 pages · fits all L2700 / L2750 / L2759 series

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TN830XL

High-yield toner BEST VALUE

About 4,500 pages · recommended for most offices

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DR810

Drum unit

15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner

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Based on 3 verified customer reviews

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What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 3 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging Brother machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • "Got this for my home office and it handles the duplex printing really well. Wireless setup was straightforward and the print quality is solid for documents. Only wish the toner cartridges were cheaper but that's Brother for you."
  • "Using this in our small law office for about 6 months now. It's reliable and fast enough for our volume, though the manual feed tray takes some getting used to. Driver support on Mac could be better but it works."
  • "Good workhorse for a small law office. Fast enough for our needs and handles the volume we throw at it. Only thing is the manual is a bit confusing when troubleshooting connectivity issues."

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Tell us how you want to pay (outright, lease, or supplies only) and what volume you run. You'll get a line-item quote back within one business day, from a specialist who actually works on these machines, not a general sales rep.

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  • Volume & bundled supplies. Tell us your monthly print volume and we'll price toner bundling so you don't get surprised.
FAQ

Brother HL-EX470W, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (386) 261-8323 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Brother HL-EX470W ships with super high-yield toner cartridges that provide up to 15,000 pages for black and 12,000 pages for color. Replacement cartridges include the TN810XL (high-yield) and TNE80 (super high-yield) series. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Brother HL-EX470W is a color, print-only enterprise laser printer designed for workgroups of 10-50 people, with a speed of 42 ppm and a monthly duty cycle of 150,000 pages. It features a 3.5-inch touchscreen, NFC badge release, and expandable paper capacity up to 2,700 sheets. In contrast, the Brother MFC-L2759DW is a monochrome multifunction printer ideal for small offices of 1-10 people, offering print, scan, copy, and fax capabilities at 36 ppm, with a 50-page ADF and a 250-sheet tray. For small offices needing color and higher volume, the HL-EX470W is the better choice, while the MFC-L2759DW suits those needing multifunction capabilities in a compact form.
The Brother HL-EX470W is well-suited for small businesses with workgroups of 10-50 people, offering fast color printing at 42 ppm, a 150,000-page monthly duty cycle, and advanced features like NFC badge release and dual-band Wi-Fi. However, it is a print-only device, so if your business requires scanning or copying, consider a multifunction alternative like the Brother MFC-EX670.
Yes, the Brother HL-EX470W is a color laser printer that prints at 42 pages per minute in both color and black. It is designed for workgroups needing high-quality color output without the footprint of a floor-standing copier.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (386) 261-8323. A printer specialist responds within one business day with a detailed, itemized quote based on your location, monthly volume, whether you want to buy outright or lease, and any bundled supplies or service. Quotes are free and no obligation. We do not pull credit to issue a quote.
Brother includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Brother HL-EX470W when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Smart Technologies is an authorized Brother reseller. Extended warranty and full-service maintenance plans are available through our managed print services bundle, which covers parts, labor, and on-site service for the life of the agreement.
Yes. Free delivery is included on every Brother HL-EX470W order shipped within the continental United States. Most orders ship within 1 to 2 business days and arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Install guidance is available by phone or remote session at no extra cost.

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