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Brother Toner Compatibility Chart: Find the Right Cartridge
Need replacement toner for your Brother printer? Start with the exact printer model, not just the cartridge’s appearance or the Brother brand name. This guide from Vonex explains what to check before ordering toner for your home office or workplace.
How to find the right Brother toner
- Find your printer model. Copy the full model number from the printer label, including any letters at the end.
- Check your current cartridge. Note the toner part number and, for colour printers, the colour you need.
- Confirm the product listing. Check that your exact printer model appears in the cartridge’s compatibility information. If it does not, confirm the match before ordering.
Printer and supply part numbers can vary by region. If your printer was purchased outside Canada, check the supplies listed for that specific machine rather than relying on a chart from another market.
Brother toner reference chart
Compatibility confirmation required: The entries below are restored from the original draft for reference, not independently verified printer matches. This is a selected list, not a complete chart of all Brother models. Confirm your exact printer model and region against Brother’s supply information and the product listing before ordering. Inclusion here does not mean Vonex stocks every cartridge listed.
Black toner cartridges
| Printer models listed in the original draft | Standard-yield toner | High-yield toner |
|---|---|---|
| HL-2275DW, HL-2280DW; MFC-7240, MFC-7360N, MFC-7365DN, MFC-7460DN, MFC-7860DW | TN420 | TN450 |
| DCP-L2520DW, DCP-L2540DW; HL-L2300D, HL-L2305W, HL-L2315DW, HL-L2320D, HL-L2340DW, HL-L2360DW, HL-L2380DW; MFC-L2680W, MFC-L2685DW, MFC-L2700DW, MFC-L2705DW, MFC-L2707DW, MFC-L2720DW, MFC-L2740DW | TN630 | TN660 |
| DCP-L2550DW; HL-L2350DW, HL-L2390DW, HL-L2395DW; MFC-L2710DW, MFC-L2717DW | TN730 | TN760 |
| HL-L2370DW, HL-L2370DW XL; MFC-L2750DW, MFC-L2750DW XL | TN730 | TN760 |
| DCP-8060, DCP-8065DN; HL-5240, HL-5250DN, HL-5250DNT, HL-5280DW; MFC-8460N, MFC-8660DN, MFC-8670DN, MFC-8860DN, MFC-8870DW | TN550 | TN580 |
| DCP-8110DN, DCP-8150DN, DCP-8155DN; HL-5440D, HL-5450DN, HL-5470DW, HL-5470DWT; MFC-8510DN, MFC-8710DW, MFC-8810DW, MFC-8910DW | TN720 | TN750 |
| HL-6180DW, HL-6180DWT | TN720 | TN750 |
| DCP-L5500DN, DCP-L5600DN, DCP-L5650DN; HL-L5000D, HL-L5100DN, HL-L5200DW, HL-L5200DWT; MFC-L5700DW, MFC-L5800DW, MFC-L5850DW, MFC-L5900DW | TN820 | TN850 |
| HL-L6200DW, HL-L6200DWT, HL-L6250DW, HL-L6300DW; MFC-L6700DW, MFC-L6750DW, MFC-L6800DW | TN820 | TN850 |
| HL-L6400DW, HL-L6400DWT; MFC-L6900DW | TN820 | TN850 |
Colour toner cartridges
BK = black, C = cyan, M = magenta, Y = yellow. Confirm each colour and yield separately. Where the original draft was ambiguous, the high-yield entry is left for confirmation.
| Printer models listed in the original draft | Standard-yield toner family | High-yield toner family |
|---|---|---|
| DCP-9040CN, DCP-9045CDN; HL-4040CDN, HL-4040CN, HL-4070CDW; MFC-9440CN, MFC-9450CDN, MFC-9840CDW | TN110BK/C/M/Y | TN115BK/C/M/Y |
| HL-3040CN, HL-3045CN, HL-3070CW, HL-3075CW; MFC-9010CN, MFC-9120CN, MFC-9125CN, MFC-9320CW, MFC-9325CW | TN210BK/C/M/Y | Confirm with Brother |
| HL-3140CW, HL-3170CDW, HL-3180CDW; MFC-9130CW, MFC-9330CDW, MFC-9340CDW | TN221BK/C/M/Y | Confirm with Brother |
| HL-L3210CW, HL-L3230CDW, HL-L3270CDW, HL-L3290CDW; MFC-L3710CW, MFC-L3750CDW, MFC-L3770CDW | TN223BK/C/M/Y | TN227BK/C/M/Y |
| HL-4150CDN, HL-4570CDW, HL-4570CDWT; MFC-9460CDN, MFC-9560CDW, MFC-9970CDW | TN310BK/C/M/Y | TN315BK/C/M/Y |
| HL-L8250CDN, HL-L8350CDW, HL-L8350CDWT; MFC-L8600CDW, MFC-L8850CDW | TN331BK/C/M/Y | TN336BK/C/M/Y |
| HL-L8260CDW, HL-L8360CDW, HL-L8360CDWT; MFC-L8900CDW | TN431BK/C/M/Y | TN433BK/C/M/Y |
Brother toner and drum units: what is the difference?
Toner cartridges and drum units are separate supplies on many Brother laser printers. Ordering one does not necessarily replace the other.
| Supply | What to check |
|---|---|
| Toner cartridge | Look for the toner part number, commonly beginning with TN, and match it to your exact printer model. |
| Drum unit | Look for the drum part number, commonly beginning with DR. Check whether your printer is asking for toner or a drum replacement. |
| Colour toner | Confirm both the cartridge family and the colour: black, cyan, magenta or yellow. |
Do not assume a drum unit is included with a toner cartridge. Read the product description to confirm what comes in the package.
Standard yield or high yield?
When both options are listed for your printer, compare the purchase price and stated page yield. A high-yield cartridge may be a better choice for frequent printing, but the lower cost per page depends on the price of each option.
To estimate cartridge cost per page, divide the cartridge price by its stated page yield. Actual output varies with page coverage and what you print, so treat the result as a comparison rather than a guaranteed running cost.
Check compatibility separately for each yield option. A cartridge described as super-high or ultra-high yield is not automatically suitable for every printer in the same family.
Genuine Brother toner or compatible toner?
Genuine Brother toner is made by Brother. Compatible toner is made by a third-party manufacturer for specified printer models. Keep that distinction clear when comparing products.
Before choosing, review the exact model compatibility, stated page yield, product description and applicable return or warranty terms. Do not assume that every compatible cartridge offers the same performance or that a similar part number means the same fit.
Before you place your order
- Match the full printer model, including its suffix.
- Confirm you need toner, a drum unit, or both.
- Check the correct colour for a colour printer.
- Confirm the selected yield option supports your printer.
- Read whether the listing is for a single cartridge or a multipack.
- Check whether the product is genuine Brother or third-party compatible.
Replacing your Brother toner
Follow the replacement instructions for your exact printer model. Packaging removal, cartridge installation and maintenance steps can differ between machines.
If a warning remains after installation, check the cartridge part number, seating and protective packaging against the instructions. Avoid using reset procedures intended for a different printer model.
Frequently asked questions
Can I choose toner using only the printer series name?
Use the full printer model number. Similar-looking printers or models in the same series may require different supplies.
Do I need a new drum every time I replace toner?
Not necessarily. Check your printer’s message and maintenance instructions. Toner and drum replacement are separate tasks on models that use separate units.
What if my printer is not listed on the product page?
Confirm compatibility before ordering. Do not rely on a close model number or on the cartridge looking the same.
Choose Brother supplies with Vonex
Use your exact printer model and cartridge number to compare Brother supplies at Vonex. Check the compatibility details on the product page before purchasing.
Examples of genuine Brother colour toner in our catalog include:
- Brother TN433M Magenta Original Toner Cartridge
- Brother TN336Y High-Yield Yellow Original Toner Cartridge
These cartridges belong to different supply families and are not interchangeable. Open the product listing and confirm your exact printer model before ordering.
Not sure which cartridge to choose? Contact Vonex with your full printer model, current cartridge number and the product you are considering so we can help you check the match.