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Brother DCP-T730DW specifications and in-depth review

Brother DCP-T730DW

Manufacturer: Brother

The Brother DCP-T730DW is a multifunction inkjet printer designed for home or small office use, combining print, copy, and scan capabilities in a single unit. With duplex printing support and wireless connectivity via Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), it covers a practical range of everyday document tasks without requiring a wired network connection.

On the technical side, the DCP-T730DW delivers a print resolution of 600 x 1200 dpi with speeds of 16 ppm in black and 15 ppm in color, alongside a recommended monthly print volume of 1,000 pages and a duty cycle of 2,500 pages. Its flatbed scanner reaches an optical resolution of 2400 x 1200 dpi, and the printer includes an Automatic Document Feeder, 128 MB of memory, a 100-sheet input tray, and supports AirPrint, Mopria, and a dedicated smartphone app for mobile printing.

Pros
  • Supports duplex printing, allowing automatic two-sided output without manual page flipping
  • Includes an Automatic Document Feeder alongside a flatbed scanner, adding flexibility for multi-page scan jobs
  • Wireless connectivity with AirPrint and Mopria support makes printing from mobile devices straightforward
  • Optical Character Recognition (OCR) is built in, enabling text extraction from scanned documents
  • Borderless printing is supported, useful for photo or full-page document output
  • A dedicated smartphone app is available for managing print tasks remotely
Cons
  • Duplex scanning is not supported, requiring double-sided documents to be scanned one side at a time
  • No Ethernet port is available, limiting wired network connectivity to USB only
  • Scan-to-PDF and Auto Scan Mode are both absent, reducing scan workflow automation
  • Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth, and NFC are all unsupported, restricting direct device-to-device connections
  • The output tray holds only 50 sheets, which may require frequent clearing during longer print runs
  • No touch screen or page preview screen is available, limiting on-device control and job preview
Who is this for?

This printer is a practical fit for home users or small office environments that need a versatile all-in-one device for everyday document tasks. The combination of duplex printing, wireless connectivity with AirPrint and Mopria support, and a built-in ADF makes it well-suited for users who regularly print, copy, and scan multi-page documents without needing a wired network setup. Those who occasionally scan physical documents for digital use will also benefit from the OCR capability and the 2400 x 1200 dpi optical scan resolution, while the dedicated smartphone app adds convenience for users who prefer managing print jobs from a mobile device.

Who is this NOT for?

Users with higher-volume printing demands will find this printer limiting, as its recommended monthly volume of 1,000 pages and a duty cycle capped at 2,500 pages make it unsuitable for busy workgroups or print-intensive workflows. Those who frequently handle double-sided originals will also be hindered by the lack of duplex scanning, requiring each side to be fed manually. Additionally, users who need seamless network integration in a wired office infrastructure will find the absence of Ethernet support a significant drawback, and anyone relying on direct device-to-device connectivity via Bluetooth, NFC, or Wi-Fi Direct will need to look elsewhere.

General info:

printer functions Print, Copy, Scan
feeder tray capacity 100 sheets
output tray capacity 50
Has an Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) ✓
number of input trays 1
volume 24479.91 cm³
height 183 mm
thickness 343 mm
width 390 mm
Is a flatbed scanner ✓
Has a multi-feed detection ✕
weight 7900 g

The Brother DCP-T730DW handles print, copy, and scan functions and is built around a single input tray with a feeder capacity of 100 sheets and an output tray that holds up to 50 sheets. It includes both a flatbed scanner and an Automatic Document Feeder (ADF), making it suitable for a range of scanning tasks, though it does not feature ultrasonic multi-feed detection. Physically, the unit measures 390 mm wide, 343 mm deep, and 183 mm tall, with a total volume of 24,479.91 cm³ and a weight of 7,900 g.

Print quality:

Can print in color ✓
Can print duplex ✓
print resolution 600 x 1200 dpi
black print speed 16 ppm
Is a laser printer ✕
print speed color 15 ppm
recommended monthly prints 1000
Has adjustable copy density ✓
printer duty cycle 2500

This is an inkjet rather than a laser printer, capable of producing both color and black-and-white output at a print resolution of 600 x 1200 dpi. It prints black pages at 16 ppm and color pages at 15 ppm, and supports duplex printing for automatic two-sided output. Copy density is adjustable, giving some control over output appearance. The printer carries a recommended monthly volume of 1,000 pages and a maximum duty cycle of 2,500 pages per month.

Scan quality:

scans documents to PDF ✕
Has an Auto Scan Mode ✕
optical scan resolution 2400 x 1200 dpi
Has a duplex scanning feature ✕

The scanner reaches an optical resolution of 2400 x 1200 dpi, providing a solid level of detail for flatbed scanning tasks. However, it does not support duplex scanning, meaning double-sided documents must be scanned one side at a time. Additionally, neither direct scan-to-PDF output nor an Auto Scan Mode is available on this model.

Connectivity:

supports Wi-Fi ✓
supports AirPrint ✓
supports Wi-Fi Direct printing ✕
supports Mopria ✓
has an external memory slot ✕
Has Bluetooth ✕
supports Ethernet ✕
Wi-Fi version Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
works with Alexa ✕
compatible with Google Assistant ✕
USB ports 1
has NFC ✕

The printer connects wirelessly via Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and supports both AirPrint and Mopria, allowing straightforward printing from compatible mobile devices and operating systems. A single USB port is available for wired connections, but there is no Ethernet port, meaning a wired network connection is not an option. Wi-Fi Direct printing, Bluetooth, and NFC are all absent, and the unit has no external memory slot. Voice assistant integration is not supported, as the printer is compatible with neither Alexa nor Google Assistant.

Features:

has borderless printing ✓
has a touch screen ✕
maximum print memory 128MB
Has a dedicated smartphone app ✓
Has an Optical Character Recognition (OCR) ✓
Has a page preview screen ✕
printer memory 128MB
Has a Skip Blank Page function ✕
Can synchronize your documents with a USB drive ✕
Has an answering machine ✕

The printer supports borderless printing and includes Optical Character Recognition (OCR), along with a dedicated smartphone app for mobile management. It carries 128 MB of printer memory, which also serves as the maximum print memory. The unit does not have a touch screen or a page preview screen, and there is no Skip Blank Page function available. Document synchronization via USB drive is not supported, and the printer does not include a fax answering machine.

Final Verdict

The Brother DCP-T730DW is a competent all-in-one inkjet printer that covers the core needs of home users and small office environments without overreaching its intended scope. Its combination of duplex printing, wireless connectivity, ADF, and built-in OCR gives it a well-rounded feature set for everyday document handling, and mobile printing support through AirPrint, Mopria, and a dedicated app adds genuine day-to-day convenience. Where it shows its limits — modest monthly volume recommendations, the absence of duplex scanning, and no wired network option — it signals clearly that this is a light-to-moderate use device rather than a workhorse for demanding environments. For users whose needs align with that profile, it delivers a practical and reasonably complete solution.

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