Brother DCP-T230 Multifunction (Print Scan Copy) Ink Tank Printer

About Brother DCP-T230 Multifunction Printer

At its core, the DCP-T230 boasts an inkjet engine with refillable ink bottles.

With a single complete refill set, users can expect up to 7,500 black-and-white pages or 5,000 colour pages (depending on coverage), greatly reducing the frequency of refills compared to conventional cartridge printers.

This high yield translates into lower cost per page — a major advantage for those who print regularly, be it documents, assignments, reports or colourful flyers.

When it comes to output quality, the DCP-T230 doesn’t disappoint.

It supports print resolutions up to 1200 × 6000 dpi (on Windows systems), which allows for sharp text, crisp graphics, and reasonably good colour reproduction.

For everyday printing needs — such as documents, school assignments, invoices or occasional photos — the output quality is more than adequate.

The printing speed — up to 16 pages per minute (mono) and 9 pages per minute (colour) — ensures that even moderately heavy print jobs get completed without long waits.

But printing isn’t its only strength.

As a multifunction unit, the DCP-T230 also includes a flatbed colour scanner and full copy functionality, giving it true 3-in-1 capability.

The scanner offers an optical resolution of up to 1200 × 2400 dpi, which is sufficient for document archiving, scanning photographs, or creating digital copies of hard-copy materials.

For more demanding needs, the driver-enhanced interpolated scan resolution goes even higher (though practical quality gains are modest).

On the copying side, the printer can produce up to 99 copies at once, with options to enlarge or reduce pages between 25% and 400%, adding flexibility for diverse tasks like resizing images or reproducing documents.

Paper handling is another area where the DCP-T230 shines in versatility.

The main input tray holds up to 150 sheets of 80 gsm plain paper — ideal for regular document printing.

For special tasks such as printing on glossy paper, envelopes or heavier media (up to ~300 gsm depending on region), there is a manual feed slot to handle one sheet at a time.

Supported paper sizes range from standard A4 and Letter to Legal, Executive, A5/A6, various photo sizes (4×6″, 5×7″, 9×13 cm, etc.), among others.

This broad compatibility makes the printer suitable for a mix of tasks — from everyday documents to photo prints, envelopes, labels, and more.

From a user-experience standpoint, the DCP-T230 is designed to be compact and easy to integrate into a home or small office environment.

Its footprint is modest (≈ 390 × 343 × 148.5 mm), and at around 6.3 kg, it is relatively lightweight for an all-in-one printer with ink-tank.

It connects via Hi-Speed USB 2.0, ensuring compatibility with most desktops and laptops.

Memory (64 MB) and basic LED display interface make it straightforward to control printing, scanning, and copying tasks without complicated setup — though it lacks network or wireless printing, which may be a trade-off for some.

Energy efficiency and low noise — two often-overlooked factors — are also part of its appeal.

The printer’s power consumption in ready or sleep mode remains low, which helps reduce electricity usage over time.

While printing noise is typical of inkjets, it remains within reasonable levels for home or small-office environments.

Overall, the Brother DCP-T230 offers a balanced combination of cost-efficiency, multifunction flexibility, and decent print quality — all housed in a compact, easy-to-use body.

For students, home users, small businesses, or anyone who needs reliable printing, scanning, and copying without complicated maintenance or frequent cartridge replacements, the DCP-T230 delivers a compelling value proposition.

Its high ink yield, simple operation, and versatile media support make it a practical choice for everyday tasks, document management, assignment printing, and light-to-moderate photo or colour prints.