If I had to assign printers their own theme music, the Brother MFC-490CW would probably get Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell’s “You’re All I Need to Get By,” because it seems to have everything you need in a home or small office MFP and photo printer. First off, it copies, scans, and faxes, and reported print speeds reach a robust 27 ppm in color and 33 in black. It also features Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity, so you can share it with your family or co-workers. In addition, the Brother MFC-490CW sports a 15 page auto document feeder (ADF) for automated faxing, scanning, and copying.

 

On the photo printing side, this MFP offers a 3.3” color LCD for previewing and editing your images. You also get PC-free connectivity via memory card, PictBridge, and USB Flash Drive. Finally, the Brother MFC-490CW features a dedicated photo tray that can hold 20 sheets of photo paper. Overall, if the machine holds true to its spec sheet, the Brother MFC-490CW represents a solid value at $129.99.