What Toner Does the Brother HL-L2360DW Use?
Last Updated:Quick answer: The Brother HL-L2360DW uses TN630 (standard) or TN660 (high-yield) black toner, plus a separate DR630 drum unit. Castle Ink stocks compatible TN660 toner and DR630 drums. U.S. shipping is free on orders over $50, and orders placed by 4 PM ET ship the same day.
The HL-L2360DW is a compact wireless monochrome laser printer with automatic duplex.
CastleScore · October 2026
80/100 — Highly Recommended
Brother HL-L2360DW
| Pillar (weight) | Score | What it is based on |
|---|---|---|
| Owner ratings (28%) | 87 | 4.46★ average across 2,598 ratings at Best Buy (4.6), Amazon (4.2) |
| Expert reviews (20%) | 60 | PCMag 3.0/5 |
| Cost per page (18%) | 93 | About 1.3¢ per page all-in with our compatible TN660 toner (2,600 pages) and DR630 drum (12,000 pages). |
| Reliability (18%) | 87 | Most-reported problems: faded prints late in cartridge life that need the cartridge rocked or the drum replaced |
| Features (11%) | 58 | Auto two-sided printing, Wi-Fi, Ethernet. No document feeder, no fax, no touchscreen. |
| Value (5%) | 90 | Running cost and owner satisfaction |
Discontinued. Brother no longer sells the HL-L2360DW and names no successor. TN630, TN660 and DR630 supplies are still easy to find.
CastleScore is Castle Ink’s own editorial rating, built from retailer star ratings, expert reviews, real cost per page and owner complaint patterns, checked October 10, 2026. It is not a customer review. See every ranked printer or how the score works.
The toner, pictured
TN660 Toner
DR630 DrumOur own compatible toner, photographed in-house.
Brother HL-L2360DW Toner and Drum at a Glance
| Supply | Color | Approx. Yield |
|---|---|---|
| Brother TN630 | Black | ~1,200 pages |
| Brother TN660 | Black | ~2,600 pages |
| Brother DR630 drum unit | — | ~12,000 pages |
Toner and Drum Are Separate Parts
Brother splits these into two units. The toner holds the powder; the drum transfers it to the page and lasts several toner changes. A "Replace Drum" message does not mean you need toner, and a "Replace Toner" message does not mean you need a drum — a distinction that saves owners a lot of money.
The Mix-Up That Costs People Money
Brother's mono lasers of this era split into two nearly identical families:
- TN630 / TN660 with the DR630 drum — HL-L2300D, HL-L2320D, HL-L2340DW, HL-L2360DW, HL-L2380DW, DCP-L2520DW, DCP-L2540DW, MFC-L2700DW, MFC-L2740DW
- TN730 / TN760 with the DR730 drum — HL-L2350DW, HL-L2370DW, HL-L2390DW, HL-L2395DW, DCP-L2550DW, MFC-L2710DW, MFC-L2750DW
The cartridges look nearly identical and the model numbers differ by one digit. Check your printer's exact model before ordering.
The In-Box Toner Is a Starter
These printers ship with a ~700-page starter cartridge, not a full 1,200-page TN630. That is why the first "replace toner" message often arrives much sooner than the specification suggests. It is normal, not a fault.
For almost everyone the high-yield TN660 is the right buy — more than twice the pages of TN630 for a small price difference.
Is the HL-L2360DW Discontinued?
Yes, Brother has discontinued it and names no successor. TN660 and DR630 supplies remain widely available.
What HL-L2360DW owners ask
These are the questions that come up most for this printer on retailer Q&A pages, Brother's support pages and owner reviews, answered in our words.
It says "Replace Toner" but prints still look fine. Can I keep going?
Yes. In the menu, go to General Setup > Replace Toner and choose Continue. The printer keeps printing until the page quality actually drops.
I put in a new DR630 drum and it still says "Replace Drum".
The drum counter has to be reset by hand. With the front cover open, press OK, choose Yes when "Replace Drum?" appears, then close the cover.
Can it print envelopes and legal-size paper?
Yes. The 250-sheet tray takes paper up to legal size, and the one-sheet manual feed slot takes envelopes and custom sizes from 3 × 5 in up to 8.5 × 14 in.
Can it scan or copy?
No. The HL-L2360DW is print-only. Brother's all-in-one models that share its toner, such as the MFC-L2700DW and MFC-L2740DW, add a scanner.
Can I print from my phone without a router?
Yes. It supports Wi-Fi Direct, so a phone can connect to the printer directly. It also has Ethernet and USB.
HL-L2360DW quirks worth knowing
- Brother rates it for up to 10,000 pages a month but recommends 250 to 2,000. It is built for a home office or small team, not a busy shared printer.
- The manual feed slot takes one sheet at a time, so feed envelopes and labels one by one rather than stacking them.
- Faded pages late in a cartridge's life can often be fixed for a while by taking the toner out and gently rocking it side to side. If that doesn't help, the DR630 drum may need replacing.
- It prints at up to 32 pages a minute with automatic two-sided printing, at 2400 × 600 dpi.
Frequently Asked Questions
What toner does the Brother HL-L2360DW use?
TN630 standard or TN660 high-yield black toner, plus a DR630 drum unit.
How many pages does TN660 print?
About 2,600 pages, against roughly 1,200 for TN630 and about 700 for the starter cartridge in the box.
Will TN760 fit this printer?
No. TN760 belongs to the DR730 family (HL-L2350DW, HL-L2395DW and similar). Check your exact model number.
Do I need a new drum every time I change toner?
No. The DR630 is rated for about 12,000 pages — roughly five high-yield toners.
Can I use compatible TN660 toner?
Yes. If a compatible cartridge is not detected, check that the toner-sensor window is clear and any shipping tape has been removed.
Other printers that use TN630 and TN660 toner
Brother HL-L2300D · Brother HL-L2340DW · Brother MFC-L2700DW · Brother HL-L2380DW · Brother DCP-L2540DW
More Brother ink guides: Brother DCP-L2640DW · Brother MFC-L2820DW · Brother HL-L2460DW · find any printer
Replacing it? Our highest-rated alternatives
- Brother HL-L2460DW — CastleScore 90
- Brother MFC-L2820DW — CastleScore 90
- Brother HL-L5210DW — CastleScore 89
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