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Quick answer: The Canon imageCLASS LBP227dw uses the Canon 057 (3009C001) black toner cartridge, about 3,100 pages, or the high-capacity Canon 057H (3010C001), about 10,000 pages. The drum is inside the cartridge. Shop every size: Canon 057 toner cartridges.
CastleScore · November 2026
84/100 — Highly Recommended
Canon imageCLASS LBP227dw (Scored on Canon imageCLASS MF445dw data (same engine and 057 toner, print-only))
| Pillar (weight) | Score | What it is based on |
|---|---|---|
| Owner ratings (28%) | 84 | 4.30★ average across 843 ratings for the MF445dw at Amazon (4.3) |
| Expert reviews (20%) | 80 | PCMag 4.0/5 (MF445dw) |
| Cost per page (18%) | 96 | About 1¢ per page all-in with our compatible 057H toner (10,000 pages, $99.95; drum built in). |
| Reliability (18%) | 87 | Most-reported problems on this Canon 057 family: Wi-Fi drops and slow wake from sleep. |
| Features (11%) | 62 | Mono print only at up to 40 pages per minute; auto two-sided printing; Wi-Fi, Ethernet and USB; 250-sheet tray plus 100-sheet multipurpose tray; small LCD. No scanner or fax. |
| Value (5%) | 90 | Running cost and owner satisfaction |
Older model. The LBP227dw is the print-only sibling of the MF440 series and is now hard to find new; Canon 057 and 057H toner is widely sold, including our compatible versions.
CastleScore is Castle Ink’s own editorial rating, built from retailer star ratings, expert reviews, real cost per page and owner complaint patterns, checked November 7, 2026. It is not a customer review. See every ranked printer or how the score works.
The toner, pictured
Canon 057H Toner
Canon 057 TonerOur own compatible cartridges, the same ones we ship.
Canon 057 / 057H Toner at a Glance
| Consumable | Part Number | Page Yield | Castle Ink option |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Toner (standard) | Canon 057 (3009C001) | ~3,100 pages | Compatible, $69.95 |
| Black Toner (high-capacity) | Canon 057H (3010C001) | ~10,000 pages | Compatible, $99.95 |
Yields are Canon's ISO/IEC figures for the LBP220 series. Our cartridges are newly manufactured compatibles.
What Does LBP227dw Toner Cost per Page?
About 1¢ per page with our 057H, against roughly 2.4¢ with Canon's own. For a print-only laser that does nothing but churn out pages, that running cost is the whole point.
How to Replace the Toner
- Open the front cover.
- Pull the old cartridge out by its handle.
- Unbox the new cartridge, rock it gently, and remove the sealing tape.
- Slide it in until it seats and close the cover.
Which Other Printers Use Canon 057?
The imageCLASS LBP226dw, LBP228dw, MF445dw, MF448dw, MF449dw and MF455dw.
What imageCLASS LBP227dw owners ask
These come from owner reviews of Canon's 057 family at Amazon and Best Buy, PCMag's MF445dw review and supply-site data, answered in our words.
What's the difference between the LBP226dw and LBP227dw?
Same 40-page-per-minute engine and 057 toner; the LBP227dw was the retail version with a slightly different feature set. Either guide applies.
Can it scan or copy?
No. It's print-only. The MF445dw, MF448dw and MF449dw add scanning, copying and fax on the same engine with the same toner.
Why does it drop off Wi-Fi?
The family's most common complaint, usually after sleep. Reserve an IP address on the router, or use the Ethernet port.
Will compatible toner work?
Yes. Our 057 and 057H carry working chips, and we replace any the printer refuses under our 1-year guarantee.
Is there a drum to replace?
No. It's built into the 057/057H cartridge.
imageCLASS LBP227dw quirks worth knowing
- Automatic two-sided printing is standard, with a 250-sheet cassette and a 100-sheet multipurpose tray.
- Canon's later LBP246dw II is the current print-only model and uses different toner.
- A 057H lasts most home offices the better part of a year.
Frequently Asked Questions
What toner does the Canon imageCLASS LBP227dw use?
Canon 057 (3009C001, about 3,100 pages) or the high-capacity Canon 057H (3010C001, about 10,000 pages).
Does the LBP227dw have a separate drum?
No. The drum is part of the toner cartridge.
Does the Canon LBP227dw print two-sided?
Yes, automatically. It does not scan or copy.
Other printers that use Canon 057 toner
Canon imageCLASS LBP226dw · Canon imageCLASS MF445dw · Canon imageCLASS MF448dw · Canon imageCLASS MF449dw · Canon imageCLASS MF455dw
More Canon ink guides: Canon imageCLASS MF465dw · Canon imageCLASS MF236n · Canon imageCLASS D530 · find any printer
Replacing it? Our highest-rated alternatives
- Brother HL-L2460DW — CastleScore 90
- Canon imageCLASS LBP246dw II — CastleScore 86
- HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw — CastleScore 82
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Ratings and prices were checked on November 7, 2026 and will change over time.
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