Pros
Economic for low volume printing and scanning
Long-lasting ink tanks reduce replacement frequency
Compact size fitting small spaces
Fairly easy software and setup
Great value for money
High-quality printing for documents and artwork
Prints quickly and quietly
Low maintenance with easy refill and cleaning
Wide compatibility with multiple devices
Two-sided printing saves paper
Cons
Finnicky paper loading and occasional paper jams
Small digital screen hard to use
Paper feed from the top is inconvenient
Main Product Advantages
9 Economical Ink Usage
The printer's ink tanks last a very long time, significantly reducing the cost of refilling. Multiple users noted they could print for extended periods without needing to refill the ink.
8 Compact Size
The printer is more compact than other models and can be placed on small surfaces, making it ideal for home offices with limited space.
8 Ease of Setup
Setting up the printer is straightforward. Most users found it easy to connect wirelessly to various devices using Wi-Fi.
8 Noise Level
The printer operates relatively quietly, which is beneficial for home office environments.
7 Print Quality
General consensus is that the print quality is good, particularly for everyday office tasks and occasional photos, but it may not be suitable for professional photo printing.
7 Versatility
The printer offers scanning, copying, and 2-sided printing features, making it versatile for various office tasks.
7 Mobile App Functionality
The mobile app works well for scanning and printing tasks, with the caveat that some users struggled initially with specific features like printing from a phone.
7 Maintenance Alerts
The printer provides useful maintenance alerts and reminders, such as when to check ink levels.
6 Paper Handling
Users experienced some issues with paper handling, including paper jams and limited paper capacity. High-quality paper seems to alleviate some of these problems.
5 Display Screen
The printer's small display screen is hard to read and navigate, making it less user-friendly, especially for those who rely on it extensively.
Product Overview: Epson EcoTank ET-2850 Wireless Color All-in-One Cartridge-Free Supertank Printer
Your home needs a printer that’s fast, affordable, easy to use, and has great features. That’s why we developed the EcoTank ET-2850 – an innovative cartridge-free solution that uses high-capacity, easily refillable ink tanks. So you’ll worry less about running out of ink, and save a lot on replacement ink.
Print Quality and Features
The ET-2850 features outstanding print quality, auto-duplex printing, a high-resolution flatbed scanner, and convenient color display – making it the perfect family printer.
Optimal Performance
Epson strongly recommends the use of genuine ink to ensure optimal print quality and performance. Use of non-genuine ink could cause damage not covered under the printer’s limited warranty.
Cost Savings
Actual savings and costs will vary considerably based on print tasks, print volumes and usage conditions. Savings and cost per ISO page are based on the cost of replacement ink bottles and the cost of enough standard cartridges to achieve the total page yields of the bottles.
Ink and Yield Information
Individual cartridges estimate based on print yields of an included or replacement set of black and color ink bottles as compared to Epson standard-capacity ink cartridges for similarly featured printers. Part of the ink from the included bottles is used for initial setup; yields are lower than those of replacement ink bottles. Actual ink yields will vary considerably for reasons including images printed, print settings, temperature and humidity.
Monthly Print Volume
The ET-2850 is designed for average monthly document print volumes of about 150 pages.
Connectivity
Most features require an Internet connection to the printer, as well as an Internet- and/or email-enabled device. The printer also requires Epson Smart Panel app download for some of its features. Data usage fees may apply.
Conclusion
Overall, the Epson EcoTank ET-2850 is an excellent choice for a family printer, combining cost-efficiency, high-quality printing, and user-friendly features. While it’s important to use genuine Epson ink to maintain performance, the savings on ink and the convenience of the EcoTank system make it a standout product.
