Compare Brother DCP-T730DW vs Epson EcoTank ET-2870
In this technical comparison between the Brother DCP-T730DW and the Epson EcoTank ET-2870, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
Choosing between these two Printers models often comes down to your budget, with prices around Approximately $210 - $250 USD and Typically between $180 – $220 USD.
| Specifications |
Brother DCP-T730DW |
Epson EcoTank ET-2870 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | 2025 | March 2024 |
| Type | ||
| Technology | Ink Tank System (Refillable) | Epson Micro Piezo Heat-Free Technology |
| Function | Print, Scan, Copy | Print, Copy, Scan |
| Color / Monochrome | Color & Monochrome | Color |
| Print speed | Up to 16.0 ipm (Mono) / 15.5 ipm (Color); Up to 27 ppm (Mono) / 23 ppm (Color) in Eco Mode | Black (ISO): 10.0 ppm (up to 33 ppm draft) Color (ISO): 5.0 ppm (up to 15 ppm draft) |
| Resolution | Up to 1200 x 6000 dpi (Windows) | 5760 × 1440 dpi |
| Duplex printing | Yes (Automatic, up to A4/Letter) | Manual |
| Max paper size | A4 / Letter / Legal | A4 |
| Scan & Copy | ||
| Scanner type | Flatbed with CIS (Contact Image Sensor) + 20-sheet ADF | Flatbed (CIS) |
| Scan resolution | Optical: Up to 1200 x 2400 dpi (Flatbed) / Up to 1200 x 600 dpi (ADF) | 1200×2400 dpi (Optical) |
| Copy speed | Up to 13.0 ipm (Mono) / 10.5 ipm (Color) | Approx. 10.0 ipm (Black) / 5.0 ipm (Color) |
| Ink / Toner | ||
| Ink type | BTD100BK (Black) and BT5000 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) | Dye-based (Epson 104 Series) |
| Ink cost / page yield | Black: ~7,500 pages | Color: ~5,000 pages per set | Black: ~4,500 pages Color: ~7,500 pages --- Efficiency: Equivalent to roughly 72 standard cartridges. |
| Number of colors | 4 Colors (CMYK) | 4 (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) |
| Paper Handling | ||
| Input tray capacity | Up to 150 sheets (80 gsm) + 1-sheet Manual Feed Slot | 100 sheets (Rear tray) |
| Output tray capacity | Up to 50 sheets | 30 sheets |
| Supported media | Plain, Inkjet, Glossy, Recycled, Envelopes (C5, Com-10, DL, Monarch) | Plain paper, photo paper (up to 10x15cm borderless), envelopes |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 | Hi-Speed USB |
| Wi-Fi | Dual-band (2.4GHz / 5.0GHz) IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n | Built-in Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct |
| Ethernet | No (Relies on Wireless/USB) | No |
| Mobile printing | Brother Mobile Connect, AirPrint, Mopria, Wi-Fi Direct | Epson Smart Panel app, Apple AirPrint, Epson Connect |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | 1-Line LCD (16 characters) | 3.7 cm (1.46") Color LCD |
| Buttons | Physical buttons for Power, Scan, Copy, and Menu navigation | Standard physical navigation buttons |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | Ready: 2.5W | Sleep: 0.6W | Off: 0.15W | Copying: ~16W | 12 W (Standalone copying), 4.5 W (Ready), 0.7 W (Sleep) |
| Noise level | Approx. 55.0 dB(A) | Approx. 5.2 B(A) / 39 dB(A) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Size | 390 mm (W) × 343 mm (D) × 182.5 mm (H) | 375× 347× 179 mm |
| Weight | 8.6 kg | 4.1 kg |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | DCP-T730DW Printer, Full Ink Set (BK/C/M/Y), Power Cord, USB Cable (in some regions), Quick Setup Guide. | Printer, 4 individual ink bottles (65ml each), Power cable, Setup guide. |
| Price | Approximately $210 - $250 USD | Typically between $180 – $220 USD |
| Full Details | DCP-T730DW - Full Specifications | EcoTank ET-2870 - Full Specifications |