Compare Brother DCP-T730DW vs Epson EcoTank ET-4810
In this technical comparison between the Brother DCP-T730DW and the Epson EcoTank ET-4810, 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 $299.99.
| Specifications |
Brother DCP-T730DW |
Epson EcoTank ET-4810 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | 2025 | April 2023 |
| Type | ||
| Technology | Ink Tank System (Refillable) | PrecisionCore® Heat-Free Inkjet (4-color CMYK) |
| Function | Print, Scan, Copy | 4-in-1 (Print, Scan, Copy, Fax) |
| Color / Monochrome | Color & Monochrome | Color (Refillable Supertank) |
| Print speed | Up to 16.0 ipm (Mono) / 15.5 ipm (Color); Up to 27 ppm (Mono) / 23 ppm (Color) in Eco Mode | Up to 15.0 ISO ppm (Black) / 8.0 ISO ppm (Color) |
| Resolution | Up to 1200 x 6000 dpi (Windows) | Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi |
| Duplex printing | Yes (Automatic, up to A4/Letter) | Yes (Manual only—this is a key differentiator from the higher ET-4850 model) |
| Max paper size | A4 / Letter / Legal | A4 / Legal (8.5" x 14") |
| Scan & Copy | ||
| Scanner type | Flatbed with CIS (Contact Image Sensor) + 20-sheet ADF | Flatbed (CIS) + 30-Sheet Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) |
| Scan resolution | Optical: Up to 1200 x 2400 dpi (Flatbed) / Up to 1200 x 600 dpi (ADF) | 1200 x 2400 dpi (Hardware); Up to 9600 dpi (Interpolated) |
| Copy speed | Up to 13.0 ipm (Mono) / 10.5 ipm (Color) | Up to 10.8 ISO cpm (Black) / 5.5 ISO cpm (Color) |
| Ink / Toner | ||
| Ink type | BTD100BK (Black) and BT5000 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) | Epson 522 (North America) / 104 (Europe) EcoFit™ Dye-based bottles |
| Ink cost / page yield | Black: ~7,500 pages | Color: ~5,000 pages per set | * Black Bottle: ~4,300 pages Color Bottles (CMY): ~7,300 pages |
| Number of colors | 4 Colors (CMYK) | 4 (Individual front-facing tanks) |
| Paper Handling | ||
| Input tray capacity | Up to 150 sheets (80 gsm) + 1-sheet Manual Feed Slot | 100 sheets (Rear feed) |
| 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 (Glossy/Matte), Premium Presentation Paper, Envelopes |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Dual-band (2.4GHz / 5.0GHz) IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n | 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Ethernet | No (Relies on Wireless/USB) | Yes (10/100 Mbps) |
| Mobile printing | Brother Mobile Connect, AirPrint, Mopria, Wi-Fi Direct | Epson Smart Panel App, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Epson Connect (Email Print) |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | 1-Line LCD (16 characters) | 1.44" (3.7 cm) Color LCD |
| Buttons | Physical buttons for Power, Scan, Copy, and Menu navigation | Physical navigation pad and numeric keypad (for Fax dialing) |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | Ready: 2.5W | Sleep: 0.6W | Off: 0.15W | Copying: ~16W | 12W (Standalone Copying), 7.1W (Ready), 0.9W (Sleep) |
| Noise level | Approx. 55.0 dB(A) | Approx. 52 dB(A) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Size | 390 mm (W) × 343 mm (D) × 182.5 mm (H) | 375 x 347 x 237 mm (Storage position) |
| Weight | 8.6 kg | 5.2 kg (11.5 lbs) |
| 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 bottles of ink (plus often 1 extra Black bottle), Power cord, Quick Start Guide. |
| Price | Approximately $210 - $250 USD | $299.99 |
| Full Details | DCP-T730DW - Full Specifications | EcoTank ET-4810 - Full Specifications |