Compare Epson EcoTank ET-1810 vs Epson EcoTank ET-2860
In this technical comparison between the Epson EcoTank ET-1810 and the Epson EcoTank ET-2860, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
Choosing between these two Printers models often comes down to your budget, with prices around $180 – $230 and Approximately $180 - $220 USD.
| Specifications |
Epson EcoTank ET-1810 |
Epson EcoTank ET-2860 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | 2021 | 2024 |
| Type | ||
| Technology | Epson Micro Piezo™ Print Head (Heat-Free Technology) | PrecisionCore Heat-Free Inkjet (Refillable Ink Tank) |
| Function | Print Only (Scanning/Copying is only possible via the mobile app using your phone's camera) | Print, Scan, Copy |
| Color / Monochrome | Color (4-color ink tank system) | Color & Monochrome |
| Print speed | 10.0 ppm (Black) / 5.0 ppm (Color) ISO; Up to 33 ppm (Black) / 15 ppm (Color) Draft | 10.0 ipm (Mono) / 5.0 ipm (Color); Max Draft: 33 ppm (Mono) / 15 ppm (Color) |
| Resolution | Up to 5760 x 1440 dpi | Up to 5760 x 1440 dpi |
| Duplex printing | Yes (Manual only) | Yes (Manual only) |
| Max paper size | A4 (Legal/Letter also supported) | A4 / Letter / Legal (supports long paper up to 1.2 meters) |
| Scan & Copy | ||
| Scanner type | No | Flatbed (CIS) |
| Scan resolution | No | Optical: 1200 x 2400 dpi |
| Copy speed | No | Approx. 10 sec (Mono) / 16 sec (Color) for a single page |
| Ink / Toner | ||
| Ink type | Epson 104 (Europe) or 522 (AUS/NZ) Dye-based Ink Bottles | Epson 104 Ink Bottles (Dye-based) |
| Ink cost / page yield | * Black Bottle: ~4,500 pages Color Bottles (C/M/Y): ~7,500 pages (Combined) | Black: ~4,500 pages | Color: ~7,500 pages |
| Number of colors | 4 (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) | 4 Colors (CMYK) |
| Paper Handling | ||
| Input tray capacity | 100 sheets (Standard) / 20 Photo sheets | 100 Sheets (Rear feed) |
| Output tray capacity | 30 sheets | 30 Sheets |
| Supported media | Plain paper, Photo paper (Glossy/Matte), Envelopes, Recycled paper | Plain paper, Photo paper (up to 300g/m²), Envelopes (C6, DL) |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11b/g/n & Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n), Wi-Fi Direct |
| Ethernet | No | No |
| Mobile printing | Epson Smart Panel app, Epson Connect (Email Print, Remote Print Driver) | Epson Smart Panel app, Apple AirPrint, Epson Connect |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | No LCD screen | No LCD screen (Status LED indicators only) |
| Buttons | Minimalist control panel (Power, Wi-Fi, Network Status, Ink, and Resume) | Physical buttons (Power, Wi-Fi, Network Status, Copy Color/Mono, Stop) |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | 12W (Printing), 3.0W (Ready), 0.7W (Sleep) | 12W (Copying) | 4.5W (Ready) | 0.7W (Sleep) |
| Noise level | Approx. 52 dB(A) (according to ISO7779 pattern) | Approx. 50.0 dB(A) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Size | 375 x 347 x 169 mm (Width x Depth x Height) | 375 mm (W) x 347 mm (D) x 179 mm (H) |
| Weight | 2.9 kg (approx. 6.4 lbs) | 3.9 kg |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Printer, Power cable, Setup guide, Full set of ink bottles (yield varies by region, usually 3,600/6,500 pages initial) | ET-2860 Printer, 4x 65ml Ink Bottles (Full set), Power Cable, Setup Guide |
| Price | $180 – $230 | Approximately $180 - $220 USD |
| Full Details | EcoTank ET-1810 - Full Specifications | EcoTank ET-2860 - Full Specifications |