In this technical comparison between the Epson EcoTank ET-1810 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 $180 – $230 and $299.99.
| Specifications |
Epson EcoTank ET-1810 |
Epson EcoTank ET-4810 |
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| Launch | ||
| Release Version | 2021 | April 2023 |
| Sensor Technology | ||
| Technology | Epson Micro Piezo™ Print Head (Heat-Free Technology) | PrecisionCore® Heat-Free Inkjet (4-color CMYK) |
| Function | Print Only (Scanning/Copying is only possible via the mobile app using your phone's camera) | 4-in-1 (Print, Scan, Copy, Fax) |
| Color / Monochrome | Color (4-color ink tank system) | Color (Refillable Supertank) |
| Print speed | 10.0 ppm (Black) / 5.0 ppm (Color) ISO; Up to 33 ppm (Black) / 15 ppm (Color) Draft | Up to 15.0 ISO ppm (Black) / 8.0 ISO ppm (Color) |
| Image Resolution | Up to 5760 x 1440 dpi | Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi |
| Duplex printing | Yes (Manual only) | Yes (Manual only—this is a key differentiator from the higher ET-4850 model) |
| Max paper size | A4 (Legal/Letter also supported) | A4 / Legal (8.5" x 14") |
| Scan & Copy | ||
| Scanner type | No | Flatbed (CIS) + 30-Sheet Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) |
| Scan resolution | No | 1200 x 2400 dpi (Hardware); Up to 9600 dpi (Interpolated) |
| Copy speed | No | Up to 10.8 ISO cpm (Black) / 5.5 ISO cpm (Color) |
| Ink / Toner | ||
| Ink type | Epson 104 (Europe) or 522 (AUS/NZ) Dye-based Ink Bottles | Epson 522 (North America) / 104 (Europe) EcoFit™ Dye-based bottles |
| Ink cost / page yield | * Black Bottle: ~4,500 pages Color Bottles (C/M/Y): ~7,500 pages (Combined) | * Black Bottle: ~4,300 pages Color Bottles (CMY): ~7,300 pages |
| Number of colors | 4 (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) | 4 (Individual front-facing tanks) |
| 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 (Glossy/Matte), Premium Presentation Paper, Envelopes |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11b/g/n & Wi-Fi Direct | 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Ethernet | No | Yes (10/100 Mbps) |
| Mobile printing | Epson Smart Panel app, Epson Connect (Email Print, Remote Print Driver) | Epson Smart Panel App, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Epson Connect (Email Print) |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | No LCD screen | 1.44" (3.7 cm) Color LCD |
| Buttons | Minimalist control panel (Power, Wi-Fi, Network Status, Ink, and Resume) | Physical navigation pad and numeric keypad (for Fax dialing) |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | 12W (Printing), 3.0W (Ready), 0.7W (Sleep) | 12W (Standalone Copying), 7.1W (Ready), 0.9W (Sleep) |
| Noise level | Approx. 52 dB(A) (according to ISO7779 pattern) | Approx. 52 dB(A) |
| Body Dimensions | ||
| Size | 375 x 347 x 169 mm (Width x Depth x Height) | 375 x 347 x 237 mm (Storage position) |
| Weight | 2.9 kg (approx. 6.4 lbs) | 5.2 kg (11.5 lbs) |
| 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) | Printer, 4 bottles of ink (plus often 1 extra Black bottle), Power cord, Quick Start Guide. |
| Price | $180 – $230 | $299.99 |
| Full Details | EcoTank ET-1810 - Full Specifications | EcoTank ET-4810 - Full Specifications |