Compare Epson EcoTank ET-2860 vs Epson EcoTank L3256
In this technical comparison between the Epson EcoTank ET-2860 and the Epson EcoTank L3256, 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 $180 - $220 USD and 180 USD.
| Specifications |
Epson EcoTank ET-2860 |
Epson EcoTank L3256 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | 2024 | 2021 |
| Type | ||
| Technology | PrecisionCore Heat-Free Inkjet (Refillable Ink Tank) | On-demand inkjet (Piezoelectric) / Epson Micro Piezo™ |
| Function | Print, Scan, Copy | Print, Scan, Copy |
| Color / Monochrome | Color & Monochrome | Color (4-color system) |
| Print speed | 10.0 ipm (Mono) / 5.0 ipm (Color); Max Draft: 33 ppm (Mono) / 15 ppm (Color) | Up to 33 ppm (Black) / 15 ppm (Color) |
| Resolution | Up to 5760 x 1440 dpi | 5760×1440 dpi |
| Duplex printing | Yes (Manual only) | Manual |
| Max paper size | A4 / Letter / Legal (supports long paper up to 1.2 meters) | Legal (215.9×355.6 mm) / A4 |
| Scan & Copy | ||
| Scanner type | Flatbed (CIS) | Flatbed color image scanner (CIS) |
| Scan resolution | Optical: 1200 x 2400 dpi | 1200×2400 dpi |
| Copy speed | Approx. 10 sec (Mono) / 16 sec (Color) for a single page | Up to 7.7 ipm (Black) / 3.8 ipm (Color) |
| Ink / Toner | ||
| Ink type | Epson 104 Ink Bottles (Dye-based) | Dye Ink (Epson 003 or 103 series depending on region) |
| Ink cost / page yield | Black: ~4,500 pages | Color: ~7,500 pages | ~4,500 pages (Black) / ~7,500 pages (Color) |
| Number of colors | 4 Colors (CMYK) | 4 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) |
| Paper Handling | ||
| Input tray capacity | 100 Sheets (Rear feed) | 100 sheets (Plain paper); 20 sheets (Photo paper) |
| Output tray capacity | 30 Sheets | 30 sheets (Plain paper) |
| Supported media | Plain paper, Photo paper (up to 300g/m²), Envelopes (C6, DL) | A4, A5, A6, B5, 10×15 cm, Envelopes, Legal, Letter |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 | High-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n), Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Ethernet | No | No |
| Mobile printing | Epson Smart Panel app, Apple AirPrint, Epson Connect | Epson Smart Panel, Epson iPrint, Email Print, Remote Print Driver |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | No LCD screen (Status LED indicators only) | No |
| Buttons | Physical buttons (Power, Wi-Fi, Network Status, Copy Color/Mono, Stop) | Physical buttons for Power, Wi-Fi, Network Status, Copy (B&W/Color), and Stop |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | 12W (Copying) | 4.5W (Ready) | 0.7W (Sleep) | 12W (Operating), 4.5W (Ready), 0.7W (Sleep) |
| Noise level | Approx. 50.0 dB(A) | Approx. 50 dB(A) (Plain paper) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Size | 375 mm (W) x 347 mm (D) x 179 mm (H) | 375×347×179 mm (Width x Depth x Height) |
| Weight | 3.9 kg | 3.9 kg |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | ET-2860 Printer, 4x 65ml Ink Bottles (Full set), Power Cable, Setup Guide | Printer, 4 individual ink bottles (CMYK) + 1 extra Black bottle (varies by region), Power cable, Setup guide, Driver CD |
| Price | Approximately $180 - $220 USD | 180 USD |
| Full Details | EcoTank ET-2860 - Full Specifications | EcoTank L3256 - Full Specifications |