Compare Epson EcoTank ET-2860 vs HP DeskJet 4222e
In this technical comparison between the Epson EcoTank ET-2860 and the HP DeskJet 4222e, 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 $100.00.
| Specifications |
Epson EcoTank ET-2860 |
HP DeskJet 4222e |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | 2024 | 2024 |
| Type | ||
| Technology | PrecisionCore Heat-Free Inkjet (Refillable Ink Tank) | HP Thermal Inkjet |
| Function | Print, Scan, Copy | Print, Copy, Scan, Wireless, Send Mobile Fax |
| Color / Monochrome | Color & Monochrome | Color |
| Print speed | 10.0 ipm (Mono) / 5.0 ipm (Color); Max Draft: 33 ppm (Mono) / 15 ppm (Color) | Up to 8.5 ppm (Black) / 5.5 ppm (Color) |
| Resolution | Up to 5760 x 1440 dpi | Up to 1200 x 1200 rendered dpi (Black) / 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi (Color) |
| Duplex printing | Yes (Manual only) | Manual (driver support provided) |
| Max paper size | A4 / Letter / Legal (supports long paper up to 1.2 meters) | A4, B5, A6, DL envelope |
| Scan & Copy | ||
| Scanner type | Flatbed (CIS) | Flatbed & 35-page Auto Document Feeder (ADF) |
| Scan resolution | Optical: 1200 x 2400 dpi | Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi (Optical) |
| Copy speed | Approx. 10 sec (Mono) / 16 sec (Color) for a single page | Up to 6 cpm (Black) / 3 cpm (Color) |
| Ink / Toner | ||
| Ink type | Epson 104 Ink Bottles (Dye-based) | Pigment-based (Black); Dye-based (Tri-color) |
| Ink cost / page yield | Black: ~4,500 pages | Color: ~7,500 pages | HP 305 Standard: ~120 pages black / ~100 pages color HP 305XL High Yield: ~240 pages black / ~200 pages color |
| Number of colors | 4 Colors (CMYK) | 2 (1 Black, 1 Tri-color) |
| Paper Handling | ||
| Input tray capacity | 100 Sheets (Rear feed) | 60 sheets |
| Output tray capacity | 30 Sheets | 25 sheets |
| Supported media | Plain paper, Photo paper (up to 300g/m²), Envelopes (C6, DL) | Plain paper, Photo paper, Brochure paper |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 | 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n), Wi-Fi Direct | Dual-band Wi-Fi with self-healing capabilities |
| Ethernet | No | No |
| Mobile printing | Epson Smart Panel app, Apple AirPrint, Epson Connect | HP app, Apple AirPrint, Mopria Certified |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | No LCD screen (Status LED indicators only) | Icon LCD Display |
| Buttons | Physical buttons (Power, Wi-Fi, Network Status, Copy Color/Mono, Stop) | 7 Buttons (Power, Cancel, Resume, Info, Wi-Fi, Color Copy, Black Copy) |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | 12W (Copying) | 4.5W (Ready) | 0.7W (Sleep) | 2.8 W (Ready), 1.53 W (Sleep), 0.3 W (Off) |
| Noise level | Approx. 50.0 dB(A) | 54 dB(A) (Active printing) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Size | 375 mm (W) x 347 mm (D) x 179 mm (H) | 428 ×332 ×200 mm |
| Weight | 3.9 kg | 4.82 kg |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | ET-2860 Printer, 4x 65ml Ink Bottles (Full set), Power Cable, Setup Guide | Printer, Setup Black Cartridge, Setup Tri-color Cartridge, Regulatory flyer, Setup guide, Reference guide, Power cord. |
| Price | Approximately $180 - $220 USD | $100.00 |
| Full Details | EcoTank ET-2860 - Full Specifications | DeskJet 4222e - Full Specifications |