Compare Epson EcoTank ET-2860 vs HP Smart Tank 5108
In this technical comparison between the Epson EcoTank ET-2860 and the HP Smart Tank 5108, 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 Approximately $170 - $210 USD.
| Specifications |
Epson EcoTank ET-2860 |
HP Smart Tank 5108 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | 2024 | 2025 |
| Type | ||
| Technology | PrecisionCore Heat-Free Inkjet (Refillable Ink Tank) | HP Thermal Inkjet (Refillable Ink Tank) |
| Function | Print, Scan, Copy | Print, Scan, Copy |
| Color / Monochrome | Color & Monochrome | Color & Monochrome |
| Print speed | 10.0 ipm (Mono) / 5.0 ipm (Color); Max Draft: 33 ppm (Mono) / 15 ppm (Color) | Up to 12.0 ipm (Mono) / 5.0 ipm (Color); Draft speeds up to 22 ppm (Mono) |
| Resolution | Up to 5760 x 1440 dpi | Black: Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi | Color: Up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi |
| Duplex printing | Yes (Manual only) | Yes (Manual Only – driver support provided) |
| Max paper size | A4 / Letter / Legal (supports long paper up to 1.2 meters) | A4, Letter, Legal (8.5 x 14 in) |
| Scan & Copy | ||
| Scanner type | Flatbed (CIS) | Flatbed (CIS) |
| 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 10 cpm (Mono) / 2 cpm (Color) --- Copy Settings: Reduce/Enlarge via HP Smart App; Up to 99 copies |
| Ink / Toner | ||
| Ink type | Epson 104 Ink Bottles (Dye-based) | HP GT53XL (Black) and HP GT52 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) |
| Ink cost / page yield | Black: ~4,500 pages | Color: ~7,500 pages | Black: ~6,000 pages | Color: ~6,000 pages (included set) |
| Number of colors | 4 Colors (CMYK) | 4 Colors (CMYK) |
| Paper Handling | ||
| Input tray capacity | 100 Sheets (Rear feed) | Up to 100 sheets |
| Output tray capacity | 30 Sheets | Up to 30 sheets |
| Supported media | Plain paper, Photo paper (up to 300g/m²), Envelopes (C6, DL) | Plain paper, Matte/Glossy Brochure paper, Photo papers, Envelopes |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 | 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n), Wi-Fi Direct | Yes, built-in Self-healing Wi-Fi (2.4G), Wi-Fi Direct |
| Ethernet | No | No |
| Mobile printing | Epson Smart Panel app, Apple AirPrint, Epson Connect | HP Smart app, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, HP Print Service Plugin (Android) |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | No LCD screen (Status LED indicators only) | 1.2-inch iCON LCD (33 segments) |
| Buttons | Physical buttons (Power, Wi-Fi, Network Status, Copy Color/Mono, Stop) | "Smart" contextual buttons (Power, ID Copy, Color Copy, Black Copy, Wi-Fi, Info, Resume, Cancel) |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | 12W (Copying) | 4.5W (Ready) | 0.7W (Sleep) | Ready: 3.02W | Sleep: 1.10W | Off: 0.11W |
| Noise level | Approx. 50.0 dB(A) | Approx. 56.8 dB(A) (Acoustic Pressure) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Size | 375 mm (W) x 347 mm (D) x 179 mm (H) | 434.7 mm (W) x 361.5 mm (D) x 157.3 mm (H) |
| Weight | 3.9 kg | 5.03 kg |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | ET-2860 Printer, 4x 65ml Ink Bottles (Full set), Power Cable, Setup Guide | HP Smart Tank 5108, HP GT53XL Black bottle, HP GT52 CMY bottles, Power cord, Setup guide. |
| Price | Approximately $180 - $220 USD | Approximately $170 - $210 USD |
| Full Details | EcoTank ET-2860 - Full Specifications | Smart Tank 5108 - Full Specifications |