In this technical comparison between the Epson Ecotank ET-2864 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 $180 - $230 and Approximately $170 - $210 USD.
| Specifications |
Epson Ecotank ET-2864 |
HP Smart Tank 5108 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | 2024 | 2025 |
| Type | ||
| Technology | PrecisionCore Micro Piezo Heat-Free Inkjet | 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); 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 | A4, Letter, Legal (8.5 x 14 in) |
| Scan & Copy | ||
| Scanner type | Flatbed (CIS) | Flatbed (CIS) |
| Scan resolution | 1200 x 2400 dpi Optical | Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi (Optical) |
| Copy speed | Approx. 10 sec (Mono) / 16 sec (Color) for single A4 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 Series (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, Glossy Photo Paper, Envelopes (C6, DL, No. 10) | 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 (Email Print) | HP Smart app, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, HP Print Service Plugin (Android) |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | No LCD screen (Status LED indicator lights) | 1.2-inch iCON LCD (33 segments) |
| Buttons | Physical buttons for Power, Wi-Fi, Network Info, and Copy (Mono/Color) | "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. 5.1 B(A) / 38 dB(A) (standard mode) | 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-2864 Printer, 4x 65ml Ink Bottles (CMYK), Power Cable, Setup Guide. | HP Smart Tank 5108, HP GT53XL Black bottle, HP GT52 CMY bottles, Power cord, Setup guide. |
| Price | $180 - $230 | Approximately $170 - $210 USD |
| Full Details | Ecotank ET-2864 - Full Specifications | Smart Tank 5108 - Full Specifications |