In this technical comparison between the Epson EcoTank ET-2870 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 Typically between $180 – $220 USD and $299.99.
| Specifications |
Epson EcoTank ET-2870 |
Epson EcoTank ET-4810 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | March 2024 | April 2023 |
| Type | ||
| Technology | Epson Micro Piezo Heat-Free Technology | PrecisionCore® Heat-Free Inkjet (4-color CMYK) |
| Function | Print, Copy, Scan | 4-in-1 (Print, Scan, Copy, Fax) |
| Color / Monochrome | Color | Color (Refillable Supertank) |
| Print speed | Black (ISO): 10.0 ppm (up to 33 ppm draft) Color (ISO): 5.0 ppm (up to 15 ppm draft) | Up to 15.0 ISO ppm (Black) / 8.0 ISO ppm (Color) |
| Resolution | 5760 × 1440 dpi | Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi |
| Duplex printing | Manual | Yes (Manual only—this is a key differentiator from the higher ET-4850 model) |
| Max paper size | A4 | A4 / Legal (8.5" x 14") |
| Scan & Copy | ||
| Scanner type | Flatbed (CIS) | Flatbed (CIS) + 30-Sheet Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) |
| Scan resolution | 1200×2400 dpi (Optical) | 1200 x 2400 dpi (Hardware); Up to 9600 dpi (Interpolated) |
| Copy speed | Approx. 10.0 ipm (Black) / 5.0 ipm (Color) | Up to 10.8 ISO cpm (Black) / 5.5 ISO cpm (Color) |
| Ink / Toner | ||
| Ink type | Dye-based (Epson 104 Series) | Epson 522 (North America) / 104 (Europe) EcoFit™ Dye-based bottles |
| Ink cost / page yield | Black: ~4,500 pages Color: ~7,500 pages --- Efficiency: Equivalent to roughly 72 standard cartridges. | * 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 (Rear tray) | 100 sheets (Rear feed) |
| Output tray capacity | 30 sheets | 30 sheets |
| Supported media | Plain paper, photo paper (up to 10x15cm borderless), envelopes | Plain paper, Photo Paper (Glossy/Matte), Premium Presentation Paper, Envelopes |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Hi-Speed USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Built-in Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct | 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Ethernet | No | Yes (10/100 Mbps) |
| Mobile printing | Epson Smart Panel app, Apple AirPrint, Epson Connect | Epson Smart Panel App, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Epson Connect (Email Print) |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | 3.7 cm (1.46") Color LCD | 1.44" (3.7 cm) Color LCD |
| Buttons | Standard physical navigation buttons | Physical navigation pad and numeric keypad (for Fax dialing) |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | 12 W (Standalone copying), 4.5 W (Ready), 0.7 W (Sleep) | 12W (Standalone Copying), 7.1W (Ready), 0.9W (Sleep) |
| Noise level | Approx. 5.2 B(A) / 39 dB(A) | Approx. 52 dB(A) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Size | 375× 347× 179 mm | 375 x 347 x 237 mm (Storage position) |
| Weight | 4.1 kg | 5.2 kg (11.5 lbs) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Printer, 4 individual ink bottles (65ml each), Power cable, Setup guide. | Printer, 4 bottles of ink (plus often 1 extra Black bottle), Power cord, Quick Start Guide. |
| Price | Typically between $180 – $220 USD | $299.99 |
| Full Details | EcoTank ET-2870 - Full Specifications | EcoTank ET-4810 - Full Specifications |