Compare Epson EcoTank ET-2870 vs Epson EcoTank L3256
In this technical comparison between the Epson EcoTank ET-2870 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 Typically between $180 – $220 USD and 180 USD.
| Specifications |
Epson EcoTank ET-2870 |
Epson EcoTank L3256 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | March 2024 | 2021 |
| Type | ||
| Technology | Epson Micro Piezo Heat-Free Technology | On-demand inkjet (Piezoelectric) / Epson Micro Piezo™ |
| Function | Print, Copy, Scan | Print, Scan, Copy |
| Color / Monochrome | Color | Color (4-color system) |
| Print speed | Black (ISO): 10.0 ppm (up to 33 ppm draft) Color (ISO): 5.0 ppm (up to 15 ppm draft) | Up to 33 ppm (Black) / 15 ppm (Color) |
| Resolution | 5760 × 1440 dpi | 5760×1440 dpi |
| Duplex printing | Manual | Manual |
| Max paper size | A4 | Legal (215.9×355.6 mm) / A4 |
| Scan & Copy | ||
| Scanner type | Flatbed (CIS) | Flatbed color image scanner (CIS) |
| Scan resolution | 1200×2400 dpi (Optical) | 1200×2400 dpi |
| Copy speed | Approx. 10.0 ipm (Black) / 5.0 ipm (Color) | Up to 7.7 ipm (Black) / 3.8 ipm (Color) |
| Ink / Toner | ||
| Ink type | Dye-based (Epson 104 Series) | Dye Ink (Epson 003 or 103 series depending on region) |
| Ink cost / page yield | Black: ~4,500 pages Color: ~7,500 pages --- Efficiency: Equivalent to roughly 72 standard cartridges. | ~4,500 pages (Black) / ~7,500 pages (Color) |
| Number of colors | 4 (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) | 4 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) |
| Paper Handling | ||
| Input tray capacity | 100 sheets (Rear tray) | 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 10x15cm borderless), envelopes | A4, A5, A6, B5, 10×15 cm, Envelopes, Legal, Letter |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Hi-Speed USB | High-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Built-in Wi-Fi and 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 | 3.7 cm (1.46") Color LCD | No |
| Buttons | Standard physical navigation buttons | Physical buttons for Power, Wi-Fi, Network Status, Copy (B&W/Color), and Stop |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | 12 W (Standalone copying), 4.5 W (Ready), 0.7 W (Sleep) | 12W (Operating), 4.5W (Ready), 0.7W (Sleep) |
| Noise level | Approx. 5.2 B(A) / 39 dB(A) | Approx. 50 dB(A) (Plain paper) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Size | 375× 347× 179 mm | 375×347×179 mm (Width x Depth x Height) |
| Weight | 4.1 kg | 3.9 kg |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Printer, 4 individual ink bottles (65ml each), Power cable, Setup guide. | Printer, 4 individual ink bottles (CMYK) + 1 extra Black bottle (varies by region), Power cable, Setup guide, Driver CD |
| Price | Typically between $180 – $220 USD | 180 USD |
| Full Details | EcoTank ET-2870 - Full Specifications | EcoTank L3256 - Full Specifications |