In this technical comparison between the Epson EcoTank ET-4810 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 $299.99 and 180 USD.
| Specifications |
Epson EcoTank ET-4810 |
Epson EcoTank L3256 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | April 2023 | 2021 |
| Type | ||
| Technology | PrecisionCore® Heat-Free Inkjet (4-color CMYK) | On-demand inkjet (Piezoelectric) / Epson Micro Piezo™ |
| Function | 4-in-1 (Print, Scan, Copy, Fax) | Print, Scan, Copy |
| Color / Monochrome | Color (Refillable Supertank) | Color (4-color system) |
| Print speed | Up to 15.0 ISO ppm (Black) / 8.0 ISO ppm (Color) | Up to 33 ppm (Black) / 15 ppm (Color) |
| Resolution | Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi | 5760×1440 dpi |
| Duplex printing | Yes (Manual only—this is a key differentiator from the higher ET-4850 model) | Manual |
| Max paper size | A4 / Legal (8.5" x 14") | Legal (215.9×355.6 mm) / A4 |
| Scan & Copy | ||
| Scanner type | Flatbed (CIS) + 30-Sheet Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) | Flatbed color image scanner (CIS) |
| Scan resolution | 1200 x 2400 dpi (Hardware); Up to 9600 dpi (Interpolated) | 1200×2400 dpi |
| Copy speed | Up to 10.8 ISO cpm (Black) / 5.5 ISO cpm (Color) | Up to 7.7 ipm (Black) / 3.8 ipm (Color) |
| Ink / Toner | ||
| Ink type | Epson 522 (North America) / 104 (Europe) EcoFit™ Dye-based bottles | Dye Ink (Epson 003 or 103 series depending on region) |
| Ink cost / page yield | * Black Bottle: ~4,300 pages Color Bottles (CMY): ~7,300 pages | ~4,500 pages (Black) / ~7,500 pages (Color) |
| Number of colors | 4 (Individual front-facing tanks) | 4 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) |
| Paper Handling | ||
| Input tray capacity | 100 sheets (Rear feed) | 100 sheets (Plain paper); 20 sheets (Photo paper) |
| Output tray capacity | 30 sheets | 30 sheets (Plain paper) |
| Supported media | Plain paper, Photo Paper (Glossy/Matte), Premium Presentation Paper, Envelopes | A4, A5, A6, B5, 10×15 cm, Envelopes, Legal, Letter |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 | High-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Ethernet | Yes (10/100 Mbps) | No |
| Mobile printing | Epson Smart Panel App, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Epson Connect (Email Print) | Epson Smart Panel, Epson iPrint, Email Print, Remote Print Driver |
| Display & Controls | ||
| Screen | 1.44" (3.7 cm) Color LCD | No |
| Buttons | Physical navigation pad and numeric keypad (for Fax dialing) | Physical buttons for Power, Wi-Fi, Network Status, Copy (B&W/Color), and Stop |
| Power & Noise | ||
| Power consumption | 12W (Standalone Copying), 7.1W (Ready), 0.9W (Sleep) | 12W (Operating), 4.5W (Ready), 0.7W (Sleep) |
| Noise level | Approx. 52 dB(A) | Approx. 50 dB(A) (Plain paper) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Size | 375 x 347 x 237 mm (Storage position) | 375×347×179 mm (Width x Depth x Height) |
| Weight | 5.2 kg (11.5 lbs) | 3.9 kg |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Printer, 4 bottles of ink (plus often 1 extra Black bottle), Power cord, Quick Start Guide. | Printer, 4 individual ink bottles (CMYK) + 1 extra Black bottle (varies by region), Power cable, Setup guide, Driver CD |
| Price | $299.99 | 180 USD |
| Full Details | EcoTank ET-4810 - Full Specifications | EcoTank L3256 - Full Specifications |