Brother GTX Pro vs Epson SureColour SC-F500

Detailed Technical Comparison & Buying Guide

Brother GTX Pro Brother GTX Pro
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Epson SureColour SC-F500 Epson SureColour SC-F500

Brother GTX Pro

✅ Industrial build quality, very fast print speeds.
❌ High entry price, needs professional setup.

Epson SureColour SC-F500

✅ Professional sublimation in 24-inch format.
❌ Only for sublimation transfers (Needs heat press).
Feature Brother GTX Pro Epson SureColour SC-F500
Print Technology DTG Dye-Sublimation
Colour Output CMYK + White CMYK
Print Resolution 1200 x 1200 dpi 2400 x 1200 dpi
Black Print Speed (PPM) N/A N/A
Colour Print Speed (PPM) Fast Fast Mode
First Page Out Time N/A N/A
Auto Double-Sided No No
Input Paper Capacity 1 Platen Roll + Sheet
Output Tray Capacity N/A Basket
Supported Paper Sizes Up to 16 x 21 inches 24 inch Rolls
Paper Weight Support Heavy Garments Sublimation Roll
Scanner Type None None
Scan Resolution N/A N/A
Auto Document Feeder None None
Copy Speed No No
Wi-Fi Connectivity No Yes
Ethernet Support Yes Yes
USB Connectivity Yes Yes
Mobile Printing Support No No
Display Panel N/A N/A
Monthly Duty Cycle N/A N/A
Ink/Cartridge System N/A N/A
Borderless Printing N/A N/A
Width N/A N/A
Depth N/A N/A
Height N/A N/A
Machine Weight N/A N/A
Energy Efficiency N/A N/A
Noise Level (dB) N/A N/A
Processor Speed N/A N/A
Internal Memory N/A N/A
Cloud Print Support N/A N/A
Security Features N/A N/A
Compatible OS N/A N/A
Included in Box N/A N/A
Warranty Period N/A N/A
Recommended Use N/A N/A

⚖️ Expert Verdict

Comparing the Brother GTX Pro (DTG) and the Epson SC-F500 (Sublimation) is a matter of substrate choice. The GTX Pro is designed for finished cotton garments, while the 24-inch SC-F500 is built for roll-fed dye-sublimation onto polyester textiles and large promotional items. The Brother is the master of the custom t-shirt market, whereas the Epson is far more versatile for signage, interior decor, and large-format apparel like leggings. If your business focuses on high-end cotton streetwear, the GTX Pro is the winner; for a full-service promotional gift shop, the SC-F500 is the more flexible tool.

What Owners Are Saying?

Brother GTX Pro

Design_Dept
"The speed on the GTX Pro is mind-blowing. We can churn out a full dark shirt print in under 90 seconds. The high-gap print head is a strategic win because it handles seams and pockets much better than the competition. It is a massive investment in terms of quid, but if you have the volume, the cost-per-print is sorted. Definitely the definitive winner for high-street print shops."

Epson SureColour SC-F500

Grace
"Finally, a proper 24-inch sublimation printer that doesn't cost the earth. We use it for printing full-size beach towels and oversized apparel panels. The ink tanks are so much more frugal than the old cartridges. Strategic move for any signage or gift business looking to scale up from A4."

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