Epson EcoTank ET-2850 vs HP Smart Tank 5105
| Specifications | Epson EcoTank ET-2850 | HP Smart Tank 5105 |
|---|---|---|
| Pros | Automatic double-sided printing and color LCD. | Low-cost high-volume printing with HP Smart features. |
| Cons | Paper tray is still limited to 100 sheets. | Slower color printing compared to competitors. |
| Brand | Epson | HP |
| Technology | PrecisionCore Print Head | Thermal Inkjet |
| Print Speed (Black) | 10.5 ppm | 12 ppm |
| First Page Out | 10 sec | 14 sec |
| Auto Duplex | Automatic (2-sided) | Manual |
| Input Capacity | 100 Sheets | 100 Sheets |
| Output Capacity | 30 Sheets | 30 Sheets |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct | Self-healing Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n |
| USB Port | Hi-Speed USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Mobile Printing | Epson Smart Panel, AirPrint | HP Smart App |
| Display | 3.7 cm Color LCD | Icon LCD 1.0 inch |
| Monthly Duty | 3,000 pages | 3,000 pages |
| Ink/Toner System | EcoTank 102 Ink Bottles | HP 32XL / 31 Bottles |
| Width | 375 mm | 434.7 mm |
| Depth | 347 mm | 361.5 mm |
| Height | 187 mm | 157.3 mm |
| Weight | 5.4 kg | 5.03 kg |
| Operating Systems | Windows 11, macOS 12+ | Windows 11, macOS 10.15+ |
| Warranty | 1 Year (3 Years on Promo) | 1 Year (Up to 3 Years) |
| Best Use Case | Home Office Efficiency | Family Document Printing |