Ricoh Ri 100 vs Polyprint TexJet echo2

The Polyprint Texjet Echo2 and the Ricoh Ri 100 represent two very different levels of DTG (Direct-to-Garment) capability. The Ricoh Ri 100 is a compact desktop 'all-in-one' system designed for light-colored t-shirts, featuring its own internal heating unit for curing. The Polyprint Texjet Echo2 is a professional modular machine that can print on both light and dark fabrics using white ink, offering much more versatility for a garment business. While the Ricoh is incredibly convenient and safe for retail kiosks, it is limited to light cotton and A4-sized prints. The Polyprint Echo2 offers 15 interchangeable platens for printing on everything from shoes to sleeves and produces much higher resolution results on dark garments. The Polyprint also features a closed ink system that reduces head clogs, whereas the Ricoh is a simpler, consumer-grade device. If you only want to print light t-shirts in a retail setting, the Ricoh is a neat choice. But for a professional clothing brand that needs dark-shirt capability and versatility, the Polyprint Echo2 is our winner. Overall, the Polyprint is the much more capable apparel tool.