Epson EcoTank Colour Printers can be easily categorized based on your daily printing volume and specific features such as double-sided printing(duplex printing), Wi-Fi, ADF(Automatic document Feeder), etc…
Lets Go Over these Categories
A4 Colour Printers
Printing Volume : 100 pages / day
There are two Basic Printer models in this Category.
The Epson L130 and Epson L1250 are both single-function printers(Only Print) designed solely for printing. However, the key difference between them is that the L1250 is equipped with Wi-Fi capabilities, while the L130 lacks this feature. Despite this, both printers share the same printing technology, utilizing a piezoelectric printhead. Moreover, the L1250 offers a slightly faster print speed compared to the L130, which could make a noticeable difference in high-demand situations.
When it comes to ink, the Epson L130 uses the 664 ink model, whereas the L1250 is compatible with the 003 ink model. Although these ink models are quite similar, there is a slight variance in their pricing, which may influence purchasing decisions.
Both the Epson L130 and L1250 are entry-level color printers, making them ideal for users who require reliable printing within the recommended volume range. Thus, whether you prioritize wireless connectivity or budget-friendly ink, both models offer practical solutions tailored to different needs.
There are further 4 more models in this category.
The Epson L3210, L3250, L3260, and L3560 are all multi-function printers designed for printing, scanning, and copying, each with a recommended printing volume of 100 pages per day. While these models offer similar printing performance, they are differentiated by specific features that cater to various user needs.
To begin with, the Epson L3210 is the most basic among these models, providing essential multi-function capabilities without any additional features. On the other hand, the Epson L3250 stands out by including Wi-Fi connectivity, making it ideal for users who value wireless printing. Furthermore, it supports Wi-Fi Direct, allowing you to connect directly to the printer from a mobile device, a feature available on all Epson printers with Wi-Fi capabilities.
Moving on, the Epson L3260 and L3560 further enhance user convenience with the addition of an LCD screen. This screen allows for easy navigation through printer functions, such as selecting the number of copies (up to 99), as well as adjusting text size by reducing or enlarging it. Although both printers share this useful feature, the Epson L3560 distinguishes itself as a newer model with a slightly faster print speed compared to the L3260.
Additionally, the L3560 uses Epson’s advanced Precision Core printhead technology, while the L3260 is equipped with the older piezoelectric printhead. This upgrade not only improves performance but also results in the L3560 having a longer warranty of two years or 50,000 prints, offering greater peace of mind compared to the other printers in this lineup.
Finally, all four of these models use the same 003 ink model, ensuring consistency and ease of ink replacement across the range.
printing volume : 200 pages / day
Almost all remaining A4 Colour printers come under this category. They are Epson L4260, L5290, L6270, L6460 and L6490.
Epson L4260 and L6270 uses 001 ink model in which the black ink is a pigment ink and remaining colors are dye inks.
L5290 uses the 003 ink model.
Epson L6460 and L6490 uses the 008 ink model in which all colors are pigment inks.
pigment ink provides laser quality prints that are smudge resistant and water resistant.
printing volume : 250 pages / day
There are two A4 printers under this category, they are Epson L6570 and L6580.
Both L6570 and L6580 are All-One-Printers with a print speed of 25 ipm ( ISO standard for measuring print speed). They provide all the features that are present in that we have discussed until now. The only difference between these printers is that L6580 has PCL(Post-script Language) support provided to it whereas L6570 lacks it.
Both L6570 and L6580 uses the 008 ink model to provide the best quality prints.
That concludes all the A4 EcoTank printers. The maximum print volume of A4 printers is 250 pages / day. If you require more printing volume in A4 printers, then you have to look for Epson Work-Force model Printers.
A3 Colour Printers
printing volume : 300 pages / day
There are 4 models in the A3 colour printer category. They are the Epson L14150, L15150, L15160, L15180.
Epson L14150 is the basic A3 printer. It’s price is significantly less compared to other A3 printers as it only has a Legal Size Flat bed Scanner. But it still can print up to A3 size.
L15150, L15160 and L15180 are all All-in-One A3 printers that have A3 size flatbed Scanner. There are only minor differences between the models.
L15160 has all the features of L15150 but it is significantly faster than L15150 at printing colour prints. It also has a bigger size LCD touch screen. L15180 has all the features of L15160 along with the added PCL support. All these printers are provided with a FAX function.
Epson L14150 uses the 001 ink model.
Epson L15150, L15160, L15180 uses the 008 ink model.
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That Covers all the Epson EcoTank Colour Printers that. We will talk about Epson Monochrome Printers in a future article.