Epson EcoTank ET 3850
About
The Epson EcoTank ET-3850 is an all-in-one inkjet printer that offers reliable performance and great value for money. It features a high print resolution of up to 4800 by 1200 dpi, as well as automatic double sided printing capabilities, allowing users to save time and paper. The machine also comes with a large 4.3 inch touchscreen display which makes it easy to navigate through its menus and functions quickly without needing additional help from external software or drivers. In addition, the cartridge free design allows users to fill their own tanks directly with bottles of cost effective Epson genuine inks – resulting in savings up to 90% compared with standard cartridges whilst still producing quality prints everytime! Overall this model provides excellent value for money due not only the low running costs but also thanks too its robust construction making it ideal for both home office use or small business environments alike.
Our Verdict
Table Of Content
Overall
Rated 5 Out off 5.0*
Connectivity
Rated 5 Out off 5.0*
The Epson EcoTank ET-3850 offers excellent connectivity options. It is a wireless and Wi-Fi Direct printer, meaning you can easily print from almost any device without the need for cables or routers. The ET-3850 also features NFC touch to connect with compatible Android devices, so all you have to do is tap your phone against the machine in order to start printing wirelessly. Additionally, it supports Apple AirPrint and Google Cloud Print for easy printing from tablets or smartphones on iOS and Android systems respectively.
Print Quality
Rated 4.9 Out off 5.0*
The Epson EcoTank ET-3850 is renowned for its high-quality prints. This printer features an advanced PrecisionCore printhead, which allows you to produce professional quality documents with sharp text and vivid color graphics. It has a maximum resolution of 4800 x 2400 dpi, ensuring that your photos look exceptionally detailed and lifelike on paper. The ink droplets are as small as 1 picoliter in size so no matter what type of document you’re printing – from photographs to business presentations – the output will be remarkable every time. Furthermore, this model supports borderless photo printing up to 8 inches by 10 inches and can even handle double sided pages quickly at speeds up to 15ppm (pages per minute).
Speed
Rated 5 Out off 5.0*
The Epson EcoTank ET-3850 is designed for speed. This Printer offers up to 34 pages per minute when printing in black and white, making it ideal for busy home offices or small businesses with a lot of documents that need to be printed quickly. It also prints color at an impressive 10 pages per minute, allowing you to produce high-quality graphics without sacrificing time. The printer even has two paper trays - one holds 250 sheets while the other can hold 500 sheets – so you won’t have to worry about running out of paper mid job either!
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Low cost-per-page
- Easy to use
- Compact printer
Cons
- Ink bottles can be messy
Specification
FAX
Fax Memory (Pages)
Modem Speed (kb/s)
General
Standard Input Capcity (Sheets)
250
Main Input Trays
1
Control
Touch
Ink Colors
Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black
Display Size (Inch)
2.4
Configuration
4-cartridge
Printing Technology
Inkjet
Wireless Printing
Color Printing
ADF Capacity (Pages)
Output Capacity (Sheets)
Print Features
Duplex Printing
Borderless Printing
Print Resolution (dpi)
4800 x 1200
Monthly Duty Cycle (Pages)
5000
Print Speed (Color)
8.5 ISO ppm
Print Speed (Black)
15.5 ISO ppm
Copy
Reduction/Enlargement (%)
25-400
Duplex Copying
Copy Speed (Color)
5 ISO ppm
Copy Speed (Black)
11 ISO ppm
Scan
Scan Modes
Color, Grayscale, Monochrome
Image Sensor
CIS
Duplex Scanning
Interpolated Resolutions (dpi)
9600
Optical Resolutions(dpi)
2400 x 1200
Type
Flatbed & ADF
Physical
Weight (lbs)
12.8
Depth (inch)
19.8
Height (inch)
7.4
Width (inch)
14.8
Connectivity
Direct Printing
Interface
Ethernet, USB