Epson EcoTank ET-2850 vs Brother DCP-T420W
| Specifications | Epson EcoTank ET-2850 | Brother DCP-T420W |
|---|---|---|
| Pros | Automatic double-sided printing and color LCD. | Excellent entry-level tank printer for small tasks. |
| Cons | Paper tray is still limited to 100 sheets. | Small internal memory can slow down complex PDFs. |
| Brand | Epson | Brother |
| Technology | PrecisionCore Print Head | Inkjet Tank System |
| Print Speed (Black) | 10.5 ppm | 16 ipm |
| First Page Out | 10 sec | 10 sec |
| Auto Duplex | Automatic (2-sided) | Manual |
| Input Capacity | 100 Sheets | 150 Sheets |
| Output Capacity | 30 Sheets | 50 Sheets |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct | 802.11b/g/n |
| USB Port | Hi-Speed USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Mobile Printing | Epson Smart Panel, AirPrint | Brother Mobile Connect |
| Display | 3.7 cm Color LCD | LED Buttons |
| Monthly Duty | 3,000 pages | 2,500 pages |
| Ink/Toner System | EcoTank 102 Ink Bottles | BTD60BK / BT5000 Bottles |
| Width | 375 mm | 435 mm |
| Depth | 347 mm | 359 mm |
| Height | 187 mm | 159 mm |
| Weight | 5.4 kg | 6.4 kg |
| Operating Systems | Windows 11, macOS 12+ | Windows, macOS |
| Warranty | 1 Year (3 Years on Promo) | 1 Year |
| Best Use Case | Home Office Efficiency | Standard Family Use |