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Ricoh Ri 100 vs UniNet IColor 560

Technical comparison for TSHIRT printers

Ricoh Ri 100 - tshirt printer product view

Ricoh Ri 100

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UniNet IColor 560

UniNet IColor 560

Specifications Ricoh Ri 100 UniNet IColor 560
Print Technology Inkjet DTG White Toner Transfer
Color Output CMYK CMYK + White
Print Resolution 1200 x 1200 dpi 2400 x 600 dpi
Black Print Speed (PPM) 80 sec 28 ppm
Color Print Speed (PPM) 120 sec 28 ppm
First Page Out Time N/A 9 sec
Auto Double-Sided No Yes
Input Paper Capacity Built-in Tray 250 Sheets
Output Tray Capacity N/A 150 Sheets
Supported Paper Sizes 291 x 204 mm (A4) A4 / Banners
Paper Weight Support Light Cotton Transfer Paper
Scanner Type None None
Scan Resolution N/A N/A
Auto Document Feeder None None
Copy Speed No No
Wi-Fi Connectivity Yes Yes
Ethernet Support Yes Yes
USB Connectivity Yes Yes
Mobile Printing Support Yes Yes
Display Panel N/A N/A
Monthly Duty Cycle N/A N/A
Ink/Cartridge System N/A N/A
Borderless Printing N/A N/A
Width N/A N/A
Depth N/A N/A
Height N/A N/A
Machine Weight N/A N/A
Energy Efficiency N/A N/A
Noise Level (dB) N/A N/A
Processor Speed N/A N/A
Internal Memory N/A N/A
Cloud Print Support N/A N/A
Security Features N/A N/A
Compatible OS N/A N/A
Included in Box N/A N/A
Warranty Period N/A N/A
Recommended Use N/A N/A
Brand Ricoh UniNet
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Ricoh Ri 100 Review

✅ Pros: Compact, desktop-friendly, and very easy to use.

❌ Cons: Only prints on light-colored fabrics (No white ink).

UniNet IColor 560 Review

✅ Pros: White toner transfer technology works on any color/fabric.

❌ Cons: Transfer sheets can be expensive per print.

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Expert Verdict

The Ricoh Ri 100 and the Uninet iColor 560 represent two different philosophies of low-maintenance garment decoration. The Ricoh Ri 100 is a compact all-in-one DTG system for light-colored cotton t-shirts, featuring its own internal heating unit. The Uninet iColor 560 is a maintenance-free laser transfer system that can decorate almost any surface—cotton, polyester, wood, and metal—including dark fabrics. The Uninet’s biggest advantage is its total lack of downtime; since it uses dry toner instead of liquid ink, it never clogs even if you don't use it for weeks. The Ricoh is much more convenient for quick t-shirts in a retail shop, but it is strictly limited to light cotton and A4 prints. For a business that wants to decorate everything from dark hoodies to hard surfaces with zero maintenance hassle, the Uninet is the vastly superior tool. While the Ricoh is a neat choice for light home use, the Uninet iColor 560 provides a much more versatile and professional business model. The Uninet wins for its extreme versatility and reliability.

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