Epson - EcoTank Photo ET-8500 Wireless Color All-in-One Supertank Printer - White
Customers are saying
Customers find value in the product's excellent print quality, ease of use, and overall strong performance, with many also appreciating its straightforward setup, quiet operation, and helpful touchscreen. However, some users have encountered issues with phantom paper jams and challenging software. A few customers also noted that the product is on the pricey side.
Cartridge-free printing for lab-quality photos, graphics and creative projects
Get vibrant colors and sharp text with Epson's high-accuracy printhead and Claria ET Premium 6-color inks; print a 4 x 6" photo in as fast as 15 seconds (4)
Extraordinary media handling capabilities
Print borderless pictures up to 8.5" x 11" on a variety of paper types including cardstock, CD/DVDs and other specialty media up to 1.3 mm thick; auto 2-sided printing
Amazing value
Save a ridiculous amount on photos (1) and creative projects with affordable in-house photo printing; print 4" x 6" photos for about 4 cents each vs. 40 cents with traditional ink cartridges (1)
Save up to 80% with low-cost replacement ink bottles vs. ink cartridges (3)
That's about $2000 on each set (3), enough ink to print up to 6,200 pages color (5)
Print up to 2 years (2)
With each included and replacement ink bottle set
Zero cartridge waste
With high-yield ink bottles; each replacement ink bottle set is equivalent to about 100 individual ink cartridges (6)
Print, scan and more from your mobile device (7) with Epson Smart Panel app (8)
Set up, monitor and operate your printer directly from your mobile device; supports iOS and Android
Intuitive touch display and wireless connectivity
4.3" color display, voice-activated printing (9) and more for fast, easy performance
Exclusive EcoFit ink bottle design
Uniquely keyed for easy filling of each color
Use Genuine Epson Ink
For optimal print quality and performance. Non-genuine ink could cause damage not covered by the printer’s limited warranty
- NetworkingWirelessENERGY STAR CertifiedYesPrinter TypeAll In OneISO Color Print Speed12 pages per minuteISO Mono Print Speed16 pages per minuteTouch ScreenYes
Reviews
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 235 reviews
- Print Quality (142)
- Ease of use (43)
- Overall Performance (11)
- Noise Level (7)
- Setup (7)
- Paper Jam (8)
- Price (5)
- Software (3)
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The EcoTank Photo ET-8500 wireless all-in-one prints lab-quality color photos, graphics and everyday documents — all at an incredible value. Epson’s cartridge-free, 6-color Claria ET Premium Ink system delivers vibrant colors and sharp text for all your creative projects. With low-cost replacement ink bottles, print 4" x 6" photos for about 4 cents each compared to 40 cents with cartridges (1). Print everything from borderless 8.5" x 11" photos to customized CDs/DVDs. You can even print on cardstock and other media up to 1.3 mm thick. For added convenience, each set of bottles lets you print for up to 2 years (2). Plus, save up to 80 percent with replacement ink bottles vs. ink cartridges (3) — that’s about $2,000 on each set (3). The EcoTank Photo lets you do it all with affordable in-house printing.
The EcoTank Photo ET-8550 wireless all-in-one prints lab-quality, wide-format color photos, graphics and everyday documents — all at an incredible value. Epson’s cartridge-free, 6-color Claria ET Premium Ink system delivers vibrant colors and sharp text for all your creative projects. With low-cost replacement ink bottles, print 4" x 6" photos for about 4 cents each compared to 40 cents with cartridges (1). Print everything from borderless 13" x 19" photos to customized CDs/DVDs. You can even print on cardstock and other media up to 1.3 mm thick. For added convenience, each set of bottles lets you print for up to 2 years (2). Plus, save up to 80 percent with replacement ink bottles vs. ink cartridges (3) — that’s about $2,000 on each set (3). The EcoTank Photo lets you do it all with affordable in-house printing.
The PIXMA TS6520 strikes a perfect balance between functionality and affordability. While it doesn’t include an ADF like the TR7120, it still offers high-quality printing, scanning, and copying for everyday tasks. Its auto 2-sided printing helps save on paper and its 1.42” OLED display and simple setup make it user-friendly, and its compact design fits easily into any home workspace. With reliable Wi-Fi and mobile printing support, it’s great for printing school projects, recipes, and vibrant photos—without the extra bells and whistles. Best for: Families and students who want a reliable, easy-to-use printer for occasional use without needing advanced features.
Your family needs a printer that’s fast, affordable, and easy to use. That’s why we developed the EcoTank ET-2800 – an innovative cartridge-free solution that uses high-capacity, easily refillable ink tanks. So you’ll worry less about running out of ink, and save a lot on replacement ink (1). The ET-2800 features genuine Epson print quality, a high-resolution flatbed scanner, and convenient color display – making it the ideal basic home printer.
| Pros for Epson - EcoTank Photo ET-8500 Wireless Color All-in-One Supertank Printer - White | |||
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| Print Quality, Ease of use, Overall Performance, Noise Level, Setup | Print Quality, Overall Performance, Ease of use, Setup | Print Quality, Size, Noise Level, Setup Ease, Connectivity | Print Quality, Ease of use, Overall Performance, Setup, Size |
| Cons for Epson - EcoTank Photo ET-8500 Wireless Color All-in-One Supertank Printer - White | |||
| Paper Jam, Price, Software | Paper Jam, Price, Noise Level | Features | Noise Level, Paper Tray |
Specs
Is the only difference between the 8500 and 8550 that the 8500 only prints up to 8x10?
Answered by EpsonHello Shutterfly. The two printers have similar designs and specifications. The ET-8550, however, can print on paper sizes up to 13" x 19", and the scan bed can accommodate originals up to 8.5" x 14" in size. Regards, Kevin - The Epson Team.
What is the largest size it prints?
Answered by EpsonHello Denise. The ET-8500 can print on paper sizes ranging from 2.2" x 3.4" to 8.5" x 78.7". Regards, Kevin - The Epson Team.
Does this printer have a touch screen?
Yes, the Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 has a 4.3-inch color touch screen.
This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.What is the maximum paper size that this printer can handle?
The Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 printer supports various paper sizes, including legal and 8.5"x14".
This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.Can I print double-sided documents automatically?
Yes, the Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 supports automatic two-sided printing.
This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
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