Customer Ratings & Reviews

Pros: Small foot print. Fast enough for a home printer. Print quality is good. Will print on both sides. Filling the large volume ink tank Cons: Will NOT scan, copy, from both sides using the ADF (automatic document feeder) (it will copy and print to both sides but it copies one side and prints the same info on both sides of the copy - nice option if that's what you need). The software will NOT allow you to load a multipage document to scan or copy and, after scanning one side, flip the stack, scan the other side, and arrange the document pages in the correct order - you must arrange the pages manually (which the software does allow you to do). This is a huge downside if you scan or copy multipage documents often. Not tested: Color printing except for the test pages which worked fine. I have not purchased additional ink yet so have not tried non-Epson ink. Overall, a nice small printer that has met my home printing needs.

Let me start off by saying this printer had the easiest, most satisfying setup process I’ve gone through. In this day and age, it is rare that the setup instructions received match up exactly with real world practice. Epson knocked it out of the park with these instructions. I know that may sound trivial, but it is so refreshing to read instructions that match up word for word with what you are trying to accomplish. The setup itself will take roughly 30 minutes, but the majority is waiting for the printer to set itself up, which is fine. The printer comes with 4 bottles of ink, each of which you will load into the printer itself when told do so by the EpsonSmartPanel app (which is incredibly easy to use). I had ZERO issues putting ink into the printer and the mechanism in which you load the ink is simple, yet effective (and oddly satisfying!). I spilled no ink and had no messy toner to deal with. The aforementioned EpsonSmartPanel app will walk you through step-by-step on how to setup the printer (wifi, ink, head calibration, etc.). I have no complaints at all on the EpsonSmartPanel app. Lastly, make sure you download the PC software needed for the printer, which can be found at https://epson.com/Support or if you still have a CD drive in your PC, they include a disk for install as well. I for one try and utilize drivers made specifically for the devices I use (I find you tend to have less issues in the long run). Overall, I could not be happier with this printer. The pages I have printed have been quick, clean, and easily visible. There are no random marks on pages where ink has leaked onto the page. The printer is not overly loud (it does have a silent mode, which will tone down the noise of the printer, if you need) which is a plus. Well done, Epson.

After using the Epson EcoTank ET-3850 for about a year, I’ve found it to be an incredibly solid and reliable printer for home use. Its build quality feels professional, almost like the larger printers I use at my office, but its compact size makes it perfect for home settings. When it comes to print quality, the EcoTank delivers great results for my needs. While I haven’t tested it with photographs, for everyday documents, cards, and similar tasks, it performs flawlessly. The text is crisp and clean, and even in eco mode—which I’ve used to save on ink—the quality remains high enough for my purposes. The ink system is where this printer really shines. Despite printing around 200 pages over the past year, I’m still running on the original fill of ink. That’s the beauty of the EcoTank system: the printer may come with a higher upfront cost, but the ink usage is incredibly efficient. I’ve found it to be very cost-effective, especially when compared to cheaper printers that end up draining expensive ink cartridges. As for usability, I’d say the setup process was simple enough. I’m not a fan of the extra suite software that comes with most printers, and I’ve avoided using it. However, the basic driver package gets the job done, and both the printing and scanning functions have worked perfectly for me without any issues. In summary, I’m very satisfied with the Epson EcoTank ET-3850. I can’t think of anything to improve, except maybe wishing it were a little cheaper or could do even more. But at the end of the day, it’s done everything I’ve asked of it at a price I felt was reasonable. Just remember the general rule with printers: buy a cheap printer, and you’ll pay for expensive ink. Spend a bit more on a quality printer, and you’ll save on ink costs in the long run.

As someone constantly navigating the demands of both work and personal projects, integrating the ET-3850 into my workflow has been a significant step towards enhancing efficiency and productivity. While it's not without its minor drawbacks, overall, it's proven to be a reliable and versatile tool that earns a solid four-star rating from me. Impressive Print Quality: One of the standout features of the ET-3850 is its impressive print quality. Whether I'm printing documents, presentations, or high-resolution images, the results are consistently sharp, vibrant, and professional-looking. The ability to produce borderless prints adds an extra level of versatility, allowing me to create a variety of materials for both personal and professional use. Cost-Efficient EcoTank System: The EcoTank system is a game-changer when it comes to printing cost-effectively. The large ink tanks hold a substantial amount of ink, significantly reducing the frequency of ink replacements compared to traditional cartridge-based printers. This not only saves money in the long run but also minimizes the hassle of constantly monitoring ink levels and rushing to replace cartridges. Versatile Connectivity Options: The ET-3850 offers a range of connectivity options to suit various needs and preferences. Whether I'm printing from my computer, smartphone, or tablet, I can easily connect to the printer via Wi-Fi or Ethernet. The Epson iPrint app provides convenient mobile printing capabilities, allowing me to print from virtually anywhere without being tied to my desktop. User-Friendly Interface: Navigating the printer's settings and features is a breeze thanks to its intuitive and user-friendly interface. The 2.4-inch color touchscreen display makes it easy to access and adjust settings, monitor print jobs, and troubleshoot any issues that may arise. Additionally, the setup process was relatively straightforward, requiring minimal time and effort to get the printer up and running. Minor Drawbacks: While the ET-3850 excels in many areas, there are a few minor drawbacks worth mentioning. The printer's footprint is relatively large, which may be a concern for those with limited desk space. Additionally, print speeds, while adequate for most day-to-day tasks, could be improved for larger print jobs or time-sensitive projects. In conclusion, the ET-3850 is a reliable and efficient printer that delivers impressive print quality, cost-effective operation, and versatile connectivity options. While it may have some minor drawbacks, such as its size and print speeds, its overall performance and functionality make it a valuable asset for both home and office use. If you're in the market for a versatile and reliable printer that can handle a variety of printing tasks with ease, the ET-3850 is definitely worth considering.

I've tried quite a few printers, but Epson has been my 'go-to' brand for years. This may be the best printer I've ever used. It connects in the standard way to your Mac / PC. But it's very easy to set it up via WiFi for wireless printing. There is an app (Epson Smart Panel) to download to your phone (iPhone or Android), which sets up the printer, including configuration of your home network. Using the app, you can print from Google Classroom and print photos from your phone, among other functions. Once printer setup is done, you add the ink, which the app steps you through. The system is well-designed for filling. The cartridges are well-marked, and the bottles can only be inserted one way (in one orientation). I thought filling would be messy, but the bottles have a valve on them, that only opens when inserted into the ink reservoir. There is no spillage whatsoever. The flip up lids on the ink reservoirs have gaskets that seat tightly, so you don't have to worry about ink drying up. The ink bottles, I expect, will last SO much longer, and they are so much cheaper. The days of printing everything in black and white, due to the price of ink, are definitely over!! VERY exciting! One of the best things? It's fast. Even double-sided and color prints. I use my printer wirelessly, and when I press 'Enter' to print, the job starts printing immediately, with little to no time lag. Printouts and pictures are crisp. This printer truly raises the bar. Again, it's really wonderful that I can print things in color without second-guessing if I need to, due to the price of ink. I have no negatives / 'Cons' about this product; it really is that good.

I’ve been using the Epson EcoTank ET-3850 and it has quickly become a trusted workhorse for both my home office and mobile setups. The long-lasting ink tanks are a major advantage, and refilling them with individual bottles is clean, simple, and far more practical than traditional cartridges. Connectivity is seamless across devices — PC, Mac, and smartphones all pair easily, making printing and scanning fast and convenient. Print quality is sharp, scanning is clear, and useful features like automatic duplex printing add real efficiency. For everything it offers, it’s not bulky at all, which has allowed me to take it to mobile offices with complete confidence. Overall, it’s a dependable, easy-to-use printer with excellent ink life, great versatility, and the kind of convenience that makes everyday tasks much easier. Thanks Epson!

I’ve owned this Epson EcoTank for over a year now, and I can honestly say it’s hands-down the best printer I’ve ever used — and I’ve owned more than eight printers in my lifetime. As a parent, I print constantly — school letters, permission slips, forms, projects, colorful classroom materials, and countless black-and-white pages. Despite that heavy use, it took me over a year before I even needed to refill the ink for the very first time. That’s unbelievable efficiency and value. The print quality is consistently sharp and vibrant, whether it’s text documents or full-color images. It’s quick, reliable, and never clogs or gives me the “printer headaches” I used to deal with from other brands. The EcoTank system is genius — clean, easy to refill, and incredibly cost-effective. After years of trying different printers for both home and creative work, this one stands out by far. It’s powerful, quiet, and designed for real-life families and creators who print a lot. If you’re looking for a printer that will actually last, save you money on ink, and handle everything from homework to photo projects beautifully — this is the one.

I bought this printer after a recommendation from a coworker about the ecotank line of printers. I had an Epson workforce 3650 before. No issues with it and I loved it, but preferred to try and save ink costs. My work requires a ton of printing. What a difference with this printer! I love the technology of it. Set-up was super easy with the app. I have not had any issues with the quality of the printing. It looks great. I had to print pictures earlier this week and those were nice quality as well. There is a way to set presets for the type of paper that you upload into the printer and it makes it faster than manually inputting each time. When I had the photos print on 4 x 6, glossy premium paper, it adjusted and turned out great! I’ve use the copy, scan, and print functions. My only issue has been with the ADF. Every time I try to use it it says there is a paper jam. I have a separate scanner, Epson 500W and I use that for scanning so the ADF isn’t a big deal for me but I’m definitely reaching out to Epson about it. I’ve only had it set up for about a week but so far, it’s a keeper.

My new printer makes great copies. Scanning pdf files are very easy, too. And it’s so good not to worry about running out of ink! The only problem I have encountered is when the printer shuts down, it won’t automatically turn on wirelessly when printing a new job, I need to turn it on manually.

Most all of what has been written has been pretty accurate. The phone app for WiFI hookup and installation was amazingly easy and well done. The unit at first is very noisy and was about to return it. Quiet mode was set on the printer. What I learned later is on the document to be printed had opened up the printer app and discovered another "quiet mode" there. Once that was set the printer did get considerably quiet. This unit replaced my 2006 Canon Pixma 870. Yes two head replacement later really struggled to buy a replacement. As you can see it has been very reliable. Now the down side. The paper tray only holds 8.5 X 11 paper and then not very well. The tray does not secure the paper on all sides just one. If legal paper is to be used the tray edge can be lowered and the paper laid in there. Guess that is how the footprint was reduced from the Pixma I had. The scanner platen cannot scan legal sized documents. Unless someone has a idea. The ADF may scan them but here is the down side. The ADF paper holder seems to fit only 8.5 X 11 paper. If a stack of legal paper is to be scanned they will fall back due to lack of support. It has a four inch overhang. When the document is scanned the paper holder again is too short. The legal paper will over hang by four inches. Over all it's an Okay unit but not for college or small business use if legal docs are also part of the owner's need for scanning and printing.

Easy to set up. Prints beautifully. You can definitely hear it running.

Average size foot print not small not big. Prints B/W and Color copies fast wireless.Fill bottles easy simple easy to fill tanks. Printed over 100 B/W office documents and 50 color invoices and ink tanks including initial charge only down 1 mark on gauge total of 4 marks on gauge window so I'm guessing 1 mark down would be still 3/4 full looks like long lasting ink supply with bottle fill tank system. Works with Chrome OS and not all printers do. Most functions commands work with keypad buttons picture screen is not really a touch pad control if your used to a touch screen controlling all functions. Wireless printing speed and response is excellent.

I first bought a refurbished one. It was defective. I returned it and they said there were no more available so I bought a new one. Then I saw online there were refurbished ones so I returned the new one and got a 2nd refurbished one. So far so good! I really like it by the time I set up the 3rd one it was a breeze. I like BB warranty, etc. They stand behind their products. I do recommend this printer.

I love this printer! It was very easy to sync with my desktop and my phone. Its smaller than my older printer and the ink is WAY less expensive, although it came with enough that I wont need anymore any time soon. Im a Realtor scanning contracts with lots of pages so I love that it can scan multiple pages. It was also very affordable for my home office.

After years of buying cartridges to keep cheap printers alive, even all-in-ones, I finally took the "Tank Plunge" with this Epson, which got the best CU scores I could find for under $300. Took me maybe 5 minutes to load up the ink tanks. Didn't spill a drop. Printer configured itself afterwards, this took about 10 minutes of rattling and moving around but I didn't do a thing. So far I've printed many photos with the unit, they print quickly and I still have about 75% of the ink I started with! I'm loving the picture quality. I've also used the scanner. Epson's app is not the best and 600DPI scans of photos take longer than they should in my opinion, that's why it got 4 stars instead of 5. Overall I am well satisfied and will never go away from "tanking up" again! Print with confidence!

Bought a little over 1 week ago. Setup was simple. Filling ink tanks was very easy. After downloading the printing program from Epson.com, I printed a 92 page, double-sided document (black ink only). Text was sharp and everything looked professional. Next up was an 8×10 photo. Colors were bright and quality was very good. This is not photo printer perfect, but still, very nice. Alot of reviews mention this printer is noisy, I didn't find it any noisier than your average printer. Overall, I like this printer and recommend it.

I bought this printer to replace a Brother B&W laser all-in-one (which was operating perfectly and was extremely economical) but was VERY large. That Brother printer replaced a Canon inkjet which was breaking the bank with the cost of the ink. I wanted the ability to print in color without paying a fortune in ink, and the Epson Ecotank seemed to be the solution. It was easy to set up, the print quality is very good, and it doesn't look like a mastodon sitting on my desk. I scan a lot of documents and some photos, and the quality of the resulting images is very good, but my only complaint is the scanner is INCREDIBLY SLOW! My Brother scanned images of similar quality, both B&W and color, in a fraction of the time. I've tried setting on different resolutions and all are SLOW! I guess this is something I'll just have to live with, but overall, this is a great printer. Although I haven't had it long enough to need to refill the ink, I think it'll be a money-saver. I also like the fact that this model prints two-sided, which is obviously a paper-saver. All the good points outweigh the one complaint I have.

Setup is simple, and the Eco Tanks are a relief from annoying cartridges. The printout quality is crisper, clearer, brighter than the Canon I had for 10 years. I love that Best Buy has trade-in--super convenient and helps with my 1 in, 1 out rule. I like that it's smaller than my other all-in-one, and does not have the useless fax feature. But its construction is flimsy plastic--the paper drawer, the auto feed tray, and the cover all feel fragile. That is likely the case with all today's home printers. Three functions I don't like: 1) the off power down is more involved than it needs to be (why can't it just be 1 button?); 2) scanning is not intuitive; and 3) the auto feed does not scan TO double sided, it can double side only printing--not fully functioning, IMO. Last, it's helpful that my family can print to this from their PCs, wirelessly, after downloading the apps. Yet, why does Epson need 3 different apps? Maybe I'm used to the Canon having one menu to print and scan from. With Epson, I need to open the scan app if I want to scan, or open the print app if I want to print. And it's confusing and unnecessary that there are 2 different scan apps that seem to do the same thing. I also notice it's louder & slower than my dinosaur Canon was. And it's overpriced. However, it works, does what I need, has good printouts (I print photos & recipes so this is important), and is lightweight.

Ive used HP printers forever but this printer is good. I rate it good because ive only had it for about a month. It was easy to set up. It connected to my wifi with ease. The quality of the print was really nice. Installing ink was easy. Its also a space saver. Its small but big but small.

I absolutely love this printer it was so easy to set up . Worked great with my tablet. I just love that there are no ink cartridges, an so easy to fill. Pictures an my patterns look absolutely beautiful. Thank you epson for no more cartridges...