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Epson ET-16650 — EcoTank wide-format · 2021
Epson

Epson ET-16650

EcoTank wide-format · 2021

86
/ 100
From $1,199
VS
Epson SureColor F170 — Dye-sub · 2021
Epson

Epson SureColor F170

Dye-sub · 2021

86
/ 100
From $699
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Epson ET-16650 lands at 86 and Epson SureColor F170 at 86. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Epson ET-16650 if…

  • ✓Wireless printing (most)
  • ✓Current-gen firmware
  • ✓Mature driver support

Pick Epson SureColor F170 if…

  • ✓Wireless printing (most)
  • ✓Current-gen firmware
  • ✓Mature driver support
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Quality

Tie

Compared on the quality sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Reliability

Tie

Compared on the reliability sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Speed

Tie

Compared on the speed sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Epson SureColor F170

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Epson SureColor F170 more score per dollar ($699 vs $1,199).

Epson ET-16650 86
vs
86 Epson SureColor F170

Score breakdown

Epson ET-16650
86
speed 82
quality 86
cost 80
reliability 84
Epson SureColor F170
86
speed 82
quality 86
cost 80
reliability 84

Specs side-by-side

Epson ET-16650 versus Epson SureColor F170 — full spec comparison
Spec Epson ET-16650 Epson SureColor F170
Type
EcoTank wide-format
Dye-sub
Release year
2021
2021

Epson ET-16650

Pros
  • +Wireless printing (most)
  • +Current-gen firmware
  • +Mature driver support
Cons
  • −Ink/toner subscriptions (HP)
  • −Noisy under heavy loads
  • −Paper path varies

Epson SureColor F170

Pros
  • +Wireless printing (most)
  • +Current-gen firmware
  • +Mature driver support
Cons
  • −Ink/toner subscriptions (HP)
  • −Noisy under heavy loads
  • −Paper path varies

FAQ: Epson ET-16650 vs Epson SureColor F170

Which is better, Epson ET-16650 or Epson SureColor F170? +

Both score 86 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Epson ET-16650 worth the price? +

At $1,199, Epson ET-16650 delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in quality.

Is Epson SureColor F170 worth the price? +

At $699, Epson SureColor F170 delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in quality.

Does Epson ET-16650 or Epson SureColor F170 last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, Epson ET-16650 or Epson SureColor F170? +

Epson SureColor F170 — more score per dollar ($699 vs $1,199). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.