Epson
Epson SureColor F170
Dye-sub · 2021
86
/ 100
From $699
VS
Epson
Epson EcoTank ET-2850
EcoTank inkjet AIO
86
/ 100
From $299
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Epson SureColor F170 lands at 86 and Epson EcoTank ET-2850 at 86. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Epson SureColor F170 if…
- ✓Wireless printing (most)
- ✓Current-gen firmware
- ✓Mature driver support
Pick Epson EcoTank ET-2850 if…
- ✓Wireless printing
- ✓AirPrint/Mopria compatible
- ✓Good first-page-out time (laser models)
Epson SureColor F170 86
vs 86 Epson EcoTank ET-2850
Score breakdown
Epson SureColor F170
86 speed 82
quality 86
cost 80
reliability 84
Epson EcoTank ET-2850
86 speed 82
quality 86
cost 82
reliability 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Epson SureColor F170 | Epson EcoTank ET-2850 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Dye-sub | EcoTank inkjet AIO |
| Release year | 2021 | — |
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
Epson EcoTank ET-2850
Pros
- +Wireless printing
- +AirPrint/Mopria compatible
- +Good first-page-out time (laser models)
Cons
- −Ink subscription lock-in (HP)
- −Drum/toner replacement cost
- −Slow photo print on some inkjets
FAQ: Epson SureColor F170 vs Epson EcoTank ET-2850
Which is better, Epson SureColor F170 or Epson EcoTank ET-2850? +
Both score 86 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Epson SureColor F170 worth the price? +
At $699, Epson SureColor F170 delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in quality.
Is Epson EcoTank ET-2850 worth the price? +
At $299, Epson EcoTank ET-2850 delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in quality.
Does Epson SureColor F170 or Epson EcoTank ET-2850 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.