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Epson EcoTank ET-2870

Ink tank, Colour
Price in EUR including VAT
180Ratings
BrandMore from Epson
Test reportsGood based on 3 tests
Delivered between Tue, 18/8 and Thu, 20/8
More than 10 pieces in stock at supplier
free shipping

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Product details

The Epson EcoTank ET-2870 is a versatile multifunction printer that stands out with its inkjet technology and color printing capabilities. With a maximum print resolution of 5760 x 1440 DPI and a print speed of up to 15 pages per minute in color, it offers high print quality and efficiency. The printer supports both color copies and color scans, featuring an optical scan resolution of 1200 x 2400 DPI. Thanks to the integrated high-capacity ink tanks that can be easily refilled, the costs and hassle of replacing cartridges are eliminated.

Highlights:

  • Supports borderless printing and photo printing for versatile printing options
  • Network-capable via Wi-Fi and offers flexible connectivity features such as AirPrint and Epson Connect
  • 3.5 cm diagonal color display for easy operation and control.

Epson warranty extension

You can extend your warranty for this product to 3 years free of charge from Epson within 30 days of purchase. You can find the registration and conditions at: https://www.epson.eu/en_EU/extended-warranty

Key specifications

Printer functions
Borderless printing, Copy function
Mobile printing
Android print function, Apple AirPrint
Printing resolution
5760 x 1440 dpi
Paper format
A4, A5, A6, B5, C6
Connectivity
USB, Wi-Fi Direct, WLAN

General information

Item number
40893676
Manufacturer
Epson
Category
Printer
Manufacturer No.
C11CJ66421
Release date
6/3/2024

Colour

Colour
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Printer properties

Printer type
Multifunctional printer
Printing technology
Ink tank
Printer functions
Borderless printing, Copy function
Mobile printing
Android print function, Apple AirPrint
Printer application range
Home
Printout
Colour
Printing resolution
5760 x 1440 dpi
Max. print area
210 x 297 mm
Print speed (mono)
33 PPM
Printing speed (ISO monochrome)
10 PPM
Printing speed (colour)
15 PPM
Printing speed (ISO color)
5 PPM
First page out time
10 s
Printer language
JPEG, PDF, TIFF

Supported paper sizes

Paper format
A4, A5, A6, B5, C6

Paper handling

Paper tray type
Paper tray
Number of paper trays
1
Paper capacity (total)
100x
1. paper tray capacity
100x
Paper density range
64 - 300 g/m²

Document feeder (ADF)

Paper format
10 x 15 cm, 13 x 20 cm, 9 x 13 cm

Copy

Optical resolution
1200 x 2400 dpi
First page out time
10 s

Scanner properties

Optical resolution
1200 x 2400 dpi
Scanner sensor type
CIS

Scanner functions

Scan to
JPEG, PDF, TIFF

Connectivity

Connectivity
USB, Wi-Fi Direct, WLAN
Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi 4 / 802.11n

Operating system compatibility

Operating system compatibility
Mac OS, Windows

Display properties

Display size (inches)
6.86 cm
Image resolution
5760 x 1440 pixels

Power supply

Power supply
Electrical connection

Power

Power
12 W
Power consumption
4.50 W
Power consumption (standby)
4.50 W

Origin

Country of origin
China

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
RE100, SBTi

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂ emissions
101,95 kg
Climate contribution
EUR 2,60

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Black ink, Ink coloured, Power cord

Product dimensions

Length
34.70 cm
Width
37.50 cm
Height
17.90 cm
Weight
4.10 kg

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Product Safety

Package dimensions

Length
44 cm
Width
40.50 cm
Height
25 cm
Weight
6.04 kg

14-day cancellation right
30-day right of return
24 Months statutory warranty
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Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Printer» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 6.Kyocera
    2,1 %
  • 7.HP
    2,2 %
  • 8.Epson
    2,3 %
  • 9.Kodak
    2,7 %
  • 9.Lexmark
    2,7 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 6.Brother
    4 days
  • 6.Canon
    4 days
  • 8.Epson
    6 days
  • 8.HP
    6 days
  • 8.Xerox
    6 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Printer» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 4.Brother
    2 %
  • 4.Canon
    2 %
  • 6.Epson
    2,1 %
  • 6.Ricoh
    2,1 %
  • 8.HP
    2,4 %
Source: Galaxus

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Overall ratingGood75/100
Good79/100
Computer Bild Logo
Computer BildSingle testReleaseAugust 2026
  • PositiveExtremely low printing costs
  • PositiveGood print quality
  • Positivelow electricity costs
  • NegativeWhen printing aloud
  • Negativeprinting processes that are sometimes slow
  • NegativeSmall output tray

The Epson EcoTank ET-2870 is a true savings professional. Its extremely low printing costs, high range, and good photo quality make it particularly attractive for frequent printers. This is offset by a leisurely working pace, simple features, and minor everyday weaknesses. A cheaper alternative is the HP SmartTank 5105 (Grade 2.0; 139 Euros).

Good70/100
PC Welt Online Logo
PC Welt OnlineSingle testReleaseNovember 2025
  • PositiveInexpensive to purchase
  • PositiveCompact design
  • PositiveSuper low cost per page
  • PositiveReal off switch
  • NegativeSlow operation
  • NegativeBorderless printing for 10x15 centimetres only
Good76/100
Ranking 8 out of 35Stiftung WarentestLaserdrucker im TestReleaseOctober 2024

Anyone looking for a printer for the home quickly realises that the price range is huge. The printers tested by Stiftung Warentest range from under 100 to over 1,000 euros. The differences in quality are just as great: while many good printers tested impress with razor-sharp text or brilliant photo prints, others disappoint with blurred, streaky print images, poor contrast or colour errors...