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Epson Ecotank ET-2864 specifications and in-depth review

Epson Ecotank ET-2864

Manufacturer: Epson

The Epson Ecotank ET-2864 is a compact multifunction inkjet printer designed for home and small office use, handling print, scan, and copy tasks from a single unit. It supports duplex printing, allowing automatic two-sided output, and connects wirelessly via Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, AirPrint, and Mopria, covering a broad range of devices and platforms. The printer weighs 3900 g and fits within a footprint of 375 x 347 mm with a height of 179 mm.

On the print side, the ET-2864 reaches a resolution of 5760 x 1440 dpi for color output, with a black print speed of 10 ppm and 5 ppm in color. The flatbed scanner delivers an optical resolution of 1200 x 2400 dpi and supports scan-to-PDF. The 100-sheet input tray feeds a single paper path, and the output tray holds up to 30 sheets. Borderless printing is supported, and the printer connects via one USB port in addition to its wireless options. It does not include Ethernet, Bluetooth, an ADF, or NFC connectivity.

Pros
  • Supports duplex printing, allowing automatic two-sided output without manual page flipping
  • Wireless connectivity covers Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, AirPrint, and Mopria, making it usable from a broad range of devices
  • Borderless printing is available for edge-to-edge output
  • The flatbed scanner reaches an optical resolution of 1200 x 2400 dpi and can save directly to PDF
  • A 100-sheet input tray reduces how often paper needs to be reloaded during regular use
Cons
  • No automatic document feeder means multi-page documents must be placed on the flatbed one sheet at a time
  • Duplex scanning is not supported, so two-sided originals require manual intervention to scan both sides
  • The output tray holds only 30 sheets, which may require frequent clearing during longer print jobs
  • No Ethernet port limits wired network connectivity options
  • Lacks a touch screen and page preview screen, which can make navigation and setup less convenient
  • No OCR support means scanned documents cannot be converted to editable text directly from the device
Who is this for?

This printer suits home users and small offices that need a versatile all-in-one device for everyday print, scan, and copy tasks without a complex setup. The combination of Wi-Fi, AirPrint, and Mopria support makes it a practical fit for households with mixed devices — smartphones, tablets, and laptops alike. Users who occasionally print photos or documents edge-to-edge will also benefit from borderless printing, and the duplex printing capability is well suited to anyone looking to reduce paper use during routine document printing.

Who is this NOT for?

This printer is not a good match for office environments that handle high document volumes, as the 30-sheet output tray and single 100-sheet input tray create frequent intervention points during longer runs. Users who regularly scan multi-page documents will find the absence of an automatic document feeder and duplex scanning a significant limitation, requiring manual page-by-page placement on the flatbed. It is also unsuitable for workflows that depend on wired network infrastructure, since there is no Ethernet port, or for those who need to convert scanned documents into editable text, given the lack of built-in OCR.

General info:

printer functions Print, Scan, Copy
feeder tray capacity 100 sheets
output tray capacity 30
Has an Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) ✕
number of input trays 1
volume 23292.375 cm³
height 179 mm
thickness 347 mm
width 375 mm
Is a flatbed scanner ✓
Has a multi-feed detection ✕
weight 3900 g

The Epson Ecotank ET-2864 covers three core functions — print, scan, and copy — within a single unit measuring 375 mm wide, 347 mm deep, and 179 mm tall, giving it a total volume of 23292.375 cm³ and a weight of 3900 g. It features a flatbed scanner and a single input tray with a capacity of 100 sheets, while the output tray holds up to 30 sheets at a time. The printer does not include an automatic document feeder or ultrasonic multi-feed detection, so document handling relies entirely on the flatbed and the single paper path.

Print quality:

Can print in color ✓
Can print duplex ✓
print resolution 5760 x 1440 dpi
black print speed 10 ppm
Is a laser printer ✕
print speed color 5 ppm
1st copy out time - black 10 seconds
1st copy out time - color 16 seconds
Has adjustable copy density ✕

The ET-2864 is an inkjet printer — not a laser printer — capable of both color and black-and-white output, with a print resolution of 5760 x 1440 dpi. It prints black pages at 10 ppm and color pages at 5 ppm, and supports duplex printing for automatic two-sided output. The first copy out time is 10 seconds for black and 16 seconds for color, and the printer does not offer adjustable copy density.

Scan quality:

scans documents to PDF ✓
Has an Auto Scan Mode ✕
optical scan resolution 1200 x 2400 dpi
Has a duplex scanning feature ✕

The ET-2864 flatbed scanner delivers an optical resolution of 1200 x 2400 dpi and supports scanning directly to PDF. However, it does not include an auto scan mode or duplex scanning, meaning two-sided documents would need to be scanned one side at a time manually.

Connectivity:

supports Wi-Fi ✓
supports AirPrint ✓
supports Wi-Fi Direct printing ✓
supports Mopria ✓
has an external memory slot ✕
Has Bluetooth ✕
supports Ethernet ✕
works with Alexa ✕
compatible with Google Assistant ✕
USB ports 1
has NFC ✕

The ET-2864 offers a solid range of wireless connectivity options, including Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, AirPrint, and Mopria, covering printing from a wide variety of devices without requiring a shared network. A single USB port is also available for direct wired connections. On the other hand, the printer does not support Ethernet, Bluetooth, or NFC, and there is no external memory slot. It is also not compatible with Alexa or Google Assistant.

Features:

has borderless printing ✓
has a touch screen ✕
Has a dedicated smartphone app ✕
Has an Optical Character Recognition (OCR) ✕
Has a page preview screen ✕
Has a Skip Blank Page function ✕
Can synchronize your documents with a USB drive ✕
Has an answering machine ✕

Among the ET-2864's features, borderless printing is the one supported capability in this section, allowing output without white margins. The printer does not include a touch screen, a page preview screen, or a skip blank page function. There is no built-in OCR, no USB document synchronization, and no fax or answering machine functionality. A dedicated smartphone app is also absent.

Final Verdict

The Epson Ecotank ET-2864 is a capable all-in-one inkjet printer that covers the essentials for home and light office use, bringing together print, scan, and copy functionality in a compact form. Its broad wireless connectivity — including Wi-Fi, AirPrint, Wi-Fi Direct, and Mopria — makes it genuinely versatile across different devices, and the combination of duplex printing and borderless output adds practical value for everyday tasks. That said, the printer's limited output tray capacity, absence of an ADF, and lack of duplex scanning mean it is best suited to lower-volume, less document-intensive environments. For users whose needs align with those boundaries, the ET-2864 delivers a well-rounded feature set within a modest physical footprint.

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