Epson EcoTank ET-M2170 Mono InkJet Printer Review – Prints fast and cut the cost

Are you in search of a cost-efficient printer? The Epson EcoTank ET-M2170 Multi-function Mono InkJet Wireless Duplex A4 printer would be a good choice in that regard. It is one of the six EcoTank Monochrome printers introduced by Epson. The ET-M2170 is equipped with the cost-saving Duplex printing technology and integrated high capacity ink tank system resulting in optimal printing results. Its replacement ink bottle cost starts from just $24.99 and can print up to 6,000 pages and thus the printing cost comes to less than half a cent per page. This Multi-function Mono printer preferably suits the home and home office environments.

Structural Characteristics

The Epson ET-M2170 InkJet wireless printer comes in a compact design and contemporary style. It looks appealing and readily complements with other home accessories and fixtures. This duplex wireless printer weighs around 6.2kg making it easy to be lifted or shifted when required.

Key Features & Benefits

Interested in knowing more about the Epson EcoTank ET-M2170 Multi-function Mono InkJet wireless duplex A4 printer? Please read further for more information.

• Functions: the Epson ET-M2170 can print, copy and scan
• Printing volume: it prints up to 5,000 pages in black
• Paper trays: the ET-M2170 is built with a front paper tray with 250 sheets paper capacity
• Printing speed: the ET-M2170 printer prints B&W at 20ppm in simplex mode and 9 ppm in duplex mode
• Print resolution: this InkJet printer comes with a 1200 x 2400 resolution to ensure quality printing
• Low-cost ink replacement: the replacement ink bottle price starts from just $24.99
• Refillable ink tank: the ink tank features integrated high-capacity and is easy to refill using replacement ink bottles
• First-page-out time: is delivered in swift 6 seconds
• Paper sizes: the ET-M2170 uses the following types of paper and envelopes. Paper: A4, Letter, Legal, A6, A5, B5, B6, 8.5x13" and Envelopes: No10, DL, C6
• Duplex Printing: this A4 printer is available with automatic duplex printing to cut costs and save paper
• Paper input and output: this printer has 250-sheet input capacity and 100-sheet output capacity
• Dimensions: the ET-M2170 comes with quality 375mm (W) x 347mm (D) x 302mm (H) dimensions
• Control Panel: its 2.4" LCD control panel looks attractive and facilitates straightforward printer setup and easier print job status checks
• Connectivity: standard connectivity options are USB, Wi-Fi, and ethernet
• Smart printing: the ET-M2170 receives print jobs from iPad, iPhone, Android tablets, smartphones and is compatible with Email Printing, Remote Print Driver, Epson iPrint, AirPrint, Google Cloud Print and Wi-Fi Direct

Technical Performance

The Epson EcoTank ET-M2170 Multi-function Mono InkJet wireless duplex A4 printer uses technology in all possible ways to boost up its overall performance. It is available with smart printing options like Email Print, Remote Print Driver, Epson iPrint, Apple AirPrint, and Google Cloud Print. This InkJet printer is compatible with Wi-Fi Direct networking.

The Epson Connect feature allows you to send print jobs to ET-M2170 jobs from your iPad, iPhone, Android tablets, and smartphones.

This wireless printer is equipped with A4 Flatbed color image scanner for quality scanning of documents

The ET-M2170 is available with heat-free PrecisionCore technology. This technology takes the help of a revolutionary high-density print chip to produce up to 40 million precise dots per second at ideal speeds.

This duplex printer is furnished with an integrated high capacity ink tank system for continuous ink supply. Once the initial ink bottle is over, just use the replacement ink bottle for refilling and carry on with the printing. The ink bottles invigorated with the auto-stop technique are designed with a unique spout and inlet to avoid misfiling and stop automatically when the ink tank is filled.

Printer Ink Bottles

List of replacement ink bottles used

The Epson EcoTank ET-M2170 Multi-function Mono InkJet wireless duplex A4 printer comes with an integrated high capacity printer ink tank system. It uses a T532 - EcoTank - black ink bottle.

The Following are the salient features of the T532 replacement black ink bottle.

• Prints approx. up to 6,000 black pages
• Compared with ink cartridges, it saves up to 75 percent of printing cost
• Print per page costs less than half a cent
• Equipped with drip-free nozzle and resealable cap for leakage prevention and simplified refilling
• Features EcoFit for unfussy ink filling
• Ultra-high capacity ensures prolonged use
• Features a unique spout and inlet design. This design prevents misfiling and stops the ink flow automatically once the ink tank is full

Alternative Printer

Product comparison helps to understand better the features and specifications of an electronic device. It helps to make a correct evaluation and proper assessment of a chosen product. Here the features of the ET-M2170 and ET-M3170, both belonging to the Epson monochrome printer series are compared with. Both have several similarities in vital printer attributes like printing speed, printing technology, printing resolution, duplex printing, etc. But there are some minor variations between both.

While the ET-M2170 comes with the print, scan, and copy functions, the ET-M3170 features fax in addition to the aforementioned functions. The ET-M3170 has an Automatic Document Feeder but the same is absent in ET-M2170. The ET-M2170 weighs around 6.21kg whereas the ET-M3170 is a bit heavier at 7.26kg.

Price

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Inside the box

The following are found inside the carton

• Epson EcoTank ET-M2170 Multi-function Mono InkJet wireless duplex A4 printer
• User instruction manual
• CD-ROM for printer setup
• Power cord
• Initial T532 black ink bottle having 5,000 pages printing capacity

Pros

• Automatic duplex printing saves cost, energy and time
• Compact design and less weight
• Low cost per page
• 1-year bonus warranty
• Easier maintenance
• Lesser heat generation
• Low power consumption
• Flexible to be used from any spot of your home
• Can be shared with multiple PCs

Cons

• Absence of color printing
• The faxing function is not available
• Comes only with a single paper tray

Replacement Promise

We at Ink Depot offer a 12-month return to base warranty for the Epson EcoTank ET-M2170 Multi-function Mono InkJet wireless duplex A4 printer. The warranty period is upgraded to 24 months if you do online registration with Epson within 30 days of purchase.

Conclusion

Compact size, attractive features, integrated ink tank, automatic duplex printing capacity, impressive speed, quality resolution, additional bonus warranty, smart printing compatibility and most importantly, low-cost printing make the Epson EcoTank ET-M2170 Multi-function Mono InkJet wireless duplex A4 printer a viable option for your home and home office printing needs. Tempted to have this economical printer at home? Kindly contact us at your earliest convenience!