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Epson ET-5850 EcoTank Pro Wireless All-in-One Printer

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Epson ET-5850 EcoTank Pro Wireless All-in-One Printer

Name: Epson ET-5850 EcoTank Pro Wireless All-in-One Printer
Brand: Epson
SKU: C11CJ29201-N

★★★★★4.1 (624 reviews)

Print at just 2 cents per color page with the Epson ET-5850 EcoTank Pro cartridge-free all-in-one wireless printer.

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Overview

The Epson EcoTank Pro ET-5850 is designed for users who need reliable, high-volume printing at a fraction of the typical ink cost. Instead of expensive cartridges, the ET-5850 uses a supersized ink tank system that you refill from affordable ink bottles, bringing the cost down to roughly 2 cents per color page. Powered by Epson's PrecisionCore Heat-Free Technology, the printer delivers sharp, professional-quality output at speeds up to 25 ISO pages per minute in both black and color — performance that rivals many laser printers while maintaining the versatility of inkjet for occasional color and borderless printing up to 8.5" x 14".

As a full all-in-one, the ET-5850 handles printing, copying, scanning, and faxing with automatic two-sided capability across all functions. A generous 500-sheet front paper tray plus a rear specialty-paper feed means less time loading paper during busy print runs. The 4.3-inch color touchscreen makes it easy to navigate settings and initiate jobs directly at the printer, while wireless, Ethernet, and voice-activated printing options provide flexible connectivity for multi-device offices. Epson's DURABrite pigment-based ink produces water-resistant and smudge-resistant output, making it particularly well-suited for business documents, invoices, and reports that need to look professional and withstand handling.

Specifications

Brand

Epson

Model

ET-5850 (C11CJ29201-N)

Condition

Renewed

Printer Type

All-in-One (Print, Copy, Scan, Fax)

Printing Technology

PrecisionCore Heat-Free Technology

Print Speed

Up to 25 ISO ppm (Black and Color)

Ink Type

Epson DURABrite Pigment-Based Ink

Ink System

EcoTank (Refillable Ink Tanks)

Cost Per Color Page

Approximately 2 cents

Borderless Printing

Up to 8.5" x 14"

Paper Capacity

500-Sheet Front Tray, Rear Specialty Feed

Duplex

Auto 2-Sided Print, Copy, Scan, Fax

Display

4.3" Color Touchscreen

Connectivity

Wireless, Ethernet

Voice Printing

Supported

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

Dramatically lower ink costs at approximately 2 cents per color page compared to traditional cartridge printers
PrecisionCore Heat-Free Technology produces print-shop-quality output while reducing energy consumption
500-sheet front paper tray minimizes refill interruptions for high-volume printing
Full all-in-one functionality with auto duplex print, copy, scan, and fax
4.3-inch color touchscreen provides intuitive control without relying on a connected computer

👎 Cons

Higher upfront purchase price compared to cartridge-based all-in-one printers in the same class
Ink tank refilling requires more care than swapping cartridges, with potential for spills during the process
Pigment-based DURABrite ink is optimized for documents rather than glossy photo printing
Large footprint needed to accommodate the ink tank system and 500-sheet tray
This is a renewed (refurbished) unit, which may not include the same ink supply as a new model

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Epson ET-5850 EcoTank system work instead of traditional ink cartridges?

The ET-5850 uses refillable ink tanks that you fill from low-cost ink bottles rather than replacing cartridges. This eliminates cartridge waste and reduces printing costs by up to 80% compared to cartridge-based printers.

What is the print speed of the Epson ET-5850?

The ET-5850 prints at up to 25 ISO pages per minute in both black and color, which is notably fast for an ink tank printer and competitive with many laser printers.

Does the ET-5850 support automatic two-sided printing?

Yes, the ET-5850 features automatic duplex printing as well as auto two-sided copying, scanning, and faxing.

How large is the paper tray on the ET-5850?

The ET-5850 has a 500-sheet front paper tray plus a rear specialty-paper feed, reducing the need for frequent paper refills in busy office environments.

What type of ink does the Epson ET-5850 use?

The ET-5850 uses Epson DURABrite pigment-based ink, which is water-resistant, smudge-resistant, and produces sharp text and vibrant color output on plain paper.