Epson

Epson EcoTank Pro ET-5850

Ranked #12 in Photo Printers

236 LP on the category ladder what's LP?

A well-built office machine that is simply the wrong tool for photo printing despite its best-inkjet crown.

Consolidated from 9 cited sources across 8 outlets

Where the cited sources landed, as we read them

8 positive sources
1 mixed source

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Flagged as a product to avoid

3 of 8 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick.

An office-oriented all-in-one with ink tuned for documents rather than gallery-grade photos, making it the wrong tool for photo printing despite its office reliability.
Flagged 17 October 2026

An office-oriented all-in-one with ink tuned for documents rather than gallery-grade photos, making it the wrong tool for photo printing despite its office reliability.
Flagged 17 October 2026
A document-first office all-in-one, not a dedicated photo printer, that photo buyers keep cross-shopping by mistake on the strength of a general ranking; the ET-8500 delivers excellent photos in the same supertank format.
Flagged 17 October 2026
Designed as a small-office document printer, not a photo printer; it uses the wrong ink set and paper path for photo work despite RTINGS' award.
Flagged 17 October 2026

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Pros & cons

✓ Reliable office ownership
✓ Best inkjet printer per RTINGS
✓ Long-lasting cartridge system
✓ Low running cost
✓ Solid support history

✗ Designed for documents not photos
✗ Out of scope for photo category
✗ Document-first office machine, not a dedicated photo printer
✗ Its photo output is not why anyone ranks it
✗ Optimized for document output, not photo quality

The sources behind this ranking

We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found.

Evidence 7 articles and 2 video reviews

8 positive sources

Pcmag Article

For offices that need to print, scan, copy, and fax at up to legal size, the Epson EcoTank Pro ET-5850 is hard to beat. It delivered suitably fast performance and high-quality output on our tests, and its cost per page is well within the low-cost range expected for a tank-based inkjet AIO, at just 2 cents for standard mono text and color pages. It also offers robust paper handling both for printing—with auto-duplexing, two 250-sheet drawers, and a 50-sheet rear tray—and for scanning, thanks to a 50-sheet automatic document feeder (ADF) that offers single-pass auto-duplexing.

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So, who is this printer for? I'd say it's perfect for small businesses, home offices, or anyone who prints a lot. If you're tired of the hassle and expense of constantly replacing ink cartridges, the Epson EcoTank Pro ET-5850 is worth considering. It's a powerful, versatile, and cost-effective printing solution that will make your life much easier

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PCMag UK Article · Jun 2026

For offices that need to print, scan, copy, and fax at up to legal size, the Epson EcoTank Pro ET-5850 is hard to beat. It delivered suitably fast performance and high-quality output on our tests, and its cost per page is well within the low-cost range expected for a tank-based inkjet AIO, at just 2 cents for standard mono text and color pages. It also offers robust paper handling both for printing—with auto-duplexing, two 250-sheet drawers, and a 50-sheet rear tray—and for scanning, thanks to a 50-sheet automatic document feeder (ADF) that offers single-pass auto-duplexing.

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Gadget droid Gadget droid · 1.4K subscribers · Jul 2026

The Epson Et 5850 boasts an impressive array of features, including high-quality printing, scanning, and copying capabilities. Its compact design and user-friendly interface make it an excellent choice for home offices and small businesses. With its advanced technology and eco-friendly design, this printer is sure to meet the needs of anyone looking for a reliable and efficient printing solution

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Milaaj Milaaj · reviewer · Aug 2026

The Epson EcoTank Pro ET-5850 solves these challenges. Featuring Epson’s refillable Supertank ink system, PrecisionCore Heat-Free technology, dual paper trays, and rapid print speeds, it balances professional performance with exceptionally low operating costs.

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Ferax contato.ferax · reviewer

Executive Summary: The Epson EcoTank Pro ET-5850 is a high-performance, business-class supertank all-in-one printer explicitly designed to replace traditional color laser printers in small-to-medium offices.

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Tom's Guide Article

I recommend the Epson EcoTank Pro ET-5850 as the best all-in-one for business because it combines impressively low ink costs with a device capable of handling more than 3,000 pages per month.

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Yahoo Tech Tom Brant · reviewer · Aug 2026

The Epson EcoTank Pro ET-5850 is our top recommendation for high-volume printing in an AIO model, but each of the others is excellent in its own way.

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1 mixed source

Ferax contato.ferax · reviewer

Final Verdict: Is the ET-5850 a Strong Long-Term Printer? Yes — if your office actually prints enough to justify it. The Epson ET-5850 is a strong long-term printer for business documents, high-volume office use, shared workstations and users who value low ink bottle cost, fast output, ADF workflow, duplex features and Ethernet stability.

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Frequently asked questions

It ranks #12 of 16 on our photo printers tier list, in D tier. That placement draws on 9 cited sources across 8 outlets.

None of the 9 sources with a clear view is critical of it. Designed for documents not photos. Out of scope for photo category. Document-first office machine, not a dedicated photo printer. Its photo output is not why anyone ranks it. Optimized for document output, not photo quality.