# Epson Expression Photo XP-8700

- Source: https://stierproducts.com/products/epson-expression-photo-xp-8700
- Category board: https://stierproducts.com/categories/photo-printers
- Placement: #6 of 16 in Photo Printers, C tier
- Brand: Epson
- LP on this board: 398
- Last researched: 2026-10-17T02:21:12.911Z
- Method: https://stierproducts.com/methodology
- Dataset: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.22062813 - every board at once, one dated snapshot per release, same licence, prices and photographs left out
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## Verdict

A capable current model with no long-term record yet, and it is overshadowed by its own XP-8800 sibling.

## For

- Current-generation model in Epson's home photo line with strong pedigree
- Balanced mix of speed, quality and affordability
- Best all-in-one for enthusiasts
- Solid build

## Against

- No long-term data behind it yet

## Evidence

Consolidated from 18 cited sources across 12 outlets

| Outlet | Said by | Stance | Link | Link status |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Redrivercatalog | - | B | https://www.redrivercatalog.com/profiles/color-profiles-for-the-epson-xp-8700.html?srsltid=AfmBOorLxWgUzkSMi4vwcZk5Q_KxhBiyUrHP0eGID2QXqKUN3UE0SKHn | fetched and confirmed |
| PrintersMag UK | PrintersMag UK | C | https://printersmag.co.uk/canon-pixma-ts8350a-vs-epson-expression-photo-xp-8700 | fetched and confirmed |
| PhotoWorkout | photoworkout.com | B | https://www.photoworkout.com/best-inkjet-printers-photos/ | fetched and confirmed |
| TO Reviews | TO Reviews | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDva1KgheWg | fetched and confirmed |
| Vinnel TV | Vinnel TV | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3f0pHuX2scU | fetched and confirmed |
| Vinnel TV | Vinnel TV | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36g72juEues | fetched and confirmed |
| UK Pro Reviewer | UK Pro Reviewer | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5AJLMp48_M | fetched and confirmed |
| Vinnel TV | Vinnel TV | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ZoVFxX-ZF8 | fetched and confirmed |
| Vinnel TV | Vinnel TV | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PqoJGQB0498 | fetched and confirmed |
| Vinnel TV | Vinnel TV | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bN0xHnveSYg | fetched and confirmed |
| Vinnel TV | Vinnel TV | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fjWJ0CykbEs | fetched and confirmed |
| Vinnel TV | Vinnel TV | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYCCixf7iuA | fetched and confirmed |
| Radio Times | Thomas Newton | B | https://www.radiotimes.com/technology/technology-guides/best-budget-printers/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Box | box.co.uk | B | https://box.co.uk/blog/best-budget-home-printers | fetched and confirmed |
| Criticaster | PCMag | C | https://www.criticaster.com/photo-printers/epson-expression-photo-xp-8700-wireless-inkjet-multifunction-printer | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Odyssey Pro | Tech Odyssey Pro | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jVRkBxs22Cw | fetched and confirmed |
| Gadget droid | Gadget droid | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tTAW8DCTLYo | fetched and confirmed |
| Top Tech ChoiX | Top Tech ChoiX | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4wv6QOPFgA | fetched and confirmed |

## Nearest alternatives on this board

| Rank | Product | Tier | Page |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | Epson SureColor P700 | S | https://stierproducts.com/products/epson-surecolor-p700 |
| 2 | Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-310 | S | https://stierproducts.com/products/canon-imageprograf-pro-310 |
| 3 | Canon PIXMA PRO-200S | A | https://stierproducts.com/products/canon-pixma-pro-200s |
| 4 | Epson Expression Photo XP-8800 | A | https://stierproducts.com/products/epson-expression-photo-xp-8800 |
| 5 | Canon PIXMA G620 | B | https://stierproducts.com/products/canon-pixma-g620 |
| 7 | Epson EcoTank ET-5850 | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/epson-ecotank-et-5850-photo-printers |
| 8 | Epson EcoTank ET-2980 | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/epson-ecotank-et-2980-photo-printers |
| 9 | Canon PIXMA G650 | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/canon-pixma-g650 |
| 10 | Epson XP-15000 | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/epson-xp-15000 |
| 11 | Canon SELPHY CP1500 | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/canon-selphy-cp1500 |

The full board is at https://stierproducts.com/categories/photo-printers.

## What this tier means

- C: Fair. Acceptable in the right situation, outclassed at its price.

## How to read this

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## Image

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