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Epson EcoTank ET-2850 — Inkjet · Refillable tanks · AIO
Epson

Epson EcoTank ET-2850

Inkjet · Refillable tanks · AIO

86
/ 100
From $299
VS
Epson EcoTank ET-2850 wins by 1
Canon PIXMA G7020 MegaTank — Color inkjet · refillable tanks · AIO
Canon

Canon PIXMA G7020 MegaTank

Color inkjet · refillable tanks · AIO

85
/ 100
From $449
Specdex verdict

Epson EcoTank ET-2850 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Epson EcoTank ET-2850 lands at 86 and Canon PIXMA G7020 MegaTank at 85. That puts Epson EcoTank ET-2850 ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Epson EcoTank ET-2850 if…

  • ✓Ink tanks last ~2 years
  • ✓Low per-page cost
  • ✓Wi-Fi and duplex

Pick Canon PIXMA G7020 MegaTank if…

  • ✓Ink tanks last years
  • ✓All-in-one (scan, copy, fax)
  • ✓Great cost per photo
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Cost

Epson EcoTank ET-2850

Compared on the cost sub-score

Epson EcoTank ET-2850 leads on cost (96 vs 94).

Quality

Tie

Compared on the quality sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Reliability

Tie

Compared on the reliability sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Epson EcoTank ET-2850

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Epson EcoTank ET-2850 more score per dollar ($299 vs $449).

Epson EcoTank ET-2850 86
vs
85 Canon PIXMA G7020 MegaTank

Score breakdown

Epson EcoTank ET-2850
86
speed 76
quality 90
cost 96
reliability 84
Canon PIXMA G7020 MegaTank
85
speed 78
quality 90
cost 94
reliability 84

Specs side-by-side

Epson EcoTank ET-2850 versus Canon PIXMA G7020 MegaTank — full spec comparison
Spec Epson EcoTank ET-2850 Canon PIXMA G7020 MegaTank
Type
EcoTank inkjet
Inkjet MegaTank
Speed
10.5 ipm mono / 5 ipm color
13 ipm mono / 6.8 ipm color
Connectivity
Wi-Fi, USB
Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet

Epson EcoTank ET-2850

Pros
  • +Ink tanks last ~2 years
  • +Low per-page cost
  • +Wi-Fi and duplex
Cons
  • −Initial ink setup messy
  • −Slower than laser
  • −Auto duplex in color only

Canon PIXMA G7020 MegaTank

Pros
  • +Ink tanks last years
  • +All-in-one (scan, copy, fax)
  • +Great cost per photo
Cons
  • −Slow to print
  • −Setup pouring ink is messy
  • −Aging connectivity stack

FAQ: Epson EcoTank ET-2850 vs Canon PIXMA G7020 MegaTank

Which is better, Epson EcoTank ET-2850 or Canon PIXMA G7020 MegaTank? +

Epson EcoTank ET-2850 scores 86 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Epson EcoTank ET-2850 worth the price? +

At $299, Epson EcoTank ET-2850 delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in cost.

Is Canon PIXMA G7020 MegaTank worth the price? +

At $449, Canon PIXMA G7020 MegaTank delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in cost.

Does Epson EcoTank ET-2850 or Canon PIXMA G7020 MegaTank last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for cost, Epson EcoTank ET-2850 or Canon PIXMA G7020 MegaTank? +

Epson EcoTank ET-2850 — leads on cost (96 vs 94). Compared on the cost sub-score.

Which is the better value, Epson EcoTank ET-2850 or Canon PIXMA G7020 MegaTank? +

Epson EcoTank ET-2850 — more score per dollar ($299 vs $449). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.