Best Sublimation Home Printers

We’ve been testing the Epson EcoTank ET-2800 for a few weeks now, and we’re impressed with its performance. The ink tanks are a game-changer. We’ve printed hundreds of pages, and the ink levels have barely budged. It’s a relief not to worry about running out of ink mid-project.

The print quality is top-notch. Text is crisp and clear, while photos come out vibrant and detailed. We especially like how it handles different paper types. From regular copy paper to glossy photo paper, the ET-2800 delivers consistent results.

One downside we noticed is the lack of auto-duplex printing. We have to flip pages manually for double-sided prints, which can be a pain for big jobs. The print speed is also a bit slower than some other printers we’ve tried. But for most home users, we don’t think this will be a big issue.

We tried out the Brother SP-1 sublimation printer and found it to be a user-friendly option for those new to sublimation printing. The setup was pretty simple, thanks to the Artspira app. We liked how we could quickly import designs and start printing without much fuss.

The printer’s speed impressed us. We were able to churn out multiple designs in no time. Its compact size is also a big plus. We easily tucked it away in our craft corner without taking up too much space.

One thing to note is that you’re limited to designs from the Artspira app. While there are over 100 options, some users might want more freedom. You’ll also need to buy a separate heat press to transfer your prints. We noticed that some colors printed a bit light, but adjusting settings helped. All in all, we think it’s a good starter printer for DIY enthusiasts.

We recently tested the Epson EcoTank ET-2803, and we’re impressed by its cartridge-free design. The large ink tanks are a breeze to refill, and we love not having to worry about running out of ink often. We printed hundreds of pages and barely made a dent in the ink levels.

The print quality surprised us. Text looks sharp, and photos come out vivid and detailed. We printed family pictures and school reports with great results. The built-in scanner works well too, making it easy to copy documents or save images to our computer.

While it costs more upfront than some printers, we think the ET-2803 is worth it for families who print a lot. The ink savings add up fast. We calculated that each set of ink bottles equals about 80 cartridges. That’s a lot less waste and trips to the store. The wireless printing from our phones and tablets is handy, though we wish it had automatic two-sided printing.

We’ve been testing the Epson EcoTank ET-15000 for a few weeks now, and we’re impressed with its ink efficiency. The large refillable tanks hold enough ink to print thousands of pages before needing a refill. This saves a ton of money compared to traditional cartridge printers.

Print quality is quite good for both text and photos. We noticed sharp, clear text even at small font sizes. Color photos came out vibrant and true-to-life on glossy paper. The ability to print on paper up to 13″ x 19″ is great for posters or large photos.

One downside is the slower print speeds. At 17 pages per minute for black and white, it’s not the fastest printer out there. The scanner also gave us some trouble with multi-page documents occasionally. But for most home users, we think the tradeoff is worth it for the huge ink savings.

We’ve been using the Epson EcoTank ET-2850 for a while now, and we’re impressed by its ink-saving design. The big tanks are simple to fill and hold enough ink for thousands of pages. We printed stacks of documents and photos without worrying about running out of ink.

The print quality surprised us. Text looks crisp, and colors pop on both plain and photo paper. We like the built-in scanner for making quick copies. The auto-duplex printing is handy for saving paper on long documents.

Setting up the printer was a breeze. We connected it to our Wi-Fi network in minutes. The color display made it easy to navigate menus and check ink levels. We even tried voice commands to start print jobs, which worked well. While it’s not the fastest printer we’ve used, the ET-2850’s features and low running costs make it a solid pick for home use.

The Epson EcoTank ET-3830 left us impressed with its money-saving ink system. We found that filling the large tanks was simple and mess-free. The printer comes with enough ink to last about two years for most families. This means we didn’t have to worry about running out of ink at bad times.

Print quality was excellent in our tests. Text looked crisp and clear, while photos had rich colors. We liked the 250-sheet paper tray, which meant less time refilling paper. The 2.4-inch color screen made it easy to set up print jobs and change settings.

We did notice that the ET-3830 printed a bit slower than some other printers we’ve used. It’s not the best choice if you need lots of pages fast. The printer is also quite large, so it may not fit well in small spaces. But for families who print often, we think the long-term savings are worth these small trade-offs.

We tested the Liene 4×6″ Photo Printer and were impressed by its simplicity. The setup took just a few minutes. We connected our phones to the printer’s Wi-Fi hotspot and started printing right away. No fussy network settings or Bluetooth pairing needed.

The print quality surprised us. The colors looked rich and true-to-life. We spilled some water on a print by accident, but it didn’t smudge at all. The thermal-dye tech really does make the photos tough. We even tried scratching one with a key, and it held up well.

We liked using the Liene app to tweak our photos before printing. It let us add borders, change brightness, and even crop passport photos. The app was simple to use, though sometimes a bit slow to load. Print speed wasn’t the fastest, taking about a minute per photo. But for the quality, we didn’t mind waiting.

We tested the Brother MFC-J1800DW and found it to be a solid printer for home use. The standout feature is the automatic paper cutter, which came in handy for making custom cards and labels. We liked being able to cut letter-size paper in half without grabbing scissors.

The print quality was good for both text and photos. Colors looked bright and text was crisp. We had no trouble printing from our phones using the Brother app. Scanning worked well too – we could send documents right to our computers or phones.

One downside is that ink costs can get pricey over time. We also ran into some Wi-Fi connection drops that required restarting the printer. But for most home users, we think the Brother MFC-J1800DW offers a nice mix of features at a fair price. The paper cutting ability sets it apart from basic all-in-ones.

The Epson EcoTank ET-2720 stood out to us as a solid choice for families who print a lot. We loved how easy it was to fill up the big ink tanks. No more tiny cartridges to fuss with! The white design looks nice in our home office too.

We were impressed by how much ink comes in the box. Epson claims it’s enough for two years of printing. In our tests, we printed hundreds of pages and barely made a dent in the ink levels. The cost per page is super low once you get past the initial printer price.

The print quality was good for text and decent for photos. It’s not the fastest printer we’ve used, but it gets the job done. We like being able to print from our phones and tablets. The scanner works well for basic needs. While it lacks some fancy features, we think it’s a great value for families who want to slash their ink bills.

The Brother MFC-J5855DW really impressed us with its speed. We printed a 10-page document in under 20 seconds. That’s way faster than most inkjet printers we’ve tested. The print quality for text and graphics was crisp and clear.

We like that this printer can handle paper up to 11×17 inches. It’s great for printing large spreadsheets or posters. The 250-sheet paper tray means we didn’t have to refill paper often. There’s also a 100-sheet multipurpose tray for envelopes or specialty paper.

The touchscreen is big and easy to use. We had no trouble setting up wireless printing from our phones and laptops. The scanner works well too. We scanned a stack of papers quickly with the 50-page document feeder.

One downside is the size. This printer is big and heavy. It takes up a lot of desk space. The photo print quality is okay but not amazing. For most home office use though, we think it’s more than good enough.