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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Epson L18050 & HP Smart Tank 5101
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models L18050 and Smart Tank 5101 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | L18050 | Smart Tank 5101 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Epson | HP |
| Product Family | EcoTank Photo | Smart Tank |
| Canonical Model | L18050 | Smart Tank 5101 |
| Launch Year | 2023 year | 2023 year |
| Printer Type | Colour photo ink-tank printer | Colour ink-tank multifunction |
| Functions | Print, Scan, Copy | |
| Colour Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Form Factor | Desktop | Desktop |
| Target Use | Photo / Creative | Home / Home office |
| Merged Regional Aliases | No regional aliases merged | Smart Tank 5100 series; 5102/5103/5104/5105/5106; 580/581/585/589 regional variants |
| Print Technology | Micro Piezo inkjet | HP Thermal Inkjet refillable tank |
| Machine Life or Duty Cycle | — | 3000 pages/month page |
| Print Head | Micro Piezo | HP Thermal Inkjet |
| Nozzle Configuration | 180 black; 180 per colour | — |
| Ink Colour Count | 6 colour | 4 colour |
| Ink Technology | Dye | Pigment black + dye colour |
| Maximum Print Resolution | 5760 x 1440 dpi | 4800 x 1200 optimized colour; 1200 x 1200 black dpi |
| ISO Black Speed | 8 ipm | 12 ipm |
| ISO Colour Speed | 8 ipm | 5 ipm |
| Draft Black Speed | 22 ppm | 22 ppm |
| Draft Colour Speed | 22 ppm | 16 ppm |
| Borderless Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Maximum Borderless Size | A3+ | A4 / Letter |
| 10x15 cm Photo Time | 13 sec | — |
| Minimum Droplet Size | 1.5 pl | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 400-800 page/month |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | A3+ | A4 / Legal |
| Standard Input Capacity | 100 sheet | 100 sheet |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 0 sheet | 0 sheet |
| Output Capacity | 30 sheet | 30 sheet |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | — | CIS flatbed |
| Optical Scan Resolution | — | 1200 dpi |
| Scan Copy Fax | ||
| Maximum Scan Size | — | A4 / Letter |
| Copy Function | — | Yes |
| Paper | ||
| Rear Feed Capacity | 100 sheet | 100 sheet |
| Front Cassette Count | 0 tray | 0 tray |
| Media Types | Plain, photo, envelopes | Plain, photo, envelopes |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes | Yes |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Connectivity Software | ||
| Mobile App | Epson Smart Panel | HP Smart |
| Operating Systems | Windows; macOS | Windows; macOS; ChromeOS; iOS; Android |
| Email or Cloud Print | Yes | Yes |
| Ink Operations | ||
| Ink Bottle Series | 108 | HP 32XL black; HP 31 colour / regional equivalent |
| Replacement Black Yield | 3600 page | 6000 page |
| Replacement Colour Yield | 7200 page | 8000 page |
| Dimensions W x D x H | 523 x 369 x 150 mm | — |
| Operating Power | 19 W | — |
| Display | — | Icon LCD / buttons |
| User-replaceable Maintenance Box | Yes | — |
| Included Black Yield | 2600 page | — |
| Included Colour Yield | 5400 page | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Weight | 8 kg | — |
What is the difference between L18050 and Smart Tank 5101?
L18050 and Smart Tank 5101 share specifications such as Wi-Fi (Yes), Launch Year (2023 year), Colour Printing (Yes), Form Factor (Desktop).
The main differences: Functions (L18050: Print, Smart Tank 5101: Print, Scan, Copy); ISO Black Speed (L18050: 8 ipm, Smart Tank 5101: 12 ipm); ISO Colour Speed (L18050: 8 ipm, Smart Tank 5101: 5 ipm).
L18050 may suit users who need its differing values, while Smart Tank 5101 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.