Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 Wireless All-in-One Printer

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Product guide

Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 Wireless All-in-One Printer

The Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 is a wireless colour all-in-one inkjet printer aimed at home photo printing and creative projects. Its refillable six-colour ink system, borderless photo support and automatic two-sided printing are useful for mixed photo and document work, while customer feedback is mixed on reliability, usability and value.

At a glance

Cartridge-free Claria ET Premium system uses six colour inks, including photo black and grey, according to the listing.
Automatic two-sided printing and borderless printing up to 8.5" x 11" are listed.
The listing describes support for cardstock, CDs/DVDs and specialty media up to 1.3 mm thick.
Epson Smart Panel supports printing, scanning and printer operation from iOS and Android devices, with the app required.

Price

$729.99Save 6%

Reference price: ~~$779.99~~

Price checked: Nov 12, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Refillable ink bottles can suit frequent photo and creative printing without routine cartridge replacement.
The six-colour ink setup is tailored to photo and graphics use as well as everyday text.
Automatic duplex printing can reduce manual page flipping for two-sided documents.
Touch controls and a colour display are specified for printer-side operation.

Cons

The listing describes a comparatively specialised home photo and creative printer, so buyers focused mainly on basic document printing may not need its media and ink features.
Ink yields and claimed running-cost savings vary with print content, settings and usage. These claims should not be treated as guaranteed per-page costs.

Technical specifications

18 specifications

Identity
Brand	Epson
Model	ET-8500

Printing
Printing technology	Inkjet
Output	Color
Listed colour print speed	12 pages_per_minute
Listed monochrome print speed	16
Maximum colour print resolution	5760 x 1440 dpi
Maximum media size	13 inches
Print media	Paper (plain)
Duplex	Automatic

Scanning and controls
Scanner type	Photo
Control method	Touch
Display type	LCD

Connectivity and controls
Wireless connection listed	Ethernet
USB ports listed	2
Ethernet ports listed	1

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	61.21 x 40.39 x 34.8 cm; 8.39 kg
Weight listed	8.39 kg

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The details list Ethernet as the connection, while the title and feature text describe wireless connectivity and the manufacturer section additionally lists USB, Wi-Fi and SD card. The listing also gives differing print-resolution formats and scanner descriptions, so confirm the exact connectivity, resolution and scanning specifications for the selected listing. Ink-yield and photo-cost claims are conditional on print patterns, settings and usage. Voice printing requires account registration and a compatible device, and mobile features may require an internet connection and the Epson Smart Panel app.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Home users who print photos, borderless letter-size images and creative projects on varied media.
Buyers who expect enough regular printing to make a refillable six-colour ink system useful.
People who want printing, scanning and copying functions in one device and use mobile printer controls.

Less suited to

Buyers seeking only a basic document printer with no need for photo or specialty-media features.
Anyone who needs a clearly confirmed connection type or scanner specification before purchase without checking the selected listing.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4 / 5 · 1,216 ratings

5 stars63%63%
4 stars13%13%
3 stars3%3%
2 stars2%2%
1 star19%19%

Customer feedback is positive about overall print quality and ink duration, while value, reliability, print quality, colour options, speed and usability receive mixed views. The refillable six-colour system and photo-oriented features make ink longevity and output quality especially relevant, but the mixed reports mean buyers should weigh those strengths against their own reliability and ease-of-use priorities. The aggregate rating is 4.0 out of 5 from 1,216 ratings, including 19% one-star ratings, which signals a varied overall experience rather than a guarantee of results.

Positive themes

Customers praise print quality and ink duration.

Mixed feedback

Customers report mixed experiences with value, reliability, print quality, colour options, print speed and usability.

Frequently asked questions

Can the ET-8500 print on both sides automatically?

Yes. Automatic duplex printing is listed.

What media does the listing say it can handle?

It describes borderless printing up to 8.5" x 11", plus cardstock and other specialty media up to 1.3 mm thick. It also mentions CDs/DVDs.

Does the printer include ink?

The listing's package details identify bottles for six colours: photo black, black, cyan, magenta, yellow and grey. Confirm the package for the selected listing.

Are the advertised ink yields guaranteed?

No. The listing says actual yields vary with images, settings, environmental conditions and printing patterns. Its cost comparisons are estimates tied to stated assumptions.