Canon PIXMA TR7820 vs Epson WorkForce WF-2830 All-in-One Printer
Epson WorkForce WF-2830 All-in-One Printer is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Best overall
Epson WorkForce WF-2830 All-in-One Printer
- Price
- $123.00
- Cost per page (mono)
- 8.8¢/pg
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Canon PIXMA TR7820 | Epson WorkForce WF-2830 All-in-One Printer |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $829 | $651 |
| After 2 years | $1,529 | $1,179 |
| After 3 years | $2,229 | $1,707 |
Epson WorkForce WF-2830 All-in-One Printer is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Canon PIXMA TR7820 | Epson WorkForce WF-2830 All-in-One Printer |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | inkjet | inkjet |
| Color support | color | color |
| Device type | multifunction | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy, fax | print, scan, copy, fax |
| Print speed (mono) | — | 10 ppm |
| Print speed (color) | 7 ppm | 5 ppm |
| Resolution | 1200 x 1200 | 5760 x 1440 |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | No |
| Automatic document feeder | Yes | Yes |
| Display | — | 1.44-inch color LCD |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | No | No |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal | Letter, Legal, A4, Photo |
| Weight (kg) | 7.26 | 5.2 |
Cartridges & running cost
Canon PIXMA TR7820
Cheapest to run: Canon PG-285 Black Ink Tank — $21.00 · 11.7¢/page · 180pg yield
Epson WorkForce WF-2830 All-in-One Printer
Cheapest to run: Epson 212XL High-Capacity Black Ink Cartridge — $43.99 · 8.8¢/page · 500pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Epson WorkForce WF-2830 All-in-One Printer — about 25% lower cost per page (8.8¢ vs 11.7¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Epson WorkForce WF-2830 All-in-One Printer — $6 less to buy.
Where to buy
Canon PIXMA TR7820Buy — $129.00
Epson WorkForce WF-2830 All-in-One PrinterBuy — $123.00
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Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Canon PIXMA TR7820 or the Epson WorkForce WF-2830 All-in-One Printer?
- The Epson WorkForce WF-2830 All-in-One Printer — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 25% cheaper per page (8.8¢ vs 11.7¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Canon PIXMA TR7820 or the Epson WorkForce WF-2830 All-in-One Printer?
- The Epson WorkForce WF-2830 All-in-One Printer is about $6 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Canon PIXMA TR7820 and the Epson WorkForce WF-2830 All-in-One Printer?
- Print speed (color): Canon PIXMA TR7820 7 ppm, Epson WorkForce WF-2830 All-in-One Printer 5 ppm. Resolution: Canon PIXMA TR7820 1200 x 1200, Epson WorkForce WF-2830 All-in-One Printer 5760 x 1440. Automatic duplex: Canon PIXMA TR7820 Yes, Epson WorkForce WF-2830 All-in-One Printer No. Paper sizes: Canon PIXMA TR7820 Letter, Legal, Epson WorkForce WF-2830 All-in-One Printer Letter, Legal, A4, Photo.