Epson WorkForce WF-2850 All-in-One Printer vs HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e
HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Epson WorkForce WF-2850 All-in-One Printer | HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $653 | $557 |
| After 2 years | $1,181 | $995 |
| After 3 years | $1,709 | $1,432 |
HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Epson WorkForce WF-2850 All-in-One Printer | HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | inkjet | inkjet |
| Color support | color | color |
| Device type | multifunction | multifunction |
| Functions | print, scan, copy, fax | print, scan, copy |
| Print speed (mono) | 10 ppm | 20 ppm |
| Print speed (color) | 5 ppm | 10 ppm |
| Resolution | 5760 x 1440 | 1200 x 1200 |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | — | 20,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | — | 800 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | No | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | Yes | Yes |
| Display | 2.4-inch color LCD | 2.7-inch touchscreen control panel with CGD (color graphic display) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | No | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal, A4, Photo | Letter, A4, Photo |
| Weight (kg) | 5.2 | 8 |
Cartridges & running cost
Epson WorkForce WF-2850 All-in-One Printer
Cheapest to run: Epson 212XL High-Capacity Black Ink Cartridge — $43.99 · 8.8¢/page · 500pg yield
HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e
Cheapest to run: HP 923e EvoMore Black Original Ink Cartridge — $72.89 · 7.3¢/page · 1,000pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e — about 17% lower cost per page (7.3¢ vs 8.8¢).
- A lower upfront budget: HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e — $5 less to buy.
- If you need faxing: Epson WorkForce WF-2850 All-in-One Printer — it adds faxing, which the HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e doesn't do.
- The fastest printing for a busy or shared office: HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e — 20 ppm vs 10 ppm mono.
Where to buy
Epson WorkForce WF-2850 All-in-One PrinterBuy — $124.99
HP OfficeJet Pro 8125eBuy — $119.99
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Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Epson WorkForce WF-2850 All-in-One Printer or the HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e?
- The HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 17% cheaper per page (7.3¢ vs 8.8¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Epson WorkForce WF-2850 All-in-One Printer or the HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e?
- The HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e is about $5 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Epson WorkForce WF-2850 All-in-One Printer and the HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e?
- Functions: Epson WorkForce WF-2850 All-in-One Printer print, scan, copy, fax, HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e print, scan, copy. Print speed (mono): Epson WorkForce WF-2850 All-in-One Printer 10 ppm, HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e 20 ppm. Print speed (color): Epson WorkForce WF-2850 All-in-One Printer 5 ppm, HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e 10 ppm. Resolution: Epson WorkForce WF-2850 All-in-One Printer 5760 x 1440, HP OfficeJet Pro 8125e 1200 x 1200.