Epson XP-212 Ink Cartridges

Epson Expression Home XP-212 Printer Description

Documents and photos can be printed from smartphones and tablets to the Epson Expression Home XP-212 using Epson iPrint.

When it comes to setting up the printer to print wirelessly, the machine is capable of finding the relevant connection settings to configure itself automatically. This feature enhances the ease of use of the printer as you don’t need to know your network settings in order to set up the printer.

Using Epson’s Claria Home Ink will ensure your document printing is both crisp and clear whilst photo prints will be to a lab quality standard with a glossy finish. Individual ink cartridges are accepted by the XP-212 which is a cost benefit to users as only the ink that’s been used needs to be replaced.

For additional cost savings, the XP-212 is able to accommodate XL ink cartridges meaning that you can make your printing go further.

Home users will also be able to save space thanks to the small footprint taken up by one of Epson’s smallest ever all-in-one machines.

There is a paper handling capacity of 50 sheets offered with this printer.

Epson XP-212 Expert Review

The Epson Expression Home XP-212 printer provides printing, scanning and copying capability within a small case. This printer is classified as ultra-compact, so it has a very small footprint.

Paper loads in the back, but the 50-sheet tray stands almost vertically so it does not take up as much space as some other back-loading devices.

The XP-212 uses Epson’s Claria Home Ink system to print high quality photos. It uses individual ink cartridges so only the ink that is actually empty has to be replaced, which saves users money and ink is also available in XL sizes.

The XP-212 has a print resolution of 5760 x 1440dpi. The printer can produce a 10 by 15cm borderless photo in 54 seconds.

The scanner on the device has a maximum scanning resolution of 1200 by 2400dpi. The printer features automatic wireless set up, so users do not need to know their network settings. The device will automatically configure itself, allowing users to print from computers, laptops, smartphones and tablets. It is also compatible with Apple products.

Pros

• Sleek design that takes up very little desktop space
• Compatible with Windows 8
• Takes very little time to set up
• Good print quality, especially with documents
• Doesn’t use up a lot of ink

Cons

• Wi-Fi set up can be a bit confusing because of how the manual is written
• May make loud noises when printing
• Can be difficult to install cartridges – any small bit of packaging left on the cartridge may cause the printer to reject it

Star Rating: 4