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Epson EcoTank ET-5170 vs Epson ET-2820

Compare reliability signal, data confidence, common failures, typical age, and reported repair cost. Warranty window reference: 12–12 months depending on category.

Model A

Epson EcoTank ET-5170

Reliability signal — · Insufficient data · data confidence Very Low

1 failure reports · Insufficient data · Very Low confidence
Most common failure
Repeated unit replacements until warranty expired; Wi-Fi reset and paper-pickup failures
Typical failure age
1 yr
Median repair cost
—
Highest reported repair
—

Median months

12

% mfr warranty

0%

After warranty reports

0

Avg repair cost

—

Top failure categories

  • Repeated unit replacements until warranty expired; Wi-Fi reset and paper-pickup failures1
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Model B

Epson ET-2820

Reliability signal — · Insufficient data · data confidence Very Low

1 failure reports · Insufficient data · Very Low confidence
Most common failure
Paper-feed failure under warranty; replacement later printed with zero ink
Typical failure age
1 yr
Median repair cost
$200
Highest reported repair
$200

Median months

12

% mfr warranty

0%

After warranty reports

0

Avg repair cost

$200

Top failure categories

  • Paper-feed failure under warranty; replacement later printed with zero ink1
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