The Epson EcoTank ET-4850 and HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e are two of the most popular all-in-one inkjet printers. Both score above 9/10 in our testing, but they serve slightly different priorities. Here's how they stack up head to head.
Side-by-Side Specification Comparison
Running Costs
The ET-4850 wins decisively on running costs. Its refillable tank system brings mono cost-per-page down to around $0.009 — less than a cent per page. The 9015e with XL cartridges is competitive at $0.013 but can't match tank economics.
Print Speed
The HP 9015e is faster — 22 ppm mono versus 15 ppm for the Epson. For busy small offices, the speed advantage is meaningful. For home users printing occasional documents, the Epson's speed is perfectly adequate.
Print Quality
Both produce excellent document output. The HP has a slight edge on text sharpness; the Epson produces marginally better colour accuracy. Photo output on both is good but not exceptional compared to dedicated photo printers.
Connectivity & Features
The HP 9015e integrates more deeply with HP's Smart app and HP+ ecosystem. The Epson has strong connectivity but its companion app is less polished. Both support Wi-Fi, automatic duplex, and mobile printing.
Which Should You Choose?
Choose the Epson ET-4850 if: running costs are your priority and you print 200+ pages monthly. Choose the HP 9015e if: you need faster print speeds, prefer the HP Smart ecosystem, or want tighter business app integration.
Verdict
Both are excellent printers with very different value propositions. The Epson ET-4850 wins on long-term running costs; the HP 9015e wins on speed and ecosystem integration. For most home users, the Epson's economics make it the smarter long-term purchase.