I love my eco tank. I emptied the ink bottles that came with it, washed them out, air dried. I put my sublimation ink in the auto fill bottles. I have not had any issues with my ink drying. I’ve had 6 month gaps between printing. My sublimation prints are very detailed, and everyone comes out great. My biggest suggestion is to turn off the bleed in cricut design space when you print.
I love my eco tank as well! Mine has been sitting for an actual year as I was so overwhelmed on what I wanted to do lol, I just did a test print in may/June and the ink was still extremely vibrant, has not dried out as well and no smudges or odd markings. I’m using the Hiipoo ink just love this ink
Awesome video, Jennifer! I’m the person that spends days/weeks researching before making a purchase -- to the point of exhaustion - always weighing pros and cons. You’ve certainly covered all the bases.Thank you!
I have been in sublimation for 8 yrs the Eco Tank 15500 is the best one that I have used so far. I make about 100 shirts a week and I have had no issues with this machine. I will never go back to my WorkForce although that's what I started with
I've finally come to the time where I can start sublimation! Oh, Jennifer...YOU know how much I've been waiting to begin this..Thank you! I trust your judgements, all your projects are gorgeous!
Thank you for being such a phenomenal teacher! I was so confused about a few sublimation process details and you fully educated me. Thank you so much for your dedication and style... I adore your style! From the beginning to the end you just KNOW what (and most importantly how) to present all the crafty methods and tools in the most fun and effective way. You darlin' are the cream of the crop. Sooo much gratitude. 💞
I loved this video, and all the comments. Thank you Jennifer for all of your time and effort into your wonderful and informative videos. And thank you everyone in the comments for your feedback, so much info and so helpful.
Over a year ago after much research I got the Epson F170. It was easy to find. I went to Epson's website, put in where I lived and they gave me the info on a local dealer. When I need ink, I call him and pick it up. The ink that comes with it, isn't starter ink, like others, its the full size large bottle. I've just started on my 2nd bottle of black and all of the other colors are still going strong. I also loved that I didn't have to give up my warranty. It was supper easy to set up as well. By downloading the recommended drivers and software it printed out great from the beginning. I didn't even know about ICM then. And this also allows me to print from PDF, Word, etc. I don't have to have other software unless I want to do a lot of editing. Most I do in Word. I go for months without printing anything. Not one time have I had any problems. It has never clogged or printed out wrong. So I don't know why it was said you have to print every week or so, not so. I've also printed designs up to 47 in long as well. If I decide to get a larger printer in the future, it will be the Epson 540. I'm an HP lover and just bought a new one for regular print but Epson does good for sublimation. And I'm not spending more than the cost of printer in ink each year. Thanks for the video, its good to see the comparison. I think a little more research on the F170 would help though. Just my opinion.
There's only 1 place in my State that sells it and without going in eBay I can't get thr specialty shops online to ship it. For me, it's going to be a 250-mile drive to get the machine and potentially any ink refills. The other information was super helpful, though!
@@OGimouse1 If you are talking about the Epson F series, Conte sells them on line and has a better warranty than Epson. If I ever go up in size, I'm ordering through them.
I went with a converted Eco tank printer for the low costs for the printer and ink. I'm junking it and buying a Sawgrass. I got great results - at first, but multiple issues came up - some due to maintenance, and some due to the fact it was a low-end printer. I came to the realization that ruined blanks are way more costly in time and money than expensive ink. As an aside, here we are a year-ish after you posted this video, and the Epson F170 is STILL hard to find. I love your videos - they are always well thought out, logically presented, and informative. Thank you for what you do!
As always, the best video on sublimation printers and comparison. I have a epson 2760 and my colors seemed dark but nothing to compare. I printed off your sunflower from my Epson 4760 and printed one from my sublimation printer. My sublimation was too dark as it normally is so I used your flower and started adjusting the colors and WOW, I finally got a good color. Now I am excited to do more sublimation. Thank you so so much. You ARE the BEST!!!🤩
Thank you so much for such a brilliant video! I’ve been thinking of buying a sublimation printer for a while but was unsure which way to go. In the UK the Sawgrass inks really aren’t they expensive so all in all I agreed with all your points raised and just ordered the SG500 with paper and full sized inks for £400!!! I thought that was a great price. You’ve helped me so much, thank you!
Thank you for your excellent review. My husband bought me the Epson eco tank for Christmas last year. I used the Cosmos sublimation ink I was able to do a few projects and then two months ago I went to make a shirt for my granddaughter and it had lines through it. I tried cleaning the heads as per the Epson inst., but after a few times of trying this it still didn't clear up the problem so then I tried using a head cleaner that was recommended, well it made a mess, and then my printer kept giving me an error code and wouldn't work. Costco said they would take it back and refund it, but I felt that since I had converted it, it wouldn't be honest to return it. I was bummed this morning about the whole thing, my wonderful husband gave me an early Christmas gift, the SG500 Sawgrass! He had it wrapped in the guest room closet, and he decided to give it to me early because he saw that I was so bummed about it. Again Thank you so much! Have a very Wonderful Christmas!!
I appreciate the time and effort you put into this video. I watch a lot of maker videos on a variety of topics and this was the first time I saw one of yours. Very well produced with a perfect amount of details. Never got into the weeds, never got boring or slow,, and watched the entire video without skipping ahead. Subscribed.
Hands down🎉 this is a well done video. You are articulate, knowledgeable, and precise on your delivery. The video is easy to watch and loaded with important information no fluffs, no dust.. thank you
Thank you Jennifer Maker! I wish I had waited until you did this before I bought mine! I have the ecotank and it’s no longer working well because I don’t use it very often - lines in the colors - I’ve tried all the maintenance tricks over and over and still having issues. This was soooo helpful!
Wow!! Jennifer this was fantastic and so thorough! What an amazing product review and the amout of work you detailed in each catagory in how each printer rated in such category. You have saved me like a couple of nights of pulling my hair out and screaming at my final contestents for purchasing a sub printer! oThank you so much for making my life migraine headache free!!
Great Video. One thing about Sawgrass printers you should be aware of is that they burn through ink like crazy. My SG400 would go through about 4 minutes of cleaning cycles on every power up. I would watch the ink level indicators drop as it is only 24 ml of ink. They are pretty reliable but mine has seen the quality go down after 2 years of light use. Looking for some other solution for making mugs.
I have a Sawgrass 500 and think that potential buyers should also be made aware that there are two different types of ink that you must choose from - one for soft substrates and another for hard substrates. You are obliged to choose one or the other when you set up your printer for use forever more as you are told that you cannot change the ink type once you set up your machine. If you so wish to be able to sublimate on the other type, you are advised by Sawgrass to buy a second SG500 ☹️
I have not heard that. When you are in Creative Studio for Sawgrass, you are able to pick different substrates and you use the same ink. I have used the same ink for shirts as well as harder substrates.
I have had a sawgrass SG500 for over a year now, I sublimate on fabric, mugs, coasters etc using the Subli-jet ink, the other ink, Chromablast, is used to sublimate on cotton rather than polyester. but you cannot interchange between both of these in the same printer.
@@debbiemain4061 thank you Debbie - that makes me so happy 😀 I Honestly thought that there was a special soft substrate Ink only My apologies to Jennifer and anyone else who may have been confused old am I
Thank you Jennifer for making this video. I'm just starting with sublimation and have cricut mugpress, but seeing all the fun stuff one can print and press on anything polyestery had me wanting a sublimation printer. I'm getting the sawgrass after watching this video it has everything I need and want (except the price)
I watched your video! Been thinking about getting a sublimation printer and this really helped me decide which one, even though I should have went with the best one with the lower price, I went with the Sawgrass! I found a refurbished one from a reputable site! I am investing in my future career where I stay home and craft all day! 😁 I will be watching more of your video's, glad I found you and thanks for sharing!!!!!
Anne Medlin, how is your printer working so far. I was looking at a refurbished sawgrass printer and I am kinda nervous about buying a refurbished one but it is what’s in my price range.
I love my SawGrass sg1000. I also have the bypass. I bought after having issues with a converted Epson… I had heard that SawGrass inks are gel based unlike the others. And that the pressed design will last longer, is more permanent. But since they are gel based ink, they need more adequate pressure. I also was told the SawGrass print heads are HD, higher quality etc… You addressed price, availability, print etc, but did you see a difference in the overall quality of the finished product over time? Which prints look good after use, wear, wash etc?
I love my Ecotank. I don't use any ICC profile. I simply adjusted the printer settings and saved it's profile. My end projects are mistaken as a Sawgrass when side by side!
An excellent presentation showcasing the outstanding qualities and features of our sublimation printers, as well as providing an overview of the results from tests conducted. Love it. 😘
Thank you for this video! It was really helpful. I was wondering something about the EcoTank. If you don't use it on a regular basis, could you take the ink cartridges out and put foil on the openings to keep them from drying out?
I appreciate this video because I impulsively bought a Sawgrass because I found one locally, but I already have a Epson EcoTank. I have the Sawgrass in the box and I’ve been researching to find out if I should keep it. I’ve already had the nightmare of the EcoTank leaking and needing the heads cleaned because I don’t use it often, however the more informative videos about the hazards of converting printers have been made since I purchased the EcoTank. Your perspective made me sure that I made the right call.
Thank you! It's always a pleasure to watch your videos. They are very informative and the tone of your voice makes it even better....keep up the great work!!
All of the information is helpful and useful. My problem is I'd like the easy of the Saw Grass, but would prefer the EcoTank refill costs. :( Just not sure which way to go. I would love to make LOTS of things with the printer, but that makes me fear the more ink used, the more spent in ink. Whereas, if i just go with an EcoTank, I could over time save in ink cost to get decent enough software to use. I'm curious which software you'd recommend between the Adobe Photoshop and Corel Draw?
Thank you. I had decided on an Eco Tank, but now I know it’s what I’ll get. I just want it to print mixed media papers for crafting. Now I hope they’re still available after Black Friday. Thanks again.
Thank you so much for this breakdown! You answered all my questions and concerns regarding the 2 printers I was comparing. Sawgrass is the winner for me!
Thank you so much for all your wonderful information. I have been trying to decide if I want to jump on the sublimation train with the rest of the crafting world or not. This video helps me not feel so nervous about the decision.
Thank you for this video. It was so informative. I bought the Surecolor. I found the support from Epson unhelpful. You do have to run a minimum of two prints a week or it will clog. I have multiple machines in the same room and the Surecolor loses connection to WiFi and they don’t. The color suggestions you gave are so helpful. I love the subli flower!
This was great……I have a ecotank, but didnt realize the inks dried out. What a mess I had. I wish I had seen this before I bought it. The software was a the issue. Maybe I will look into a Sawgrass since i am not using it everyday. Thanks so much for another great video
This was so helpful, yet daunting at the same time. You laid out the information perfectly but I need to figure what matters most to me the home for fun crafter. 🤔
It's a very confusing rabbit hole! I think I know what I want and then I see something that changes my mind. I'm also a home crafter, I don't feel like I can justify the price of the Sawgrass but I'm worried I won't use the other ones enough and could run into issues. Good Luck!
I am trying to determine if I should get the sawgrass or the EcoTank, still so hard to decide. It seems as if they are both great lol. I would really like to order my printer this month. Decisions decisions !! awesome video though !
Thank you Jennifer 😊. This definitely helps narrow things down. I have no idea what the future will bring. If I start taking orders, I'll probably go with the Sawgrass 500. If I decide to try out sublimation, I'll look for the ecotank earlier models. 😊 ty.
I had to return my Sawgrass. The software requires Microsoft Pro or Bussines. I just have a Home edition. Had the opportunity to try it in my office computer and was awesome.
So the sawgrass is what I got and I wouldn't change it for the world unless I was getting a bigger one 🙈 it requires no maintenance like she said, the software is simple and the ink is expensive but I rather give my customers great prints and charge a good price than to give them something cheap and charge a good price knowing that it wasn't worth it.
I came here because I was using an EcoTank with sublimation ink from Printers Jack. After 9 months I started to get really bad banding. I ran multiple head cleanings and alignments but could not get it to clear. I even flushed the lines, cleaned the print head, and changed the ink pad. I could not get it to print without banding so I finally called Epson. Epson refused to support me because they said I voided my warranty by changing the ink and now I need to buy a new printer. Please be advised if you buy the ET because it will void the warranty once you change out the ink.
Thanks so much for this Jennifer. I've had an Epson ecotank 4700 converted to sublimation that I've had for about a year and a half. I hadn't used it s]for about 8 months and I tell you those nozzles are clogged and I've cleaned the heads 50 times and I can not get it unclogged. I'm going to throw it out and get a sawgrass.
Of all comparison points, I have to say that price (including inks) and quality of printing are the most important to me. I was told to get a printer that accepts 13 x 19 inches paper
It makes your life easier in the long run if you decide to do bigger images. Right now I really wish I would have spent the extra 300 dollars and purchased one that does 13x19 as I'm trying to do my graduation cap and it's 9x9 so hard to do correctly with a max of 8.5x14
This video was extremely helpful, I really wish I had it before I bought my Epson Workforce. The only thing I didn't find helpful was the link that was provided for the workforce. There isn't any information or further instructions provided just a quick blurb strongly discouraging viewers to buy it, and a link to the Ecotank. That doesn't help the ones that already have it, like me lol.
Thanks Jennifer! You hit every key note that's so critical in purchasing a sublimation printer!!! BRAVO, VERY impressive video! I instantly know, after watching this all the way through, which is the best printer for me as I want something that is easy to use and low maintenance...the Sawgrass wins! and I know this video is older but Amazon has ink that's less than $200. Can Hiipoo sub ink be used in the Sawgrass? another question...Sawgrass has the software needed. Why is software needed to print a picture and apply via heat press or cup press? I have a couple of Cricut cutters and I'd like to download images and sublimate them on mugs, t shirts etc...so software is needed for this? ty
Use of Third Party Inks will immediately void your warranty. Since they are not made by Sawgrass, we cannot predict how they will react in the machine and what issues may arise, or how to fix them. We do not recommend switching your ink type. care.sawgrassink.com/hc/en-us/articles/10621395809435-Ink-Sets-Which-One-to-Choose#:~:text=Use%20of%20Third%20Party%20Inks,recommend%20switching%20your%20ink%20type. Software is needed to manage the settings of your sublimation printer. This includes ensuring the correct color profiles are used and that the design is printed in the right orientation (e.g., mirrored for text).
Jennifer. Great, informative, video. I'm at the point where I'm ready to purchase a sublimation printer. Think I'll get an Epson EcoTank 4000 series. So super helpful for me. Also reading comment has been great as well. Maureen
I love my eco tank but I also use my normal one and sub one on a daily or weekly basis. I also just changed my printer setting for the sublimation printer but I found a video on which setting to set it to
Absolutely the best comparison video I've seen yet. Thank you so much for making this! I do have a question... I've heard that conversation of a regular printer to a sublimation printer can cause issues because of the heat, causing damage to the ink. Is this true?
Yes, the heads can easily dry out. If you live in a warm, dry climate or keep your heat up high in the winter, your sublimation ink may dry out more quickly. If you do not have a self maintenance printer you will need to run it a minimum of 1 to 2 times per week.
Hi Jennifer, this is a bit off topic, but I just purchased a Saw Grass printer as a result of watching your video. I have my fairly new Cricut, and accessories. I had in mind that I could print something out, on my new printer, and then cut the design with Cricut. An all over print, like scrapbooking paper, and then put it on one of my cricut mats, and cut it out, then use it on a mug, or t-shirt ect. I hope this isn't getting into two separate crafts for expense sake. 😁
What do you mean "after figuring out their profiles" ? Are there adjustments that have to be done after set up? I am EXTREMELY NEW to sublimation, in fact I haven't even tried it yet. Just like I am interested in Tumblers but know nothing.
What do you mean by downloading a printer profile? Is this something with the software I assume? And is it offered within the software that comes with the printer? Thanks so much for these videos, they are truly help me father the info I need to start my side business!
I love my eco tank. I emptied the ink bottles that came with it, washed them out, air dried. I put my sublimation ink in the auto fill bottles. I have not had any issues with my ink drying. I’ve had 6 month gaps between printing. My sublimation prints are very detailed, and everyone comes out great. My biggest suggestion is to turn off the bleed in cricut design space when you print.
Which Ecotank do you have?
@@johannevinet5083 ET-2720
@@michellebinder5131 very tempted to buy even if does not use large format paper. Lol
I love my eco tank as well! Mine has been sitting for an actual year as I was so overwhelmed on what I wanted to do lol, I just did a test print in may/June and the ink was still extremely vibrant, has not dried out as well and no smudges or odd markings. I’m using the Hiipoo ink just love this ink
That's great to hear that! 😃
Awesome video, Jennifer! I’m the person that spends days/weeks researching before making a purchase -- to the point of exhaustion - always weighing pros and cons. You’ve certainly covered all the bases.Thank you!
You are so welcome! Thanks for sharing!!
this is me as well.
Nice to know the pre-remorse is shared by 19 others lol
I’m the same way. I have 4 kids 3 are under 10.
Me too Melinda
I have been in sublimation for 8 yrs the Eco Tank 15500 is the best one that I have used so far. I make about 100 shirts a week and I have had no issues with this machine. I will never go back to my WorkForce although that's what I started with
They are wonderful!
I've finally come to the time where I can start sublimation! Oh, Jennifer...YOU know how much I've been waiting to begin this..Thank you! I trust your judgements, all your projects are gorgeous!
Thank you! You can do it!
Thank you for being such a phenomenal teacher! I was so confused about a few sublimation process details and you fully educated me. Thank you so much for your dedication and style... I adore your style! From the beginning to the end you just KNOW what (and most importantly how) to present all the crafty methods and tools in the most fun and effective way. You darlin' are the cream of the crop. Sooo much gratitude. 💞
That's so sweet! Thanks so much!
I loved this video, and all the comments. Thank you Jennifer for all of your time and effort into your wonderful and informative videos. And thank you everyone in the comments for your feedback, so much info and so helpful.
So happy you're here crafting with us!
Over a year ago after much research I got the Epson F170. It was easy to find. I went to Epson's website, put in where I lived and they gave me the info on a local dealer. When I need ink, I call him and pick it up. The ink that comes with it, isn't starter ink, like others, its the full size large bottle. I've just started on my 2nd bottle of black and all of the other colors are still going strong. I also loved that I didn't have to give up my warranty. It was supper easy to set up as well. By downloading the recommended drivers and software it printed out great from the beginning. I didn't even know about ICM then. And this also allows me to print from PDF, Word, etc. I don't have to have other software unless I want to do a lot of editing. Most I do in Word. I go for months without printing anything. Not one time have I had any problems. It has never clogged or printed out wrong. So I don't know why it was said you have to print every week or so, not so. I've also printed designs up to 47 in long as well. If I decide to get a larger printer in the future, it will be the Epson 540. I'm an HP lover and just bought a new one for regular print but Epson does good for sublimation. And I'm not spending more than the cost of printer in ink each year. Thanks for the video, its good to see the comparison. I think a little more research on the F170 would help though. Just my opinion.
Thanks so much for the suggestion! 😊
There's only 1 place in my State that sells it and without going in eBay I can't get thr specialty shops online to ship it. For me, it's going to be a 250-mile drive to get the machine and potentially any ink refills.
The other information was super helpful, though!
@@OGimouse1 If you are talking about the Epson F series, Conte sells them on line and has a better warranty than Epson. If I ever go up in size, I'm ordering through them.
I went with a converted Eco tank printer for the low costs for the printer and ink. I'm junking it and buying a Sawgrass. I got great results - at first, but multiple issues came up - some due to maintenance, and some due to the fact it was a low-end printer.
I came to the realization that ruined blanks are way more costly in time and money than expensive ink.
As an aside, here we are a year-ish after you posted this video, and the Epson F170 is STILL hard to find.
I love your videos - they are always well thought out, logically presented, and informative. Thank you for what you do!
As always, the best video on sublimation printers and comparison. I have a epson 2760 and my colors seemed dark but nothing to compare. I printed off your sunflower from my Epson 4760 and printed one from my sublimation printer. My sublimation was too dark as it normally is so I used your flower and started adjusting the colors and WOW, I finally got a good color. Now I am excited to do more sublimation. Thank you so so much. You ARE the BEST!!!🤩
You're very welcome!
Both are subs so you didn't say which you thought was better
Which did you think did a better job?
You did a great job. I normally don't watch videos that last more than 10 minutes, but you were so impressive that I watched until the end.
Wow, thank you!
Thank you so much for such a brilliant video! I’ve been thinking of buying a sublimation printer for a while but was unsure which way to go. In the UK the Sawgrass inks really aren’t they expensive so all in all I agreed with all your points raised and just ordered the SG500 with paper and full sized inks for £400!!! I thought that was a great price. You’ve helped me so much, thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for your excellent review. My husband bought me the Epson eco tank for Christmas last year. I used the Cosmos sublimation ink I was able to do a few projects and then two months ago I went to make a shirt for my granddaughter and it had lines through it. I tried cleaning the heads as per the Epson inst., but after a few times of trying this it still didn't clear up the problem so then I tried using a head cleaner that was recommended, well it made a mess, and then my printer kept giving me an error code and wouldn't work. Costco said they would take it back and refund it, but I felt that since I had converted it, it wouldn't be honest to return it. I was bummed this morning about the whole thing, my wonderful husband gave me an early Christmas gift, the SG500 Sawgrass! He had it wrapped in the guest room closet, and he decided to give it to me early because he saw that I was so bummed about it. Again Thank you so much! Have a very Wonderful Christmas!!
How nice! Merry Christmas!
I appreciate the time and effort you put into this video. I watch a lot of maker videos on a variety of topics and this was the first time I saw one of yours. Very well produced with a perfect amount of details. Never got into the weeds, never got boring or slow,, and watched the entire video without skipping ahead. Subscribed.
Hands down🎉 this is a well done video. You are articulate, knowledgeable, and precise on your delivery. The video is easy to watch and loaded with important information no fluffs, no dust.. thank you
I'm so happy to hear that!
Thank you Jennifer Maker! I wish I had waited until you did this before I bought mine! I have the ecotank and it’s no longer working well because I don’t use it very often - lines in the colors - I’ve tried all the maintenance tricks over and over and still having issues. This was soooo helpful!
Glad it was helpful!
Which et do u have?
Which ET did you get?
@Angela Trombley You may want to read the comments above yours. Someone said to clean the print heads when you get lines. Might be worth a try.
Wow!! Jennifer this was fantastic and so thorough! What an amazing product review and the amout of work you detailed in each catagory in how each printer rated in such category. You have saved me like a couple of nights of pulling my hair out and screaming at my final contestents for purchasing a sub printer!
oThank you so much for making my life migraine headache free!!
This just solidifies my strong desire for a Sawgrass! Thank you!
You are so welcome!
Great Video. One thing about Sawgrass printers you should be aware of is that they burn through ink like crazy. My SG400 would go through about 4 minutes of cleaning cycles on every power up. I would watch the ink level indicators drop as it is only 24 ml of ink. They are pretty reliable but mine has seen the quality go down after 2 years of light use. Looking for some other solution for making mugs.
I am purchasing the Sawgrass !!! Thank You for a great video in regards to comparing all of the printers.
Have fun! 😊🌻
I have a Sawgrass 500 and think that potential buyers should also be made aware that there are two different types of ink that you must choose from - one for soft substrates and another for hard substrates. You are obliged to choose one or the other when you set up your printer for use forever more as you are told that you cannot change the ink type once you set up your machine. If you so wish to be able to sublimate on the other type, you are advised by Sawgrass to buy a second SG500 ☹️
I have not heard that. When you are in Creative Studio for Sawgrass, you are able to pick different substrates and you use the same ink. I have used the same ink for shirts as well as harder substrates.
I have had a sawgrass SG500 for over a year now, I sublimate on fabric, mugs, coasters etc using the Subli-jet ink, the other ink, Chromablast, is used to sublimate on cotton rather than polyester. but you cannot interchange between both of these in the same printer.
@@debbiemain4061 hi Debbie - do use the UHD INK? Thanks 🙏
@@maxineneale yes .. the UHD subli-jet are what came with my printer 😊
@@debbiemain4061 thank you Debbie - that makes me so happy 😀
I Honestly thought that there was a special soft substrate Ink only
My apologies to Jennifer and anyone else who may have been confused old am I
Thank you Jennifer for making this video. I'm just starting with sublimation and have cricut mugpress, but seeing all the fun stuff one can print and press on anything polyestery had me wanting a sublimation printer.
I'm getting the sawgrass after watching this video it has everything I need and want (except the price)
Wonderful! That is my favorite for the easy operation of it and self maintenance.
I watched your video! Been thinking about getting a sublimation printer and this really helped me decide which one, even though I should have went with the best one with the lower price, I went with the Sawgrass! I found a refurbished one from a reputable site! I am investing in my future career where I stay home and craft all day! 😁 I will be watching more of your video's, glad I found you and thanks for sharing!!!!!
I'm so glad! You will love it!
Anne Medlin, how is your printer working so far. I was looking at a refurbished sawgrass printer and I am kinda nervous about buying a refurbished one but it is what’s in my price range.
I love my SawGrass sg1000. I also have the bypass. I bought after having issues with a converted Epson… I had heard that SawGrass inks are gel based unlike the others. And that the pressed design will last longer, is more permanent. But since they are gel based ink, they need more adequate pressure. I also was told the SawGrass print heads are HD, higher quality etc… You addressed price, availability, print etc, but did you see a difference in the overall quality of the finished product over time? Which prints look good after use, wear, wash etc?
Not yet. I just recently got into sublimation but if it is a high percentage poly based that is what will keep for longevity.
I'd love to know about the lasting power!
Deborah Schwind, hi how often do you have to replace your ink?
I love your shoes! Thank you for this comparison. I’m getting a printer but was overwhelmed with the choices
Thank you!
I love my Ecotank. I don't use any ICC profile. I simply adjusted the printer settings and saved it's profile. My end projects are mistaken as a Sawgrass when side by side!
That's awesome! Sometimes you get lucky!! Thanks for watching! 😊
Which ET do you have? Do you mind sharing your settings?
I just bought an Epson 2850 Ecotank then found this video. Which Ecotank model do you have and would you share your settings please?
@@OGimouse1 ET 2850 but all ETs are the same 🙂 Under Color correction: Brightness 9, Contrast 7, Saturation 15 and Density 4
@@bluebungalowcrafts6397 Under Color correction: Brightness 9, Contrast 7, Saturation 15 and Density 4
This video was super helpful, thank you. I was already leaning towards the sawgrass… your video confirmed my decision for me!
Glad I could help!
An excellent presentation showcasing the outstanding qualities and features of our sublimation printers, as well as providing an overview of the results from tests conducted. Love it. 😘
Many thanks!
Thank you for this video! It was really helpful. I was wondering something about the EcoTank. If you don't use it on a regular basis, could you take the ink cartridges out and put foil on the openings to keep them from drying out?
I have not tried that to give you an accurate answer.
@@JenniferMaker Okay. Thank you!
I love my sawgrass researched for 1yr before I decided..love it Great review
Awesome! Thank you!
I appreciate this video because I impulsively bought a Sawgrass because I found one locally, but I already have a Epson EcoTank. I have the Sawgrass in the box and I’ve been researching to find out if I should keep it. I’ve already had the nightmare of the EcoTank leaking and needing the heads cleaned because I don’t use it often, however the more informative videos about the hazards of converting printers have been made since I purchased the EcoTank. Your perspective made me sure that I made the right call.
Awesome! You will love the Sawgrass.
Thank you! It's always a pleasure to watch your videos. They are very informative and the tone of your voice makes it even better....keep up the great work!!
Glad you like them!
All of the information is helpful and useful. My problem is I'd like the easy of the Saw Grass, but would prefer the EcoTank refill costs. :( Just not sure which way to go. I would love to make LOTS of things with the printer, but that makes me fear the more ink used, the more spent in ink. Whereas, if i just go with an EcoTank, I could over time save in ink cost to get decent enough software to use. I'm curious which software you'd recommend between the Adobe Photoshop and Corel Draw?
On your online site you suggested the ET4750 but on here you suggested the sawgrass.. so that's confusing
You can use several, I love Adobe products however. 😊
We suggest several for different reasons, that way everyone has an option. 😊
Best comparison video on TH-cam. Thank you so much.
You are so welcome!
Great review I love my Sawgrass researched for 1yr before I decided..love it!
Outstanding work, Jennifer. Absolutely top-shelf instructional video. Thanks so much for helping so many!
You are so welcome!❤️
Thank you. I had decided on an Eco Tank, but now I know it’s what I’ll get. I just want it to print mixed media papers for crafting. Now I hope they’re still available after Black Friday. Thanks again.
You are so welcome!
Thank you so much for this breakdown! You answered all my questions and concerns regarding the 2 printers I was comparing. Sawgrass is the winner for me!
So glad I could help!
I have the sawgrass and it’s the best. So easy to use and the ink lasts forever
I love my Sawgrass! 💕
Hi, how long did your ink last before you had to order more?
Thank you so much for all your wonderful information. I have been trying to decide if I want to jump on the sublimation train with the rest of the crafting world or not. This video helps me not feel so nervous about the decision.
I'm happy I could help make you feel less nervous!🥰
This was so helpful in picking a printer. Thank you for sharing this information!!❤
Glad it was helpful! 😊🌻
Thank you for this video. It was so informative. I bought the Surecolor. I found the support from Epson unhelpful. You do have to run a minimum of two prints a week or it will clog. I have multiple machines in the same room and the Surecolor loses connection to WiFi and they don’t. The color suggestions you gave are so helpful. I love the subli flower!
I'm so glad! Thank you!
I am looking into buying sublimation material and this video is just perfect thank u
Hi Jennifer! Thank you for all your wonderful videos.
This was great……I have a ecotank, but didnt realize the inks dried out. What a mess I had. I wish I had seen this before I bought it. The software was a the issue. Maybe I will look into a Sawgrass since i am not using it everyday. Thanks so much for another great video
You are so welcome!
This was so helpful I’m going with the sawgrass as my first printer thank you
Wonderful! Good choice!
Muchisimas gracias!! Muy bien explicado me encanto!! Voy a comprar sawgrass y estaba buscando videos y con tu video decidi mi compra .muchas gracias ❤
¡De nada!
Awsome information i plan to get one soon and want the best i formation before making a decision
thank you Jennifer. Adding a printer to my Christmas list... just deciding which one!!
You are so welcome! Awesome!
This was so helpful, yet daunting at the same time. You laid out the information perfectly but I need to figure what matters most to me the home for fun crafter. 🤔
Choose what is best for you.
It's a very confusing rabbit hole! I think I know what I want and then I see something that changes my mind. I'm also a home crafter, I don't feel like I can justify the price of the Sawgrass but I'm worried I won't use the other ones enough and could run into issues. Good Luck!
You are very thorough 👍🏾. I loved watching this video. You had my full attention.
Thanks so much!
This video, as ALL of your videos was so helpful in making a decision! For now, we are going with Option #2
Good choice!
I am trying to determine if I should get the sawgrass or the EcoTank, still so hard to decide. It seems as if they are both great lol. I would really like to order my printer this month. Decisions decisions !! awesome video though !
They are both great just depends what exactly you are looking for! Good Luck!💗
Thank you for this video explaining the differences in printers. I'm reaching sublimation.
Glad it was helpful!🥰
Oh man, thank you so much. I have been looking for someone's honest opinion
You are so welcome!
Thank you Jennifer 😊.
This definitely helps narrow things down.
I have no idea what the future will bring.
If I start taking orders, I'll probably go with the Sawgrass 500. If I decide to try out sublimation, I'll look for the ecotank earlier models. 😊 ty.
The Sawgrass is definitely the best and has support.
@@JenniferMaker What makes it the best overall?
@@OGimouse1 She clearly explained the reason for her choice in this video.
I had to return my Sawgrass. The software requires Microsoft Pro or Bussines. I just have a Home edition. Had the opportunity to try it in my office computer and was awesome.
You can use an Apple with Sawgrass.
Excellent, Jennifer!!! Your videos are the best!!!
Thank you so much! 💗
So the sawgrass is what I got and I wouldn't change it for the world unless I was getting a bigger one 🙈 it requires no maintenance like she said, the software is simple and the ink is expensive but I rather give my customers great prints and charge a good price than to give them something cheap and charge a good price knowing that it wasn't worth it.
I do love the Sawgrass
I upgraded my epson eco tank 2760 for a 15000 and love it i use photshop cosmo inc
That's wonderful!
Great video. Very curious abt sublimation. But pros & cons gots me in the middle. But great info on comparisons. Thank u
I like your shoes, quite colorful and you are very resourceful, thank you Jennifer
Thank you so much!❤️
Now Brother has released a sub printer. As if it wasn't already a hard enough decision to make!
wow your videos are amazing. thank you for all the useful information
Glad you like them! 😊🌻
Continuous ink systems work great have used them for years. Sublimation or not. They make ink refills simple.
Yes! 😃
Jennifer great video. I really appreciate it. love the rating and all you shared.
I am happy to help! Thank you!
AMAZING VIDEO! Exactly what I had been looking for. Subscribedd!!!🎉❤
Yay! Thank you! ❤️
I came here because I was using an EcoTank with sublimation ink from Printers Jack. After 9 months I started to get really bad banding. I ran multiple head cleanings and alignments but could not get it to clear. I even flushed the lines, cleaned the print head, and changed the ink pad. I could not get it to print without banding so I finally called Epson. Epson refused to support me because they said I voided my warranty by changing the ink and now I need to buy a new printer. Please be advised if you buy the ET because it will void the warranty once you change out the ink.
That is the risk you take when converting a printer. It will void the warranty.
Excellent review. Thank you. I'm going with the Sawgrass.
Good choice! 😃❤️
I love my Sawgrass, glad to see it is one of the best
Yes! I agree!
Thanks so much for this Jennifer. I've had an Epson ecotank 4700 converted to sublimation that I've had for about a year and a half. I hadn't used it s]for about 8 months and I tell you those nozzles are clogged and I've cleaned the heads 50 times and I can not get it unclogged. I'm going to throw it out and get a sawgrass.
I'm sorry you had so much trouble but glad you found this helpful!
@Ember Huang No thanks.
Best review Lady Jennifer. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you, I'm new to all this. This was so helpful!
I'm glad it was helpful!
really wish I had seen this video before I purchased my Cricut. This seems so much easier and a little cheaper then using the Cricut.
Sublimation is not inexpensive. You can make great inexpensive things with a Cricut. They are fantastic machines.
Of all comparison points, I have to say that price (including inks) and quality of printing are the most important to me. I was told to get a printer that accepts 13 x 19 inches paper
It makes your life easier in the long run if you decide to do bigger images. Right now I really wish I would have spent the extra 300 dollars and purchased one that does 13x19 as I'm trying to do my graduation cap and it's 9x9 so hard to do correctly with a max of 8.5x14
It would depend on what you want to do with it. Go for what is most important to you.
This video was extremely helpful, I really wish I had it before I bought my Epson Workforce. The only thing I didn't find helpful was the link that was provided for the workforce. There isn't any information or further instructions provided just a quick blurb strongly discouraging viewers to buy it, and a link to the Ecotank. That doesn't help the ones that already have it, like me lol.
I'm sorry. I had hoped to have videos like the others however I found that really do not like the Workforce and do not recommend using it. 🥰
Love my surecolor f170! And the maintenance tank is replaceable
Glad to hear that!
Thanks Jennifer! You hit every key note that's so critical in purchasing a sublimation printer!!! BRAVO, VERY impressive video! I instantly know, after watching this all the way through, which is the best printer for me as I want something that is easy to use and low maintenance...the Sawgrass wins! and I know this video is older but Amazon has ink that's less than $200. Can Hiipoo sub ink be used in the Sawgrass?
another question...Sawgrass has the software needed. Why is software needed to print a picture and apply via heat press or cup press? I have a couple of Cricut cutters and I'd like to download images and sublimate them on mugs, t shirts etc...so software is needed for this? ty
Use of Third Party Inks will immediately void your warranty. Since they are not made by Sawgrass, we cannot predict how they will react in the machine and what issues may arise, or how to fix them. We do not recommend switching your ink type. care.sawgrassink.com/hc/en-us/articles/10621395809435-Ink-Sets-Which-One-to-Choose#:~:text=Use%20of%20Third%20Party%20Inks,recommend%20switching%20your%20ink%20type.
Software is needed to manage the settings of your sublimation printer. This includes ensuring the correct color profiles are used and that the design is printed in the right orientation (e.g., mirrored for text).
You had me at "without any weeding." 🤣
😆 😂 ❤️
Beware of the Epson clogged nozzles unless it is used frequently.
Great tip! 😊🌻
I'm curious of the paper sizes and how big they will print.
There are more details on the blog post here. jennifermaker.com/best-sublimation-printer/
Very helpful. Thanks so much!
Glad it was helpful!
Jennifer. Great, informative, video. I'm at the point where I'm ready to purchase a sublimation printer. Think I'll get an Epson EcoTank 4000 series. So super helpful for me. Also reading comment has been great as well. Maureen
Thank you!
I love my eco tank but I also use my normal one and sub one on a daily or weekly basis. I also just changed my printer setting for the sublimation printer but I found a video on which setting to set it to
Thanks for sharing!
This video is very informative. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
I got the 7820 and the brand new cartridges. I filled them up but it’s not printing any color now. What did I do wrong.
What's the best Bamford for your buck when buying a a beginner a sublimation printer?
Any of the Ecotanks will work! 🥰
That was SO helpful. Thank you!
You're so welcome! 💗
Very helpful review
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for sharing❤❤❤❤❤❤ first time doing this
you are welcome🥰
Absolutely the best comparison video I've seen yet. Thank you so much for making this! I do have a question... I've heard that conversation of a regular printer to a sublimation printer can cause issues because of the heat, causing damage to the ink. Is this true?
Yes, the heads can easily dry out. If you live in a warm, dry climate or keep your heat up high in the winter, your sublimation ink may dry out more quickly. If you do not have a self maintenance printer you will need to run it a minimum of 1 to 2 times per week.
Thank you!
Great comparison, thank you 🙏
My pleasure!💗
Hi Jennifer, this is a bit off topic, but I just purchased a Saw Grass printer as a result of watching your video. I have my fairly new Cricut, and accessories. I had in mind that I could print something out, on my new printer, and then cut the design with Cricut. An all over print, like scrapbooking paper, and then put it on one of my cricut mats, and cut it out, then use it on a mug, or t-shirt ect. I hope this isn't getting into two separate crafts for expense sake. 😁
Lol i’m curious what your question was😁💟💟💟💟💟💟
@@MzHolliWudKitti 🤣🤣 I was wondering the same thing!
Great video. I would just like to know how you shortlisted the four out of the many other options out there. What was the criteria?
I chose those based on brand familiarity and pricing 💗
GREAT INFO- helping my daughter research all this - she is a beginner with all this. can you use hippo ink with Saw grass printer?
No, you cannot. To keep the warranty you need to use Sawgrass ink.
What do you mean "after figuring out their profiles" ? Are there adjustments that have to be done after set up? I am EXTREMELY NEW to sublimation, in fact I haven't even tried it yet. Just like I am interested in Tumblers but know nothing.
Yes, there are adjustments to do in the printer profiles.
Is there a 2023 update on printers? Thanks so much for all the great videos!
This is my latest tutorial on printers but there is not really any difference at this point.
@@JenniferMaker, thank you!
Very helpful, thanks
I'm glad it was helpful!
So are Kate you and your review!
Excellent video! Thank you ❤
Glad you liked it!
Thanks Jennifer! This video is great! Which specific EcoTank do you use?
I show all of them in the video but I mainly use my Sawgrass
@@JenniferMaker Thanks. I slowed it down to see the model of the EcoTank 😊
What do you mean by downloading a printer profile? Is this something with the software I assume? And is it offered within the software that comes with the printer?
Thanks so much for these videos, they are truly help me father the info I need to start my side business!
You are so welcome. Good luck! Here is some more information. jennifermaker.com/epson-ecotank-setup-video/