Epson EcoTank ET-2988 is an affordable inkjet printer that replaces standard cartridges with refillable ink containers. It offers a print resolution of up to 4800 x 1200 dpi, and the manufacturer asserts that this will yield vibrant, realistic images and sharp text. Regarding user ratings, Costco customers assigned this Epson printer a score of 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 58 reviews. A number of shoppers appreciated the print quality, but several reviewers encountered Wi-Fi and software problems.
Issues reported include sluggish network connections and interrupted internet access. One user experienced a problem where the printer would essentially “enter sleep mode” and not reactivate, while another noted that the ET-2988 would abruptly cease printing a document partway through. Many users also expressed dissatisfaction with the initial setup, which they found confusing and time-consuming.
At $200, it could be worth considering the ET-2988, particularly since Costco offers a 90-day return policy for most electronics.