Replacing the XP-8600 Small-in-One, Epson's Expression Photo XP-8700 Wireless All-in-One ($249.99) is an entry-level inkjet all-in-one (AIO) printer with solid photo printing chops and limited copying and scanning prowess. Like several photo-centric home and home-office multifunctions, the XP-8700 has a flatbed scanner without an automatic document feeder (ADF) for handling multipage documents. It also uses conventional ink cartridges instead of the refillable bulk-ink reservoirs of Epson's EcoTank, Canon's MegaTank, and HP's Smart Tank Plus printers, making it more expensive to use than many competitors. But if your primary concern is quality photo output, the six-ink Expression Photo XP-8700 delivers swiftly and nimbly.A Compact and Photo-Ready Multifunction Model While the XP-8700 doesn't carry the Small-in-One name, its size (7.2 by 20.7 by 13.7 inches) and weight (about 15 pounds) are identical to its predecessor's. That makes it about average in comparison to, or perhaps a l...
Need excellent-quality borderless photos at sizes up to 8.5 by 11 inches? Epson's six-ink Expression Photo XP-8700 will get you those sharp prints, plus do some light-duty document handling.
Excellent output quality, especially for photos; Versatile mobile connectivity and flash memory device support; Handy control panel
High running costs; No automatic document feeder; Slower than most competitors