Coming from an old HP all in one (don't buy HP), this unit has been a dream. Printing is fast and reliable, the software isn't a nuisance (except the fax items) and it just works. Even after installing a separate ink module to extend the ink life which had plenty of issues, it still beats on like a drum. The biggest complaint is the bed scanning to file.
First, it's a little annoying to set up your destination (you have to save it as a contact...huh?). But that's not the worst part and easy after it's done. No, it's the orientation that's the most annoying. Typically you'd approach the printer scanner from the front and assume any orientation choices would be relative to that direction. But with this scanner, it's turned counter clockwise 90 degrees as the point of reference, basically the same as the auto feeder tray for a standard 8.5x11. This gets frustrating when scanning lots of documents or pictures because it's always a guessing game, especially when you use the Auto Sizing feauture (as opposed to choosing the exact pic/doc size each time) which automatically determines which orientation you've got and you have no choice. It's the most frustrating thing about the printer. And a 2nd place is if you save a custom scan present (say for the bed scanner) and try to use it with the auto feeder, you get a message that you have to start from scratch and make a new present, specifically for that scanning source. It's really too bad they couldn't have had a more nimble algorithm that could apply the features of one source to another.
However, these issues happen for maybe 5% of your usage and the rest of the time it rocks.
So ... this printer is huge! The stated dimensions are correct, and it's hard to be smaller and handle 13x19 prints and 11x17 scans, but buyer beware--this printer is massive.
Anyway, once you get over the size, there's a lot to love (much like my St Bernard!). For starters it does everything you'd expect (scan, copy, print, fax,etc...) but again, it can do all of the above at enormous sizes (while still handling letter sized tasks with aplomb). It supports two sided printing and scans, and it has huge trays for stuff going in (35 page feeder for scans and 500 page paper tray) as well as output.
Being an Epson, it does pretty darn good photo printing (even edge to edge prints at poster sizes), but this is more of a office printer that is aimed at PowerPoints than a large format photo printer (Epson will sell you one of those for quite a bit more, but they'll blow you away). In the context of small office use, it's crazy fast, doesn't need to warmup (like a laser), and uses pigment inks (bleed less and simply are better than dye based inks). It's easy to add to a network, does quite a bit without a PC (using the small but effective screen), and supports various phones and tablets.
What's not to like? Well, if you don't need large format printing AND scanning, there are options that print large format prints and scan legal size documents that are much smaller, and ones that max out for legal sized prints and scans that are smaller still. The price is very competitive, but you aren't getting the heavy build of a HP LaserJet (especially the ones of years gone by), and consumables do add up.
I'd recommend this for a small office that needs more than a consumer printer but doesn't want to get into managed printing or invest in a laser printer.
Having installed many printers over the past 25 years, this was the easiest installation ever! After unpacking this monster, it took no more than 10 minutes to get the software installed on Windows 10 Pro, and it automatically updated the firmware and registered with Epson. On many other HP and Epson network printers I usually have to do a lot of tweaking to get other network computers to connect, but not this one. I use this on a wired network, and every computer was able to connect immediately without issues. I do a lot of printing on both Letter and Tabloid sizes, and it's such a pleasure not to have to change paper trays. I generally use 24lb paper, so the trays do not hold 500 sheets, maybe around 425-450. The only issue I found was e-mail printing from EpsonConnect - the document printed just fine, but it did not use my selected fonts - it reverted to standard fonts, but I don't believe this is an issue with the printer itself, but rather with EpsonConnect. The weight of this machine instills confidence in its construction. I will be monitoring ink usage and will update later. So far, so good!!!
Unfortunately we don't have wireless access to use all the features of this printer. We ended up hardwiring it but it works great. We also wanted a scanner that would scan to a thumb drive and this does that. Love the two 500 sheet trays. Two sided printing and two sided scanning works awesome no need to flip the paper to print the other side. 11 X 17 printing and copying will allow us to make some of our own posters. Great options for a reasonable priced printer. We are very pleased with our purchase. It also has fax capabilities but we do not have access in our small country church. Very easy to set up.
Scans 11x17 and prints up to 13x19. And, you can print Photos. down to 3x5 with great quality. Epson's Durabrite ink notoriously plugs nozzles. A CISS (Continuous Ink Supply System) is highly recommended. Make sure you use "dye" ink. I used the XPRO V system and their Dye ink. Way cheaper than Epson ink
Feature Product
- Get Performance Beyond Laser - the WorkForce WF-7720, powered by PrecisionCore
- Print-shop quality - borderless prints up to 13" x 19".Document Sizes:11.7 x 17 inches max. size. Dimensions: Printing: 22.3 x 32.2 x 13.4 inches and Storage: 22.3 x 19.1 x 13.4 inches
- Economical - uses up to 80 percent less power vs. color laser printers (4)
- High-volume printing - 500-sheet capacity, dual trays, plus a rear feed for specialty paper; 125-sheet output tray
- Auto 2-sided print, copy, scan and fax - plus 35-page Auto Document Feeder
- Never run out of ink again - Printer features Amazon Dash Replenishment which, after activation, keeps track of your ink usage and orders more from Amazon when you are running low
Description
Powered by PrecisionCore, the WorkForce WF-7720 wide-format all-in-one printer quickly produces print-shop-quality borderless prints up to 13" x 19" and scans up to 11" x 17". A versatile inkjet, it features 500-sheet capacity, dual trays, plus a rear feed for specialty paper, ensuring powerful productivity for any office. It also includes auto 2-sided print, copy, scan and fax, plus a 35-page Auto Document Feeder. Use the 4.3" color touchscreen for easy navigation and control. Featuring the ultimate in wired and wireless networking, the WF-7720 makes it easy to print from tablets and smartphones (1), and includes Wi-Fi Direct (2), Ethernet and NFC (3).
† Black and color print speeds are measured in accordance with ISO/IEC 24734. Actual print times will vary based on system configuration, software, and page complexity. For more information, visit our official site.
1. Most features require an Internet connection to the printer, as well as an Internet- and/or email-enabled device. For a list of Epson Connect enabled printers and compatible devices and apps, visit our official site.
2. Wi-Fi CERTIFIED; level of performance subject to the range of the router being used. Wi-Fi Direct may require printer software.
3. NFC requires use of a device that includes NFC, and may require additional software.
4. Up to 80 percent based on comparing manufacturers’ reported TEC values of the best-selling, A3 color laser printers priced at $999 (USD) or less with print speeds of 30 ppm or less as of December 2016. Actual power savings will vary by product model and usage.
5. See our website for convenient and reasonable recycling options.
6. SmartWay is an innovative partnership of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency that reduces greenhouse gases and other air pollutants and improves fuel efficiency. Power Consumption: Standalone Copy Printing: Approx. 19 W ISO 24712|Ready: Approx. 8.5. Temperature - Operating: 50 ° to 95 °F (10 ° to 35 °C) W|Sleep - Approx.1.7 W|Power Off: Approx. 0.3 W
I have owned this since April 4, 2018. This is a terrific printer. I really like it. Everything about it is great and works great, starting from the packaging to the well-conceived installation process to the software to the functionality. The print quality is great. It's quiet and fast. It is loaded with features and prints large format! I have yet to try printing a photo, so I'll postpone comments on that. The one thing you need to note (as many reviewers have) is that it is fairly large -- which makes complete sense, considering it's capabilities -- so check the dimensions against your available space. Trust me: if you have the space, you WILL BE HAPPY you bought this printer!
Have to say that the printer I received was defective but Epson immediately sent a replacement out and it works perfectly. It is much faster than I expected (even the color printing) and is very neat and clear. I have been using Epson for years.....even bought my own printer for work because of the reliability......and I can't say enough good about the company or this particular printer. Kudos to Epson for replacing the original without any problems and to Amazon for selling them at a reasonable price!! Thank, guys!!!
Wow, really enjoying this printer. Using it for business: posters, directions, product information, and attention grabbers. Photo quality is very good and the large format gives authenticity to what's printed since I breaks from the ''see it every day'' 8.5x11. Wifi and network printing have been easy except for needing to wake it up to process network jobs. Have had some minor issues with the thumb drive transfer also but nothing that would decrease rating IMO.
I use this printer every day in an architectural office and typically print black-and-white and color line drawings, text pages, and the occasional rendering or photograph. While this printer won't compete with the dedicated 6-color photo printer when it comes to photos it prints a darn fine image as long as you feed it quality paper and ink. I've found that the budget "generic" inks are fine for working prints but the Epson brand inks are far, far superior for presentation and deliverable quality images.
Contrary to what Epson support will tell you, this printer WILL take 12x18 paper in tray 2, you just have to create a custom paper size in the printer. It's very nice to be able to print exact 50% reductions of 24x36 sheets economically.
I only have two minor gripes about this printer: 1) The paper trays don't hold much paper. I'd prefer to pay slightly more for a version that held 500+ sheets in each tray (and came with three or four trays), and 2) The internal mechanisms occasionally make plastic-y squeaking noises.
I purchased it for the 11 x 17 capabilities as well as to have just one printer instead of two. Appears to work fine but I haven't figured out how to scan from the machine to the computer. It works good when controlling it from the computer (load doc's then go to computer to scan), but can't get it to work when I try from the printer. Quality of Print is good. Concerned about the ink supply, but it seems to be holding up so far and have spare on hand. UPDATE: I've now had this printer for 3 months and just replaced the black ink cartridge (the one they shipped with it, which is smaller than normal). Very happy with it and I use it for 11 x 17 prints mostly. I've updated to 4-1/2 stars and would get five if I could figure out how to scane from the printer to the computer.
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