Epson Artisan 800 - Anyone Tried It?

technomom · December 13th, 2008

Ok, my old R220 from Epson is about to get replaced. I've used and abused it for 3 years and it's on the blink - no longer feeds heavyweight papers. Uh Huh.

I'm totally sold on Epson, so don't even try to recommend anything else.

My question is, do you, or anyone you know have experience with the new Artisan line of printers from Epson? I've heard soooo many good things about them, but when I get on CNET they say it's flimsy and has paper feed issues?!?!?!

Seriously, I don't want to sink almost $300 into a printer that's going to cause frustration when I'm in the middle of a 1,000 label order for a client!

If you have either the Artisan 700 or 800, or have seen it work, please advise me!

**Johnny** · December 13th, 2008

I always been of an HP person myself. Epson does make some nice though.

technomom · December 13th, 2008

We have an HP all in one, and it does ok for quick prints/copies, etc, but I'm just not satisfied with the colors when it comes to high quality photos. I've used several HP's, and it's always the same...

I've been sold on Epson for years. Mom and I did a lot of research when she was going into a business supply/service company and I think we've found the best. :-)

I hear Canon makes some wonderful image quality printers too, but I can't afford their ink. haha

**LordOfLA** · December 13th, 2008

HP/Epson generally make the best printers you can get.

Gigabot · December 13th, 2008

Originally Posted by technomom

Ok, my old R220 from Epson is about to get replaced. I've used and abused it for 3 years and it's on the blink - no longer feeds heavyweight papers. Uh Huh.

I'm totally sold on Epson, so don't even try to recommend anything else.

My question is, do you, or anyone you know have experience with the new Artisan line of printers from Epson? I've heard soooo many good things about them, but when I get on CNET they say it's flimsy and has paper feed issues?!?!?!

Seriously, I don't want to sink almost $300 into a printer that's going to cause frustration when I'm in the middle of a 1,000 label order for a client!

If you have either the Artisan 700 or 800, or have seen it work, please advise me!

I've only tried HP, but I did find some online reviews that you can take a look at for the Epson Artisan 800.

Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Epson-Artisan-.../dp/B001DJ9IAA

Gizmodo:
http://gizmodo.com/5062889/epson-art...ghtning-review

Computer Shopper:
http://computershopper.com/printers/...on-artisan-800

I hope you will find a review in one of these links that will help you make up your mind.

**Johnny** · December 13th, 2008

The main thing I do not like about some of the epson things is the gravity fed system they have for the paper. I can't tell you how many times that failed and I ended up having to feed the paper manually !

technomom · December 13th, 2008

Originally Posted by Gigabot

I've only tried HP, but I did find some online reviews that you can take a look at for the Epson Artisan 800.

Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Epson-Artisan-.../dp/B001DJ9IAA

Gizmodo:
http://gizmodo.com/5062889/epson-art...ghtning-review

Computer Shopper:
http://computershopper.com/printers/...on-artisan-800

I hope you will find a review in one of these links that will help you make up your mind.

Thank you, thank you, thank you!
And, I most certainly gave you some reputation points for being helpful!!!

Off to read more of those reviews...

technomom · December 14th, 2008

Accckkk. I am completely torn. Every other review is glowing with praise. It's the ones in between that scare me. I guess I could get it, but make sure I have a good warranty/returns policy in case it turns out to be a dud.

I know what I need it to do, so I could try some of everything in the first few days and if it gives me any trouble at all, it'll be going back to the store. lol

I'd just be thrilled to replace this old Epson and my HP all in one, with just one machine to do everything. One to buy ink for. One to have taking up space on my desk... and, the 800 comes with document feed which I could really use!!!

trukkmann · December 14th, 2008

We were all-in-one shopping recently and I really wanted an epson I spotted. Got to the register at Staples and found out they dont accept empty epson printer cartridges for credit like they do other vendors. So we went with an HP wireless standalone. BIG mistake. Any time wireless settings change on the home LAN the printer software has to be reinstalled on every computer in the house. And when it comes to the software, it takes 20 minutes to install just the part to make the printer work (you know how you can uncheck 'Shop for ink online' 'Image Editor' etc). Despite Staples' lack of interest in recycling epson cartridges I would opt for one in the future. We have a Staples business discount card which really steered our decision.

**Johnny** · December 14th, 2008

Originally Posted by trukkmann

We were all-in-one shopping recently and I really wanted an epson I spotted. Got to the register at Staples and found out they dont accept empty epson printer cartridges for credit like they do other vendors. So we went with an HP wireless standalone. BIG mistake. Any time wireless settings change on the home LAN the printer software has to be reinstalled on every computer in the house. And when it comes to the software, it takes 20 minutes to install just the part to make the printer work (you know how you can uncheck 'Shop for ink online' 'Image Editor' etc). Despite Staples' lack of interest in recycling epson cartridges I would opt for one in the future. We have a Staples business discount card which really steered our decision.

I wouldn't hook it up wirelessly. running it from the router in a central location is good enough. Plus the speed would better. This is why they make print servers

trukkmann · December 14th, 2008

I would, but it has no ethernet port. USB or 802.11g is all you get.

**Johnny** · December 14th, 2008

In that case you can hook it to a regular computer and share it with the other pc's on the network.

trukkmann · December 14th, 2008

That's why I have it hooked up wirelessly, so I don't have to do that. I just try not to mess with the wireless settings in the router and it does ok.

technomom · December 15th, 2008

Thanks guys! I'm still hunting. Waiting for a check from a client, then I'm purchasing this thing! lol I can't wait!!!

RonStarusnak · December 15th, 2008

Originally Posted by Johnny

I always been of an HP person myself. Epson does make some nice though.

Same here, stick with HP just an updated one.

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technomom Techno Mom Joined: December 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 37 Reputation: 60 Power: 55	Epson Artisan 800 - Anyone Tried It? Ok, my old R220 from Epson is about to get replaced. I've used and abused it for 3 years and it's on the blink - no longer feeds heavyweight papers. Uh Huh. I'm totally sold on Epson, so don't even try to recommend anything else. My question is, do you, or anyone you know have experience with the new Artisan line of printers from Epson? I've heard soooo many good things about them, but when I get on CNET they say it's flimsy and has paper feed issues?!?!?! Seriously, I don't want to sink almost $300 into a printer that's going to cause frustration when I'm in the middle of a 1,000 label order for a client! If you have either the Artisan 700 or 800, or have seen it work, please advise me!

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Johnny .. Commodore .. Joined: January 2004 Location: Happy Valley Posts: 5,021 Reputation: 2369 Power: 187	Re: Epson Artisan 800 - Anyone Tried It? I always been of an HP person myself. Epson does make some nice though. Load "*",8,1 ...

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technomom Techno Mom Joined: December 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 37 Reputation: 60 Power: 55	Re: Epson Artisan 800 - Anyone Tried It? We have an HP all in one, and it does ok for quick prints/copies, etc, but I'm just not satisfied with the colors when it comes to high quality photos. I've used several HP's, and it's always the same... I've been sold on Epson for years. Mom and I did a lot of research when she was going into a business supply/service company and I think we've found the best. :-) I hear Canon makes some wonderful image quality printers too, but I can't afford their ink. haha

December 13th, 2008	Top \| #4
LordOfLA Godlike! Joined: February 2004 Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire, UK Posts: 7,032 Blog Entries: 5 Reputation: 4137 Power: 225	Re: Epson Artisan 800 - Anyone Tried It? HP/Epson generally make the best printers you can get. If HK-47 and GLaDOS had a child, the character they create would cause the video game world to overdose on awesome. -sheridanmovieguy: Dragon age forum user.

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Gigabot OSNN Senior Addict Joined: December 2008 Location: USA Posts: 406 Reputation: 110 Power: 60	Re: Epson Artisan 800 - Anyone Tried It? Originally Posted by technomom Ok, my old R220 from Epson is about to get replaced. I've used and abused it for 3 years and it's on the blink - no longer feeds heavyweight papers. Uh Huh. I'm totally sold on Epson, so don't even try to recommend anything else. My question is, do you, or anyone you know have experience with the new Artisan line of printers from Epson? I've heard soooo many good things about them, but when I get on CNET they say it's flimsy and has paper feed issues?!?!?! Seriously, I don't want to sink almost $300 into a printer that's going to cause frustration when I'm in the middle of a 1,000 label order for a client! If you have either the Artisan 700 or 800, or have seen it work, please advise me! I've only tried HP, but I did find some online reviews that you can take a look at for the Epson Artisan 800. Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Epson-Artisan-.../dp/B001DJ9IAA Gizmodo: http://gizmodo.com/5062889/epson-art...ghtning-review Computer Shopper: http://computershopper.com/printers/...on-artisan-800 I hope you will find a review in one of these links that will help you make up your mind.

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Johnny .. Commodore .. Joined: January 2004 Location: Happy Valley Posts: 5,021 Reputation: 2369 Power: 187	Re: Epson Artisan 800 - Anyone Tried It? The main thing I do not like about some of the epson things is the gravity fed system they have for the paper. I can't tell you how many times that failed and I ended up having to feed the paper manually ! Load "*",8,1 ...

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technomom Techno Mom Joined: December 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 37 Reputation: 60 Power: 55	Re: Epson Artisan 800 - Anyone Tried It? Originally Posted by Gigabot I've only tried HP, but I did find some online reviews that you can take a look at for the Epson Artisan 800. Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Epson-Artisan-.../dp/B001DJ9IAA Gizmodo: http://gizmodo.com/5062889/epson-art...ghtning-review Computer Shopper: http://computershopper.com/printers/...on-artisan-800 I hope you will find a review in one of these links that will help you make up your mind. Thank you, thank you, thank you! And, I most certainly gave you some reputation points for being helpful!!! Off to read more of those reviews...

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technomom Techno Mom Joined: December 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 37 Reputation: 60 Power: 55	Re: Epson Artisan 800 - Anyone Tried It? Accckkk. I am completely torn. Every other review is glowing with praise. It's the ones in between that scare me. I guess I could get it, but make sure I have a good warranty/returns policy in case it turns out to be a dud. I know what I need it to do, so I could try some of everything in the first few days and if it gives me any trouble at all, it'll be going back to the store. lol I'd just be thrilled to replace this old Epson and my HP all in one, with just one machine to do everything. One to buy ink for. One to have taking up space on my desk... and, the 800 comes with document feed which I could really use!!!

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trukkmann OSNN Addict Joined: July 2005 Posts: 110 Reputation: 70 Power: 97	Re: Epson Artisan 800 - Anyone Tried It? We were all-in-one shopping recently and I really wanted an epson I spotted. Got to the register at Staples and found out they dont accept empty epson printer cartridges for credit like they do other vendors. So we went with an HP wireless standalone. BIG mistake. Any time wireless settings change on the home LAN the printer software has to be reinstalled on every computer in the house. And when it comes to the software, it takes 20 minutes to install just the part to make the printer work (you know how you can uncheck 'Shop for ink online' 'Image Editor' etc). Despite Staples' lack of interest in recycling epson cartridges I would opt for one in the future. We have a Staples business discount card which really steered our decision. abit IP 35 Pro w/ BIOS v17 - Q6600 (G0-SLACR) 400x8=3200MHz Thermalright Ultra-90 w/90mm Tornado @ 52C Load 2x2GB G.Skill PC2 6400 @ 5-5-5-15 2T/1.9v@1:1 Cooler Master eXtreme Power 550w PSU - Cooler Master Centurion 5 case eVGA 8800 GTS 320MB/320bit @ stock with Zalman VF-1000 keeps temps ~60C Load Western Digital 250 GB SATA3 - Lite-On 20x DVD+/-RW with Lightscribe Win7 Ultimate x64

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Johnny .. Commodore .. Joined: January 2004 Location: Happy Valley Posts: 5,021 Reputation: 2369 Power: 187	Re: Epson Artisan 800 - Anyone Tried It? Originally Posted by trukkmann We were all-in-one shopping recently and I really wanted an epson I spotted. Got to the register at Staples and found out they dont accept empty epson printer cartridges for credit like they do other vendors. So we went with an HP wireless standalone. BIG mistake. Any time wireless settings change on the home LAN the printer software has to be reinstalled on every computer in the house. And when it comes to the software, it takes 20 minutes to install just the part to make the printer work (you know how you can uncheck 'Shop for ink online' 'Image Editor' etc). Despite Staples' lack of interest in recycling epson cartridges I would opt for one in the future. We have a Staples business discount card which really steered our decision. I wouldn't hook it up wirelessly. running it from the router in a central location is good enough. Plus the speed would better. This is why they make print servers Load "*",8,1 ...

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trukkmann OSNN Addict Joined: July 2005 Posts: 110 Reputation: 70 Power: 97	Re: Epson Artisan 800 - Anyone Tried It? I would, but it has no ethernet port. USB or 802.11g is all you get. abit IP 35 Pro w/ BIOS v17 - Q6600 (G0-SLACR) 400x8=3200MHz Thermalright Ultra-90 w/90mm Tornado @ 52C Load 2x2GB G.Skill PC2 6400 @ 5-5-5-15 2T/1.9v@1:1 Cooler Master eXtreme Power 550w PSU - Cooler Master Centurion 5 case eVGA 8800 GTS 320MB/320bit @ stock with Zalman VF-1000 keeps temps ~60C Load Western Digital 250 GB SATA3 - Lite-On 20x DVD+/-RW with Lightscribe Win7 Ultimate x64

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Johnny .. Commodore .. Joined: January 2004 Location: Happy Valley Posts: 5,021 Reputation: 2369 Power: 187	Re: Epson Artisan 800 - Anyone Tried It? In that case you can hook it to a regular computer and share it with the other pc's on the network. Load "*",8,1 ...

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trukkmann OSNN Addict Joined: July 2005 Posts: 110 Reputation: 70 Power: 97	Re: Epson Artisan 800 - Anyone Tried It? That's why I have it hooked up wirelessly, so I don't have to do that. I just try not to mess with the wireless settings in the router and it does ok. abit IP 35 Pro w/ BIOS v17 - Q6600 (G0-SLACR) 400x8=3200MHz Thermalright Ultra-90 w/90mm Tornado @ 52C Load 2x2GB G.Skill PC2 6400 @ 5-5-5-15 2T/1.9v@1:1 Cooler Master eXtreme Power 550w PSU - Cooler Master Centurion 5 case eVGA 8800 GTS 320MB/320bit @ stock with Zalman VF-1000 keeps temps ~60C Load Western Digital 250 GB SATA3 - Lite-On 20x DVD+/-RW with Lightscribe Win7 Ultimate x64

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technomom Techno Mom Joined: December 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 37 Reputation: 60 Power: 55	Re: Epson Artisan 800 - Anyone Tried It? Thanks guys! I'm still hunting. Waiting for a check from a client, then I'm purchasing this thing! lol I can't wait!!!

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RonStarusnak OSNN Addict Joined: December 2008 Posts: 51 Reputation: 20 Power: 55	Re: Epson Artisan 800 - Anyone Tried It? Originally Posted by Johnny I always been of an HP person myself. Epson does make some nice though. Same here, stick with HP just an updated one.

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