- Epson introduces Readyprint Max, Bundling of Printers and Ink via Subscription
- Plans can be customized based on your printing needs, including number of pages
- Ink vessels automatically and the printer must remain online to track use
Epson has introduced a new way for users to access printing through a subscription model that looks closely how many people already pay for phones or streaming services.
The new Readyprint Max plan offers customers an ECOTank printer along with regular ink deliveries starting from as low as the equivalent of $ 7.99 per day. Month for a 50-page plan.
The model eliminates the need for costs in advance, making it easier to start printing without a large initial purchase.
A constant supply of ink
After selecting a printer that suits their needs, users choose a side plan based on how much they expect to print. The company sends the printer and keeps track of ink levels externally and delivers new ink before it runs out.
Readyprint Max is compatible with a number of Epson’s Ecotank printers. Models differ in features and price points that cover basic home printing up for the use of the higher binding office.
Options such as Ecotank ET-2870U and ET-M1170 focus on cheap printing, while others like ET-5850U and ET-16650U are aimed at users who need faster speeds, higher capacity or A3 prints.
Plans scale with use offering monthly quotas from 50 to 3,000 pages. Users can change their plan every month if their needs change and when the 18-month obligation ends, subscriptions can continue on a monthly basis.
As you would expect, early cancellation fees apply if a user leaves before the minimum period is up, even if Epson offers a 14-day cancellation window at first.
To keep everything running smoothly, the printer has to hold connected to the Internet, allowing firmware updates and squirring.
Ink is provided proactively so users do not have to worry about ordering refill. If a customer chooses to end the plan, the printer must be returned in good condition to avoid a penalty.
Readyprint Max reflects a shift against service -based models, giving users flexibility in how to access and manage printing at home or in the office. It is currently offered in selected European countries, including the UK and Germany, and is expected to be launched in the United States, which already has Readyprint.
