I’ve been waiting a while to tell you about this.
In my defense, I wanted to test this new machine before writing about it. In reality, I was too scarred from dealing with another photo printer mishap and didn’t feel like writing about it.
Brace yourself for some printer drama.
Earlier this year, I told you about my new photo printer, an HP 5510, and the issues I had with it. I was able to get a warranty replacement, but I did not recommend the product.
So I had the replacement machine. I leave the house and the printer goes unused for a couple of weeks. What happens when I return? The same freaking problem that it had last time. LINES all over the photos and everything turned orange.
I was pretty pissed.
I got a warranty replacement again. It did not set my mind to rest. How long would I have to wait before it broke again? If it keeps breaking, how good are these photos? I became convinced that if the machine was that flimsy, I’d probably find a couple of years down the road that the photos were crap.
That was it. HP was dead to me and I decided to invest in a higher quality machine. Mr. P agreed so he wouldn’t have to hear me complain since it would put my mind at ease.
Lots and LOTS of research later and after a chat with the lovely Ali Edwards, I bought an Epson Stylus R2000. Yes, I spent a bit more money than on the last printer, but I was tired of second guessing the longevity of my pictures. I do all my photo printing at home, so the machine matters.
I’ve been mostly pleased with it so far – still working out a couple of kinks, but the photo quality and speed are really good!
One thing though – it is a huge machine. I didn’t need a wide format printer (it can print up to 13 inches wide), just one that was good quality. Unfortunately getting that quality means a bigger machine with more bells and whistles. I had to have a coworker carry it to my car for me and it almost didn’t fit on my printer stand!
So that’s it – so far. I’m hoping I can keep this machine without incident for a few years!
Almost Never Clever 
You can print up to 13 inches – wow! I’m jealous 😉
I’m starting to see the possibility with this, even though when I bought the printer I didn’t think I needed it!
I was wondering what had happened with this, but I didn’t want to jinx things and ask!
Yes, best not to disturb the printing mojo. I never know what will happen next.
This printer looks so cool! I love that it can print up to 13 inches! That is awesome!!
I’m somewhat intimidated by it! I’m getting used to the features though!
Hi Natalie, I’m curious if there were any notable kinks or major cons that arose since you purchased the printer over 2 years ago. Did the investment pan out? Thank You!
Hi Henry — generally the printer has been working really well. However, there have been issues if I go for a few weeks without using it. I summarized that in a post here.