Epson WorkForce 645 Ink Cartridges

Epson 645 Printer Review

The Epson WorkForce 645 has a multifunction design and a nice range of features to work efficiently for offices. However, reviews notes that tests on speed fall below the average expectations of those in its class, with ISO printing rates reaching a maximum of 15 pages per minute for monochrome and 7 pages per minute for color. For a moderately affordable retail price, buyers who can overlook slower speeds will benefit from the inkjet's low-cost WorkForce 645 printer ink replacements and versatile functionality.

The device provides Wi-FI and the manufacturer's iPrint technology for flexible connectivity that allows users to implement mobile applications and print directly from tablets and smartphones. The unit's front panel is extensive and user-friendly, providing a 2.5-inch LCD display and management buttons like a shortcut for double-sided printing, a pad to navigate menu options and a variety of specialized fax controls. The panel also comes with a memory card slot that supports printing photos without a computer.

The built-in scanner and fax machine have a variety of elements to help it support office use, including up to 180 pages of fax memory, the ability to scan directly to a PC, email address, or memory card and a 30-sheet automatic document feeder for multiple-page projects. The total paper handling capacity is only 250 pages but should suit low-volume use. Although the device accepts such specialty image media like glossy photo paper, its photo output is subpar despite an optimized resolution of 5760x1440 dpi using color Epson 645 printer ink.

The machine operates with separate black, cyan, magenta and yellow Epson 645 ink cartridges, but the availability of remanufactured replacements contribute to a relatively low cost per page. The option of high-capacity 775-sheet color supplies and a 945-sheet black WorkForce 645 ink supply can be useful for those looking to replace them less frequently.

While color photo output and speeds don't quite compare to similar models, the 645 is an easy-to-use inkjet multifunction printer. With its cost-efficient Epson 645 ink cartridges and wireless connectivity, it is an excellent value at its price point.