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The Top 5 T-Shirt Printing Machines of 2020 [w/ Comparison Table]

Your choices for garment decoration are ever-expanding. Today’s options include traditional screen prints, embroidery, applique, transfers and the increasingly popular digital direct-to-garment (DTG) printing.

Since its inception, the number of manufacturers and models in the DTG market space has been in constant flux. Many well-marketed machines, once prevalent in discussions and trade show halls, have now nearly vanished.

However, over the last several years there have consistently been a handful of manufacturers leading the pack. Below, we’ve compared 2019’s top five DTG t-shirt printing machine models:

Epson F2100
Brother GTX
Col-Desi (DTG Digital) M2
Kornit Breeze
M&R M-Link-X

Epson F2100

Epson

At roughly 3’ by 5’, the Epson F2100’s footprint is more rectangular than the GTX from Brother. And at just over 1.5’ high, it’s certainly smaller. This is a table or bench top design and is not free standing, so you’ll need to plan on where it will be setup. Overall, the F2100 is a very quiet operating machine with a polished, put-together profile that works as easily in a home-based business as it does in a full production environment.

Pricing:

MSRP: $17,995
Est. Street Price: $15,995

Brother GTX

At 4.5’ by 4.25,’ the GTX is a little boxier and immediately conveys an industrial look with its predominately metal exterior. The GTX is a table or bench top unit, but with a custom stand available. This stand is recommended, as it allows users to take advantage of the open bottom design of the printer for humidification, which is often necessary for consistent operation.

Pricing:

MSRP: $22,500
Est. Street Price: $22,500

Col-Desi (DTG Digital) M2

Being the only dual platen printer of this group — meaning there are two platens to load t-shirts instead of just one — the natural thought would be that it has a much larger footprint. At about 4’ x 3,’ it occupies a similar space as the Brother, but with a much larger shadow as it’s nearly a complete rectangle.

A tabletop/bench top unit as well, the M2 will require proper arrangements. Quieter than the Brother GTX but not to the level of the Epson F2100, this unit can be an option for users that need an extra-large imaging area.

Pricing:

MSRP: $19,995
Est. Street Price: $19,995

Kornit Breeze

As the introductory machine from Kornit, the Breeze is the smallest in their line-up but one of the largest in this group. The 4’ x 5’ framework is the most modern looking by far. As the only machine in the group with an integrated pre-treatment system, the overall footprint may be smaller. Kornit’s inks are typically cured with a gas dryer, which can serve as the base table for this printer.

Pricing:

MSRP: $65,000
Est. Street Price: $62,000

M&R M-Link-X

As the only free-standing unit in this group, the M-Link-X also has the distinction of being the largest at 4. 5’ x 5.5.’ With a rugged steel frame and squared-off edging, the M-Link has the most industrial look and feel. Not the best option for home-based businesses, this unit is better suited for a production environment.

Pricing:

MSRP: $74,995
Est. Street Price: $70,995

See all pricing in the printer comparison table below

Target Audience

In comparing these models, it’s best to start with their intended target audience.

M&R and Kornit’s focus has always been toward production shops while Epson, Brother and Col-Desi have tried to broaden their audiences to include smaller garment shops and even sign and graphics shops, where t-shirts are often a complementary workflow.

In the cases of Epson and Brother, they’ve taken that a step further by targeting home-based businesses with their ease of use as well. That’s not to say that the F2100 and GTX can’t handle production, because they are both capable of running regular shifts in production shops. (Note the production volumes in the chart below.)

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Maintenance

Maintenance is usually one of the first questions from potential users of t-shirt printing machines. In this regard, the Epson and Brother receive the highest marks with their low costs (~$30 a month) and minimal manual maintenance time <5 minutes – especially when compared to the outputs. Both units feature daily automated cleaning capabilities that reduces hands-on time for the operator.

Col-Desi’s M2 uses older Epson photo print heads. And even though it doesn’t purge ink in the line to the extent of the Kornit, the maintenance cost is still a factor — both in time and material. Kornit’s Breeze pre-treats (binding agent) garments inside the t-shirt printing machine, which will add to the manual cleaning times that typically run well over an hour or two per week for maintenance.

Service & Training

For t-shirt printing machines, service and training typically fall in line right after maintenance questions. We always encourage on-site installation/training by a professional service technician. This way, you will know that your machine is functioning properly and you’re operating it correctly.

In this area, Col-Desi receives a poor grade since they only offer remote training or on-site training at their corporate offices in Florida. When it comes to getting a technician on-site, Epson and Brother come out the winners, as they have national networks of service technicians. Epson also has a 48-hour on-site guarantee built right into their warranty.

Service when you need it is always important for any DTG printer, and it’s going to start with your distributor. Some are going to be much more adept than others when it comes to addressing smaller service questions and getting you back up and running quickly.

Material Costs

There is always extensive discussion on ink costs and t-shirt costs. Far more important is the actual operation costs of any particular t-shirt printer. This is going to give you real-world costs on what producing an actual garment is, not just the cost of the ink on the shirt. Shirt cost analysis done with only the ink cost on a shirt is misleading at best and often includes numbers that get flaunted by manufacturers to one up a competitor.

Every shop is going to have different operation costs so an individual analysis should be done with your distributor to understand your overall costs. But from an equipment standpoint, Epson and Brother are the most transparent in their operation costs with easy-to-calculate shirt costs as well as expected maintenance material and time costs. Ink cost alone can be a small fraction of the overall operation, so don’t be lured in by this figure alone.

T-shirt Printer Comparison Chart

We’ve created the chart below for a side-by-side comparison of these leading printer models.

However, if you’re in the market for a DTG printer, we always recommend a consultative analysis and to demo the equipment you’re looking to bring in-house.

Trade show demonstrations can be a good step in initial review but spending some hands-on time thoroughly testing the entire workflow and production is the best way to understand all the caveats of operation.

Manufacturer	Description	Epson	Brother	DTG Digital	Kornit	M&R
Model		F2100	GTX	M2	Breeze	M link X
MSRP	Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price.	$17,995	$22,500	$19,995	$65,000	$74,995
Est. Street Price	Actual retail price.	$16,995	$22,500	$19,995	$65,000	$70,995
Ink Configuration	Compatible ink colors.	cmykwwCl	cmykwwCl	cmykw	cmykww	cmykw
Ink Delivery	The size of the cartridges/bottles.	600ml Cart	200cc/500cc/700cc	250cc	150cc / 1500cc	1 L Bulk
Ink Cost	The price for the cartridges/bottle size listed in ink delivery.	$207	$103/$183/$218	$42	$180 / $280	W – $262; Color – $241
Ink Cost Per CC	The cost of ink per cubic centimeter.	$0.34	$0.52/$0.37/$0.32	$0.17	$0.83 / $0.19	$0.26 / $0.24
Ink Circulation System	The internal system that circulates the white ink inside the machine.	Yes	Yes	Yes	No	Yes
OEKO-TEX^® 100 Certified	An independent testing and certification system for finished textile products.	Yes	Yes	No	Yes	No
AATCC Wash Test Rating	American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC). On a scale of 1-5, this test determines wash fastness and durability of the ink.	5	4.1	Unknown	5	Unknown
Max Print Area	Dimensions of appropriate media size.	16″x20″	16″x18″ with White 16″x21″ Color Only	17.7″x24″	14″x18″	16″x20″
Production Volume on Dark	How many prints you can produce when printing with white ink.	35-45	40	20-25	25	55
Production Volume on Light	How many prints you can produce when printing with color ink.	50-60	45-55	45	32	75
Print Head	The number of and type of print head included.	1- Epson TFP	2-brother	1-Epson DXS	6-Spectra	2- Ricoh Gen 5
Max Print Head Resolution	Measured in DPI (dots per inch).	14400	1200	2880	1200	1200
Software	Image processing software included with purchase.	Garment Creator	Printer Driver	RIP	RIP	RIP
Warranty	Type and length of warranty and coverage with purchase.	1 Yr – Full	1Yr Full – 2nd Yr Limited	2 Yr Parts & Labor	1 Yr Full Warranty	1Yr
Training	Type of product training included with purchase.	On-Site	On-Site	Remote	On-Site	On-Site
Daily Maintenance	Is maintenance required?	Automated	Automated	Yes	Yes	Yes
Pre-Treatment	Type of pre-treatment necessary.	Offline	Offline	Offline	Integrated	Offline

Pre-Treatment Machines & Heat Presses

Your t-shirt printing machine may require some additional pieces of equipment.

Pre-Treatment Machines
Printing with white ink requires preparation. Pre-treatment machines prepare your garments by applying a consistent amount of solution before you print. They can also apply anti-migrants for printing on synthetic and wicking garments.

The Kornit model has an integrated pre-treatment process but the others require offline treatment.

Heat Presses
As an integral part of the garment decorating process, a heat press is often necessary for some DTG and dye sublimation workflows — it will depend on the type of ink you’re using. Additionally, with a heat press, you can also easily transfer custom, unique designs to various substrates via transfer papers, heat applied films, digital transfers, screen printed transfers and more.

If you have any questions about the best t-shirt printing machine for your needs, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team for advice!

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The Top 5 T-Shirt Printing Machines of 2020 [w/ Comparison Table]

Epson F2100

Brother GTX

Col-Desi (DTG Digital) M2

Kornit Breeze

M&R M-Link-X

Target Audience

Unsure What Direct to Garment Printer is Right for You?

Maintenance

Service & Training

Material Costs

T-shirt Printer Comparison Chart

Pre-Treatment Machines & Heat Presses

10 Questions to Ask Before Buying Your Next Inkjet Printer

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