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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
EpsonAt 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. |
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| 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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