How to Print from iPhone to Epson Printer
By David Reyes · Last updated: July 2026 · 5 min read
Epson's EcoTank line changed the printer market — bottle-filled ink tanks instead of cartridges mean pennies-per-page printing. The good news: virtually every modern Epson supports AirPrint, so iPhone printing is just as easy.
Method 1: Print Using AirPrint
All Epson EcoTank, Expression, WorkForce, and EcoTank Photo printers support AirPrint.
- Make sure your Epson printer and iPhone are on the same WiFi.
- Open the content you want to print on your iPhone.
- Tap the Share button → scroll down → tap Print.
- Tap Select Printer and choose your Epson model.
- Set copies, paper size, quality, then tap Print.
Method 2: Use Epson iPrint App
The free Epson iPrint app adds:
- Scanning from printer to iPhone
- Ink tank level checks
- Photo printing with templates, collages, and Instagram-style layouts
- Cloud storage integration (iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive)
- NFC tap-to-connect (newer Expression Premium models)
Setup:
- Download Epson iPrint from the App Store.
- Open it and tap Printer is not selected → choose your Epson model.
- Tap Photo, Document, or Web Page to print.
Epson Printer Models That Support AirPrint
- Epson EcoTank — bottle-ink all-in-ones (ET-2400, ET-2800, ET-3850, ET-4850)
- Epson EcoTank Photo — photo-focused (ET-8550, ET-8500)
- Epson Expression Premium — photo all-in-ones (XP-7100, XP-970)
- Epson Expression Home — budget tier (XP-2200, XP-4200)
- Epson WorkForce — small office (WF-2920, WF-2950, WF-7840)
- Epson WorkForce Pro — business inkjet (WF-C5790, WF-C5390)
Printing Without WiFi: Epson Simple AP
Epson's Wi-Fi Direct feature is called Simple AP Mode:
- On the printer's LCD panel: Settings → Network Settings → Wi-Fi Direct → On.
- Note the network name (DIRECT-xx-xxx) and password.
- On iPhone: Settings → WiFi → connect to the DIRECT network.
- Print normally — no router needed.
Common Epson + iPhone Problems
"No AirPrint Printers Found"
- Verify same WiFi network on both devices.
- Open Epson iPrint → tap Printer Setup to confirm the printer is online.
- Run Epson iPrint → Firmware Update — Epson releases regular updates that fix AirPrint bugs.
Epson offline or "Communication Error"
Restart the printer. If your EcoTank has been off for a while, it may run an automatic printhead clean cycle that takes 5–10 minutes — wait until the power light is steady before trying again.
Vertical banding or stripes
Run Printhead Cleaning from the printer's maintenance menu. For stubborn clogs, run it 2–3 times. EcoTank printers rarely clog if used at least once a week.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I print photos to Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8550 from iPhone?
Yes — and the ET-8550 is one of the best photo printers you can buy for iPhone. Use AirPrint with 4×6 or 5×7 photo paper. For best results, use Epson's Premium Photo Paper Glossy.
How do I check Epson EcoTank ink levels from iPhone?
Open Epson iPrint → tap your printer → tap Ink Levels. You'll see the level in each tank as a percentage. The printer itself also has a visual window on the front for a quick glance.