Epson F170 vs Sawgrass SG500

Printer Comparison

Epson SureColor F170 vs Sawgrass Virtuoso SG500

Two compact, purpose-built sublimation printers. Here is how they compare.

Epson SureColor F170

Epson SureColor F170

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Sawgrass Virtuoso SG500

Sawgrass Virtuoso SG500

Epson SureColor F170

A purpose-built sublimation printer designed for smaller sublimation projects — T-shirts, mugs, mouse pads, awards, and similar products. It does not require the ink-conversion process used with a regular inkjet printer, which makes it easy to set up. Compact and specifically designed for sublimation, it’s a good fit for beginners.

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Sawgrass Virtuoso SG500

A purpose-built sublimation printer for T-shirts and a wider range of sublimation products — mugs, bags, coasters, phone cases, drinkware, plaques, signs and more. It uses a dedicated sublimation ink system rather than a converted regular printer. Its compact size suits home use, crafters, and small businesses that don’t need the larger printing area of the SG1000.

At a Glance

  Epson SureColor F170 Sawgrass SG500
Setup No ink-conversion process needed Dedicated sublimation ink system, not a converted printer
Best suited for T-shirts, mugs, mouse pads, awards T-shirts, mugs, bags, coasters, phone cases, drinkware, plaques, signs
Good for Beginners wanting a compact, dedicated sublimation printer Home users, crafters, and small businesses wanting a wider product range