Those printing once every 2 months (risk of clogs), outdoor signage (dye fades), or archival documents (need pigment). Also avoid if you hate occasional cleaning cycles.

| Feature | Performance | | :--- | :--- | | | Excellent – vibrant reds, deep blues, neutral blacks. | | Gloss/Matte | Works equally well on glossy, matte, and fine art paper. | | Smudge/Water Resistance | Low immediately after printing (dye ink). After 24 hours, it becomes water-resistant but not waterproof. | | Fading | Rated for decades in photo albums; less UV-resistant than pigment inks if displayed in direct sun. |

Always buy genuine Epson Claria bottles (model T54E or local equivalent). Fake ink destroys the printhead – replacement costs nearly as much as a new printer.

Would you like a comparison with the pigment-ink Epson ET-8550 or Canon G620 instead?