Brother Sublimation Printer Ink vs Sawgrass Printer Ink Cost Comparison

If you're in the market for a sublimation printer—whether for crafting or your small business—one of the most important factors to consider isn't just the initial price of the printer. It's the ongoing cost of sublimation ink. 

It's a hidden cost that usually doesn't get noticed..until it's too late when you've already invested money into the printer and time learning it. 

But I'm getting real - breaking down the real numbers behind sublimation ink costs, comparing the new Brother SP1 sublimation printer with the Sawgrass SG500 and SG1000.

Sawgrass VersiFlex: 8 Questions To Ask Before You Buy

If you're hearing about the new Sawgrass Versiflex system and have more questions than answers ... you're in the right spot.  

Sawgrass has dubbed it's new Versiflex system as a self weeding, "cost saving" all-in-one transfer system that's changing the game...but I have to be honest, I'm not so sure about all that. 

Read on for 8 things to know and questions to ask before buying the Sawgrass Versiflex system. 

5 Reasons Not to Convert an Inkjet to Sublimation Printer

If you are considering converting a printer for sublimation...don't do it before you read this. 

While converting an inkjet printer to sublimation is often done to save money on the printer or the ink, there are five reasons why I recommend against converting to sublimation.

How to Print from Sawgrass Print Utility to SG500 or SG1000 Sublimation Printer

If you were used to sending a print from Sawgrass Print Manager to our sublimation printer and now you're unsure how to print from Sawgrass Print Utility - I got you. 

This step by step tutorial will show you exactly how to print from the new Sawgrass Print Utility. 

Sawgrass Print Utility White Screen! What is Going On?!

If you're getting a white screen when launching Sawgrass Print Utility ... take a deep breath.  

Read on to learn what to do if you get the Sawgrass Print Utility white screen when trying to launch. 

Sawgrass Print Utility Set Up and Settings for Beginners

Once you've installed the new Sawgrass Print Utility and have it opened don't be tempted to just start printing. 

You need to do some initial set up and settings adjustments before you begin to ensure your Sawgrass sublimation printer is printing high quality images. Read on how to set up Sawgrass Print Utility in under 5 minutes. 

Sawgrass Print Manager Not Working? How to Install Sawgrass Print Utility

If you suddenly find Sawgrass Print Manager not working, you'll need to install the new Sawgrass Print Utility. 

Sawgrass Print Utility, briefly named Sawgrass Print Mate, is replacing Print Manager (SPM) and will be required for all users.  Read on to learn how to install the new Sawgrass printing software. 

What NOT To Do in Sawgrass PrintMate

If you are using Sawgrass PrintMate to print your sublimation transfers that need to be contour cut, there are TWO things you are NOT going to do. 

Sublimation transfers don't often need to be print and cut, however if you are printing on EasySubli heat transfer material you will need to contour cut it with a Silhouette CAMEO or other cutting machine. Read on for the PrintMate options you want to avoid. 

Sawgrass Software and Firmware Update 2024: What to Know BEFORE You Update

The next time you open Sawgrass Print Manager or Sawgrass Print Mate you may be prompted to update to the newest version of the software and/or firmware. 

While these updates include several new features and bug fixes, they also include an undisclosed change that's leaving a lot - but not all - Sawgrass sublimation printer users with a big surprise.