Anker eufyMake Fabric Printer: DTG + DTF Desktop, Q1 2027

Anker's eufyMake brand previewed a desktop "personal fabric printer" at IFA 2026 in Berlin that combines direct-to-garment (DTG) and direct-to-film (DTF) printing in one compact machine, with a launch targeted for the first quarter of 2027. The company has not announced a name, a price, or a full specification sheet, and the unit shown was a prototype. Still, this is the first time a mass-market consumer electronics brand has put its name on a DTF-capable printer, and it matters for anyone selling transfers, teaching classes, or running a small DTF shop.

This article collects what Anker and the trade press have confirmed, what is still unknown, and what it could mean for the DTF market.

What Anker Announced at IFA 2026

Anker eufyMake showed the fabric printer at its IFA 2026 stand (Hall 2.2-101) in early September 2026. The company's own description and coverage from Digital Trends, Gizmodo, PetaPixel, and Trusted Reviews agree on the following points:

• Two print modes in one machine. The printer can run as a DTG printer, applying water-based ink directly into the garment, or as a DTF printer, printing onto transfer film for heat application.
• Both modes on the same garment. Anker says the two methods can be combined on one piece of clothing, though not in the same pass.
• DTG for natural fibers, DTF for everything else. Anker positions DTG for cotton, linen, and denim, and DTF for synthetics, blends, and irregular surfaces such as hats and shoes.
• Foil finishes on DTF prints. Gold and silver foil can be added to DTF output, and Anker says the DTF side supports "special-effect films."
• Light and dark fabrics. A built-in camera reportedly detects fabric color and adjusts the white underbase automatically.
• Embroidery pairing. Anker suggests stitching a single-color embroidery outline on a separate machine, then using DTG to add full color on top, mimicking multicolor embroidery.
• Automated head care. An "intelligent cleaning algorithm" is meant to reduce white-ink clogs and manual maintenance.
• Inks. Water-based, described as odorless and free of CMR (carcinogenic, mutagenic, reprotoxic) substances. Anker claims prints survive roughly 50 wash-and-dry cycles without visible fading and estimates about 200 chest-size prints per ink tank.
• File handling. JPG, PNG, TIFF, and SVG input through the existing eufyMake app, with built-in AI style filters.
• Substrates shown. Shirts, pants, hats, shoes, jeans, tote bags, pillow covers, and wall hangings.

The form factor follows the eufyMake E1 UV printer: an open-ended tunnel over a flatbed, so garments and bags can pass through rather than being limited to a fixed platen.

What Is Still Unknown

Anker has been careful to call this a preview, and the gaps are significant for anyone trying to judge it against real DTF equipment:

The powder question is the one DTF printers should watch. A DTF transfer is not finished when the film leaves the printer: hot-melt adhesive powder has to be applied to the wet ink and cured before the transfer can be pressed. Every real DTF workflow handles that with a shaker, a curing oven, or at minimum a manual powder tray and a heat press hover. Anker has not said whether the fabric printer automates powdering, ships with a separate cure unit, or expects the user to handle powder by hand. If you want to understand why that step matters, see the DTF powder guide.

Anker is running a "co-creation program" to collect feedback from creators before final specifications are set, which suggests some of these details are still being decided.

Why This Matters for the DTF Industry

Anker has already proven it can sell printers to consumers. The eufyMake E1 UV printer raised $46.76 million from 17,822 backers on Kickstarter in 2025, the most funded campaign in the platform's history, at a price near $2,000. If the fabric printer follows the same playbook, it will land in front of hundreds of thousands of hobbyists, Etsy sellers, and side-hustle buyers who have never heard of an XP600 printhead or a powder shaker.

Three likely consequences for the existing DTF market:

1. More DIY competition at the low end. Sellers who currently buy transfers from a wholesale supplier will have a mainstream, app-driven machine to consider. That pressure lands on small transfer shops first. Our pricing strategy guide covers how to compete on service and turnaround rather than price alone.
2. More demand for DTF education. A wave of first-time users will hit the same problems every DTF printer hits: white ink settling, humidity, powder adhesion, press temperature. Expect search demand for troubleshooting content to climb.
3. A new reference point for "desktop DTF." Today the realistic entry point is a converted Epson or a purpose-built 13-inch machine such as the HTVRONT D2. A branded, integrated Anker unit will reset what buyers expect from a starter machine.

How It Compares to Current DTG and DTF Options

Until specs are published, comparisons are directional. But the category positioning is clear:

The Brother GTX300, covered in our GTX300 announcement article, shows what a professional hybrid costs. Anker's machine will not compete with that class on speed or print area. It will compete with converted Epsons and entry-level 13-inch DTF printers, and with the "buy transfers instead" option that most beginners choose today.

For a refresher on how the two technologies differ, read direct-to-garment printing vs DTF and DTG ink vs DTF ink.

The E1 Updates Announced Alongside It

Anker paired the fabric printer preview with updates to the existing eufyMake E1 UV printer, which are relevant to shops using the E1 for UV DTF stickers and hard goods:

• Bidirectional printing. A free firmware update lets the single printhead print in both directions, which Anker says can double print speed with no hardware change.
• Idea-to-Image workflow. The app recommends print parameters based on the selected material.
• Roll-to-Film attachment. Due in late September 2026, this lets the E1 print continuous lengths for long or repeated items.
• High-capacity continuous ink supply. Scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2026.

The E1 cannot print on cloth, which is the gap the new fabric printer is meant to fill. For UV DTF on hard surfaces, see the UV DTF substrate compatibility guide.

What DTF Shops Should Do Now

Nothing about your current equipment changes. But if you sell transfers to hobbyists or run beginner-facing content, it is worth preparing:

• Watch for the Kickstarter or preorder page. Anker's previous launch set price and demand expectations overnight.
• Sharpen the case for buying transfers. Wholesale DTF at 2 to 5 cents per square inch, pressed in 15 seconds, is still hard to beat for anyone doing fewer than a few hundred pieces a month. The DTF cost and durability guide lays out the math.
• Plan for the support wave. Beginners will need press settings, powder guidance, and washing instructions. Our DTF temperature and time chart and washing care guide are good starting points to share.

We will update this article when Anker publishes a name, price, and specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Anker eufyMake fabric printer a DTF printer?

Yes, partly. Anker says the machine can run in a direct-to-film (DTF) mode that prints onto transfer film for heat application, as well as a direct-to-garment (DTG) mode that prints ink straight into natural-fiber fabric. It is a hybrid, not a dedicated DTF printer.

When will the Anker fabric printer be released?

Anker eufyMake has stated a target of the first quarter of 2027. The unit shown at IFA 2026 in September was a prototype, and the company is running a co-creation feedback program before finalizing specifications.

How much will the eufyMake fabric printer cost?

Anker has not announced a price. For context, the eufyMake E1 UV printer sold near $2,000 during its 2025 Kickstarter, and entry-level dedicated DTF printers such as the HTVRONT D2 list at $2,599.

Does the Anker fabric printer handle DTF powder?

Anker has not said. Every DTF transfer needs hot-melt adhesive powder applied and cured after printing, and the company has not described whether the fabric printer automates that step, bundles a cure unit, or leaves it to the user.

Can it print on dark shirts?

According to Anker, yes. The printer reportedly uses a built-in camera to detect fabric color and adjust the white underbase automatically, and the company says it maintains accurate color on both light and dark fabrics.

What is the difference between the eufyMake E1 and the new fabric printer?

The E1 is a UV printer for hard goods such as wood, acrylic, metal, and phone cases, and it cannot print on cloth. The new fabric printer is built for garments and textiles using DTG and DTF, and it is a separate product due in 2027.

Related Resources

To understand the equipment Anker is competing with, browse the DTF printer database and our best DTF printers for beginners guide. If you would rather skip the hardware entirely, the DTF supplier directory lists transfer shops that ship nationwide.