A Comparison of IColor printers for use in creating waterslide decals

Discover how the IColor™ 650 white toner printer replaces ALPS for decals and waterslides, delivering vibrant color, true white, and versatile applications.

Starting a T-shirt business is exciting… right up until you realize there are five popular ways to print shirts and everyone online swears theirs is “the best.”                                                                                             The truth is: the “perfect” printer depends on what you want to sell, who you’re selling to, how much you want to learn, and how much time you want to spend maintaining equipment.

This guide breaks down the most common decoration methods—White Toner, DTF, Sublimation, HTV, and Screen Printing—so you can pick the best match for your goals. And if you want the most flexible, beginner-friendly option that can grow with you, you’ll see why white toner transfer printers are often the smartest first investment.