{"id":8022,"date":"2024-11-12T16:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-12T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/blog\/how-much-you-can-save-over-time-compatible-ink-cartridges"},"modified":"2026-05-06T16:08:43","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T15:08:43","slug":"how-much-you-can-save-over-time-compatible-ink-cartridges","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/blog\/how-much-you-can-save-over-time-compatible-ink-cartridges","title":{"rendered":"Save on Printer Ink Over Time With Compatible Ink Cartridges"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A recurrent expense, it\u2019s important for printer users to reduce their printing costs wherever possible. Here we\u2019ll outline the cost of printing, how much compatible <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/Toner-Ink-Cartridges\">ink and toner<\/a> could save you over time, how to calculate your cost per page and finally give you some other helpful tips to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/blog\/ways-save-money-printing-costs\">reduce printing costs<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#Cost of Printing: The Price of Ink and Toner\">Cost of Printing: The Price of Ink and Toner<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#How Much Can You Save Over Time With Compatible Ink Cartridges?\">How Much Can You Save Over Time With Compatible Ink Cartridges?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#Printing Cost Per Page\">Printing Cost Per Page<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#Misconceptions Around Compatible Ink and Toner\">Misconceptions Around Compatible Ink and Toner<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#Other Ways to Save on Printer Ink and Toner\">Other Ways to Save on Printer Ink and Toner<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consistently low prices on compatible printer ink can help you or your business to properly budget your home or office printing expenses and reduce spending over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a name=\"Cost of Printing: The Price of Ink and Toner\"><\/a>Cost of Printing: The Price of Ink and Toner<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First of all, you need to calculate your own printing costs to see how much you could save with compatible printer ink. More often than not, the compatible alternative is a lower price than the original. But why is this the case?<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"690\" height=\"361\" src=\"https:\/\/infowp.cartridgepeople.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/ink-cartridges.jpg\" alt=\"ink cartridges\" class=\"wp-image-14385\" title=\"Ink Cartridges\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/ink-cartridges.jpg 690w, https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/ink-cartridges-300x157.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cost of Original Ink: Why Is Printer Ink So Expensive?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Original Equipment Manufacturer (also known as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/blog\/oem-vs-compatible\">OEM<\/a> or original) is the same company that produces the printer (e.g. HP, Canon, Epson). Original ink and toner is usually more expensive for a few reasons including research and development (R&amp;D) costs, brand premium and marketing and advertising expenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another reason original ink is often a lot more expensive is because that\u2019s where the OEM makes their profits. Manufacturers often sell printers at a loss and rely on higher-margin ink and toner sales to generate profit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All of these factors in combination can lead to frequently high expenses for the consumer if they don\u2019t shop around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cost of Compatible Ink Cartridges<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Compatible cartridges (also known as non-OEM), are produced by a third party that isn\u2019t connected to the OEM. They\u2019ve been designed to be used in the corresponding printer. Most of the time, the compatible alternative is a lower price than the original.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Compatible ink cartridge producers lower prices by removing all the costs associated with creating and selling the original product. With lower R&amp;D costs and advertising spend, one way to find out how much money you could save with compatible ink cartridges could be to compare the price per ml of the OEM and compatible version of the ink\/toner cartridge you need.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"690\" height=\"361\" src=\"https:\/\/infowp.cartridgepeople.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/cartridge-people-compatible-own-brand-ink.jpg\" alt=\"cartridge people compatible own brand ink\" class=\"wp-image-14386\" title=\"Cartridge People Compatible Own Brand Ink\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/cartridge-people-compatible-own-brand-ink.jpg 690w, https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/cartridge-people-compatible-own-brand-ink-300x157.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a name=\"How Much Can You Save Over Time With Compatible Ink Cartridges?\"><\/a>How Much Can You Save Over Time With Compatible Ink Cartridges?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How much you could save with compatible ink over time depends on a few factors, including if you have an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/blog\/inkjet-versus-laser-debate\">inkjet or laser printer<\/a> and what capacity cartridges you opt to buy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Much Could I Save with Compatible Ink Cartridges?<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"690\" height=\"361\" src=\"https:\/\/infowp.cartridgepeople.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/epson-604xl-cartridge-people-compatible-own-brand-ink-cartridge.jpg\" alt=\"epson 604xl cartridge people compatible own brand ink cartridge\" class=\"wp-image-14387\" title=\"Epson 604XL Cartridge People Compatible Own Brand Ink Cartridge\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/epson-604xl-cartridge-people-compatible-own-brand-ink-cartridge.jpg 690w, https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/epson-604xl-cartridge-people-compatible-own-brand-ink-cartridge-300x157.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Inkjet Example: Epson 604XL Compatible vs Original<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this example, we\u2019ll be looking at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/Ink\/Epson-C13T10H64010-High-Capacity-Original-4-Ink-Cartridge-Pack-29797.html\">Epson 604XL High Capacity Multipack<\/a> and our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/Ink\/Epson-C13T10H64010-High-Capacity-Cartridge-People-Replacement-4-Ink-Cartridge-Pack-29815-CP.html\">Cartridge People Compatible Own Brand<\/a> alternative. By purchasing our compatible alternative, you could save <strong>\u00a318<\/strong> compared to the original, which is a cost saving of <strong>25%<\/strong>.*<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If we say you\u2019ll need 1 &#8211; 2 sets of these high-capacity ink cartridges per year, (depending on print volume), this saving can double to <strong>\u00a336 per year<\/strong>. This is a great saving, especially when you consider the fact that this compatible multipack provides <strong>46%<\/strong> more ink for the black ink cartridge and <strong>150%<\/strong> more ink for the colour cartridges in this multipack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over the lifespan of an inkjet printer, which can be greatly affected by things like regular <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/blog\/how-carry-out-printer-maintenance\">maintenance<\/a> and proper use, you could expect to save approximately <strong>\u00a3180<\/strong> (5 years).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">*Prices correct as of 01\/10\/24. Prices subject to change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Much Could I Save with Compatible Toner Cartridges?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"690\" height=\"361\" src=\"https:\/\/infowp.cartridgepeople.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/brother-tn-423-cartridge-people-compatible-own-brand-toner-cartridge.jpg\" alt=\"brother tn 423 cartridge people compatible own brand toner cartridges\" class=\"wp-image-14389\" title=\"Brother TN-423 Cartridge People Compatible Own Brand Toner Cartridges\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/brother-tn-423-cartridge-people-compatible-own-brand-toner-cartridge.jpg 690w, https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/brother-tn-423-cartridge-people-compatible-own-brand-toner-cartridge-300x157.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Toner Example: Brother TN-423 Compatible vs Original<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this example, we\u2019ll be looking at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/Toner\/Brother-TN423-High-Capacity-Original-4-Toner-Cartridge-Pack-16930.html\">Brother TN-423 High Capacity Multipack<\/a> and our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/Toner\/Brother-TN423BK-TN423C-TN423M-TN423Y-High-Capacity-Cartridge-People-Replacement-4-Toner-Cartridge-Pack-17779-CP.html\">Cartridge People Compatible Own Brand<\/a> alternative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With Cartridge People Compatible Own Brand you could save <strong>\u00a3139<\/strong>, which is <strong>31%<\/strong> cheaper than the OEM alternative.*<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Moderate users print between 500 \u2013 1000 pages per month. They\u2019d be expected to need 1 \u2013 2 sets of high capacity toner per year, potentially saving up to <strong>\u00a3278<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">High volume printers (between 2000 \u2013 5000 pages per month), would need between 3 \u2013 6 sets per year, potentially saving up to <strong>\u00a3834<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over the lifespan of a laser printer, which should last up to 10 years or more due to robust build quality and lower susceptibility to issues like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/blog\/does-printer-ink-dry-out\">dried up ink<\/a>, moderate printers could expect to save approximately <strong>\u00a32780<\/strong>, with high volume printers expecting to save up to <strong>\u00a38340<\/strong>, a significant saving for you or your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>*Prices correct as of 02\/10\/24. Prices subject to change.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From both of these examples, you can see the long-term potential savings both home users and businesses can make if they switch to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/own-brand\">Cartridge People Compatible Own Brand<\/a>. In the next section, we\u2019ll look at how you can calculate the cost per page of your printing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a name=\"Printing Cost Per Page\"><\/a>Printing Cost Per Page<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The cost per page is how much money each print costs you or your business. When looking at an ink or toner cartridge, you should consider the cost per page as well as the overall cost. This is because things like capacity (high vs standard) and print volume can impact how much each print will cost you. While someone who prints more often will pay the same amount for an ink cartridge as someone who rarely prints at all, over time each print will have cost the infrequent printer more. This is because the cost of the ink is divided by the amount of pages printed. It\u2019s important to look deeper than the total cost of the ink to understand the value of the product.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"690\" height=\"361\" src=\"https:\/\/infowp.cartridgepeople.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/sheet-of-paper.jpg\" alt=\"sheet of paper\" class=\"wp-image-14392\" title=\"Sheet of Paper\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/sheet-of-paper.jpg 690w, https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/sheet-of-paper-300x157.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The printing cost per page will be impacted by the following:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/Paper\">Paper<\/a>:<\/strong> There\u2019s some variation in price between the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/blog\/ultimate-guide-printing-paper\">different types of paper<\/a>. For example, copy paper is usually the most affordable paper type for everyday tasks. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/blog\/why-print-your-photos-from-your-phone\">Photo paper<\/a> typically has a higher printout cost due to its quality finish. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/blog\/how-to-print-card\">Cardstock<\/a> is thick and durable and is also usually more expensive than copy paper.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/Toner-Ink-Cartridges\">Ink\/Toner<\/a>:<\/strong> Toner cartridges are generally more expensive than ink cartridges, however they can be expected to print more pages and will therefore last longer. The type of printer consumable you use can have a significant impact on the cost per page of your prints.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"690\" height=\"361\" src=\"https:\/\/infowp.cartridgepeople.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/toner-cartridge.jpg\" alt=\"toner cartridge\" class=\"wp-image-14394\" title=\"Toner Cartridge\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/toner-cartridge.jpg 690w, https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/toner-cartridge-300x157.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/Printers\">Printer<\/a>:<\/strong> It\u2019s important to think about if you\u2019re looking to buy a printer for either your home or business and want to factor this expense into the overall value proposition of switching to compatible cartridges.  Often, compatible cartridges will provide a lower cost per page. Want to calculate your own cost per page based on your ink\/toner and paper? Simply follow the steps below.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"690\" height=\"361\" src=\"https:\/\/infowp.cartridgepeople.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/printer.jpg\" alt=\"printer\" class=\"wp-image-14395\" title=\"Printer\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/printer.jpg 690w, https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/printer-300x157.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Calculate Your Cost Per Page<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>To calculate the cost per page:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Find the cost of your ink or toner cartridge(s).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find the page yield of your cartridge(s). This will be provided by the manufacturer. It should be noted however, that these are approximations and not guarantees that the printer will print a certain number of pages, as this can depend on a wide range of factors like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/blog\/5-page-coverage-ink-toner-explained\">page coverage<\/a>, print type and more.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Determine your paper costs. To find out how much you\u2019re paying per page for your paper, simply divide the total cost of the paper by the number of sheets (there\u2019s usually 500 sheets in a ream).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finally, divide the cost of the cartridge by the number of pages it can be expected to print and add in the paper cost (divide the price of the paper by the number of pages you\u2019ve bought).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost of Cartridge(s) \/ Page Yield + Paper Cost = Cost Per Page<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using this formula to work out the cost per page of our compatible cartridges, you\u2019ll be able to see the significant savings you can make on your printing costs by making the switch from OEM.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"690\" height=\"361\" src=\"https:\/\/infowp.cartridgepeople.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/calculator.jpg\" alt=\"calculator\" class=\"wp-image-14396\" title=\"Calculator\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/calculator.jpg 690w, https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/calculator-300x157.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a name=\"Misconceptions Around Compatible Ink and Toner\"><\/a>Misconceptions Around Compatible Ink and Toner<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re still concerned about using compatible ink and toner, we\u2019re here to reassure you that our Compatible Own Brand products are a safe and more than worthwhile alternative that could save you a lot of money on your printing expenses in the long run.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"690\" height=\"361\" src=\"https:\/\/infowp.cartridgepeople.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/question-mark-2.jpg\" alt=\"question mark\" class=\"wp-image-14397\" title=\"Question Mark\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/question-mark-2.jpg 690w, https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/question-mark-2-300x157.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-custom-faq\"><div class=\"faq-item\"><div class=\"faq-question\">Will compatible printer ink void my printer warranty?<\/div><div class=\"faq-answer\">No, using compatible ink\/toner won\u2019t invalidate your printer warranty! The biggest myth surrounding compatible ink and toner could prevent you from taking advantage of the substantial savings that compatible printer ink and toner can offer.  Our Compatible Own Brand cartridges are backed by our Lifetime Printer Guarantee, so you know you can depend on our printer ink to help you with your printing tasks. We promise to repair or replace your printer in the extremely unlikely event that our Compatible Own Brand cartridges have been found to have caused damage.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-item\"><div class=\"faq-question\">Is compatible ink and toner the same quality as the original?<\/div><div class=\"faq-answer\">Compatible ink and toner can produce comparable results to OEM printouts. Our team of experts work hard to ensure Cartridge People Compatible Own Brand cartridges deliver the same standard printouts as original cartridges. Our compatible cartridges produce like-for-like printouts when compared side by side with the original.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"690\" height=\"361\" src=\"https:\/\/infowp.cartridgepeople.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/quality-comparison-of-own-brand-and-original-printout.jpg\" alt=\"quality comparison of own brand and original printout\" class=\"wp-image-14399\" title=\"Quality Comparison of Own Brand and Original Printout\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/quality-comparison-of-own-brand-and-original-printout.jpg 690w, https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/quality-comparison-of-own-brand-and-original-printout-300x157.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-custom-faq\"><div class=\"faq-item\"><div class=\"faq-question\">Will compatible cartridges work in my printer?<\/div><div class=\"faq-answer\">As long as you buy the right consumables, our Compatible Own Brand cartridges will work in your printer. They\u2019re covered by our comprehensive Lifetime Printer Guarantee, so simply contact us and we\u2019ll assist you in the very unlikely event that you have an issue.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-item\"><div class=\"faq-question\">Will my compatible cartridge leak?<\/div><div class=\"faq-answer\">Provided you\u2019re storing ink cartridges properly, (i.e. away from heat), your compatible ink\/toner cartridges shouldn\u2019t leak.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that we\u2019ve challenged the most common compatible ink and toner myths, you can shop our Compatible Own Brand range, safe in the knowledge that our years of printing expertise won\u2019t let you down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a name=\"Other Ways to Save on Printer Ink and Toner\"><\/a>Other Ways to Save on Printer Ink and Toner<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking to save even more on your printing expenses? Switching to compatibles helps, but here are more tips to cut your home or office printing costs.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"690\" height=\"361\" src=\"https:\/\/infowp.cartridgepeople.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/mono-printing.jpg\" alt=\"mono printing\" class=\"wp-image-14401\" title=\"Mono Printing\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/mono-printing.jpg 690w, https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/mono-printing-300x157.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mono Printing:<\/strong> Usually colour ink cartridges cost more than black cartridges. Mono printing means only replacing black ink, helping other colours last longer. Black ink cartridges often have a higher page yield since they&#8217;re used more often than colour ones. Printing a text document, for example? Printers may use colour ink for greys, so choose mono printing to save colour when printing in black and white.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Draft Mode:<\/strong> Not only faster, draft mode reduces ink consumption, saving you money on replacements. While the printouts won\u2019t be the same quality as the standard print mode, this is a great option for when the importance of the printout is lower (for example, if it\u2019s just for your own use).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Proofing Work:<\/strong> There\u2019s nothing more frustrating than spotting a typo in a freshly printed document. By taking a careful look at your document before you print, you can avoid reprints and save yourself both time and money. Only print important documents once you\u2019re ready to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Store Ink Cartridges Properly:<\/strong> Find a cool, dry location to store your ink cartridges. They should also be stored upright, (like you would place them in a printer). This causes the ink to settle and the air to rise to the top, allowing the ink to flow freely without air bubbles. Improperly stored ink cartridges can dry out, leading to wasted printer ink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Frequent Use:<\/strong> It sounds counterintuitive, but leaving your printer unused for long periods of time can have a detrimental effect on your prints and your expenses. Printer ink left for too long can dry out. Additionally, when the printer starts up again it may need to run a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/blog\/guide-print-head-cleaning\">printhead cleaning<\/a> cycle and this process consumes ink. Ideally, you should print monthly at a minimum to avoid this issue and wasting your money. Don\u2019t need to print anything? Why not <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/blog\/printer-testing-print-test-page\">print a test page<\/a> to check your printer is working optimally?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Multipacks:<\/strong> Buying a multipack of ink\/toner could be more cost-effective than buying cartridges individually. So, if you\u2019ve run out of more than one cartridge, it may make more sense to choose a multipack, especially if it means the amount you save by choosing compatible cartridges is increased.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"690\" height=\"361\" src=\"https:\/\/infowp.cartridgepeople.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/double-sided-printing.jpg\" alt=\"double sided printing\" class=\"wp-image-14402\" title=\"Double-Sided Printing\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/double-sided-printing.jpg 690w, https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/double-sided-printing-300x157.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/blog\/what-duplex-printing\">Duplex Printing<\/a>:<\/strong> This is the process of printing on both sides of the page. Obviously, this reduces your paper usage by half, leading to less frequent replacements. It\u2019s also more environmentally friendly. Printers with this feature will either use manual or automatic duplex printing. The difference between the two is that you\u2019ll need to manually flip the page\/s over yourself with manual duplex printing, whereas with auto duplex printing, the printer will do this for you. This is more convenient as it means you don\u2019t have to stay with the printer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Environmentally Friendly Print Choices:<\/strong> Use the following fonts as they are known for using less ink and are therefore better for both your spending and the environment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Garamond<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Century Gothic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Courier<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Verdana<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Times New Roman<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Calibri<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In Summary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now you\u2019ve seen how much you could save over time with compatible ink and toner, and been reassured you\u2019ll be able to produce prints of the same great quality as the original, one question remains. Why not make the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/switch-save-secure\">switch<\/a> to Cartridge People Compatible Own Brand today and see how much you could save?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Learn More<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more information on how compatible cartridges compare to OEM, check out our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/info\/blog\/oem-vs-compatible\">original ink cartridges vs compatible<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Your Office. Your Peace of Mind<\/h2>\n\n<p>At Cartridge People, we know that organising and filling an office with everything you need is difficult. That&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;ve put together a great range of <a href=\" https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/Toner-Ink-Cartridges\">printer ink &amp; toner<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cartridgepeople.com\/Stationery-Office-Supplies\">inexpensive office supplies<\/a>. 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