HP splits its ink across two systems — integrated cartridges with the print head built in, and individual single-color cartridges that feed a print head in the printer — and picking the right one starts with your model. Compatible and remanufactured HP cartridges from LD Products match the genuine page yield for far less, backed by our lifetime guarantee. Below are our best-selling HP ink series for 2026, the printers they fit, and what each one yields. For picks across every brand, see our best compatible ink cartridges guide, or shop the Back-to-School sale while it runs.
In this guide:
- Why are compatible HP ink cartridges cheaper?
- Which cartridge type does your HP printer use?
- What are the best compatible HP ink cartridges in 2026?
- What is the newest HP ink series?
- Are compatible HP cartridges as good as genuine HP?
- Which compatible HP cartridge should I buy?
- Frequently asked questions
Why are compatible HP ink cartridges cheaper?
A compatible cartridge is a brand-new, non-OEM cartridge built to fit your HP printer; a remanufactured cartridge is a genuine HP shell professionally cleaned, refilled, and tested. Both cost less than the name brand because you are not paying for HP’s research, marketing, or hardware development. Page yields are still measured to the same ISO/IEC 24711 standard HP uses, at 5 percent coverage, so you can compare a compatible cartridge to a genuine one directly. Every cartridge below is tested for performance, quality, and page yield and backed by our lifetime guarantee. For the full breakdown, see our guide on name brand vs. remanufactured vs. compatible cartridges.
Which cartridge type does your HP printer use?
HP printers use two cartridge types, and matching the type is the first step to buying the right ink. Home DeskJet, Envy, and entry OfficeJet models use integrated print-head cartridges — a black and a tri-color with the print head built into the cartridge, like the HP 63 and 67. You replace the head every time, so they are simple to swap but cost more per page. OfficeJet Pro business models use individual ink cartridges — one per color (black, cyan, magenta, yellow) that feed a permanent print head in the printer, like the HP 952XL and 902XL. You replace only the color that runs out, which lowers your cost per page. Match the cartridge type to your exact model, and choose the XL tier to save more. Learn how yields are measured in our guide to page yield, or see our HP ink buying guide for the full breakdown.
What are the best compatible HP ink cartridges in 2026?
These are the compatible and remanufactured HP ink cartridges we recommend most, based on what our customers buy and reorder. HP sells most cartridges in standard and XL yields, and the XL lowers your cost per page — so compare cost per page (price divided by ISO page yield), not the sticker price. You’ll also find them on our most-popular ink and toner page.
| Top pick | Cartridge type | Works with (printers) | Page yield (ISO) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP 952XL | Individual ink cartridges | OfficeJet Pro 8710, 8720, 7740, 8210 | Black ~2,000 · color ~1,600 (XL) |
| HP 950XL / 951XL | Individual ink cartridges | OfficeJet Pro 8600, 8610, 8620, 8630 | Black ~2,300 · color ~1,500 (XL) |
| HP 902XL | Individual ink cartridges | OfficeJet Pro 6960, 6970, 6978 | Black ~825 · color ~750 (XL) |
| HP 63 / 63XL | Integrated print-head (black + tri-color) | DeskJet 3630, Envy 4520, OfficeJet 3830/4650/5255 | Black ~190 std / ~480 XL |
| HP 67 / 67XL | Integrated print-head (black + tri-color) | DeskJet 2755, 4155; Envy 6055, 6455 | Black ~120 std / ~240 XL |
1. HP 952XL
The HP 952XL individual cartridges are our best-selling HP ink, made for the OfficeJet Pro 8710, 8720, 7740, and 8210. You replace only the color that runs out, and the XL black prints about 2,000 pages. LD Products carries single cartridges and full black-cyan-magenta-yellow sets. Shop remanufactured HP 952XL set.
2. HP 950XL / 951XL
The HP 950XL black and 951XL color cartridges fit the earlier OfficeJet Pro 8600 series, including the OfficeJet Pro 8610, 8620, and 8630. The 950XL black prints about 2,300 pages — the highest black yield in this lineup. Shop remanufactured HP 950XL/951XL set.
3. HP 902XL
The HP 902XL cartridges power the OfficeJet Pro 6970, 6960, and 6978. The XL black prints about 825 pages, and buying the four-color set instead of genuine is where you save the most. Shop remanufactured HP 902XL set.
4. HP 63 / 63XL
The HP 63 black and tri-color are integrated print-head cartridges for a huge installed base of home printers — the DeskJet 3630, Envy 4520, and OfficeJet 3830, 4650, and 5255. The 63XL black prints about 480 pages. New to installing them? See our HP 63 install guide. Shop the remanufactured HP 63XL set.
5. HP 67 / 67XL
The HP 67 black and tri-color are integrated print-head cartridges for newer budget printers like the Envy 6055, DeskJet 2755, and 4155. The 67XL black prints about 240 pages. Shop the remanufactured HP 67XL set.
What is the newest HP ink series?
HP’s newest individual-cartridge series is the HP 936 and 937 (sold as 936e and 937e in HP’s high-yield EvoMore line), made for the latest OfficeJet Pro 9110b, 9120b, 9130b, 9720, and 9730. It takes over from the HP 962 and 952 lines — and the 962 and 910 (2019) were themselves the updates to the 952 and 902. On home printers, the newest integrated print-head series is the HP 68 and 68e, made for the Envy 6155e and 6555e, following the 65 and 67. Because HP changes the series with almost every printer generation, match the cartridge to your exact model before you buy. For the full breakdown, see our HP ink buying guide.
Are compatible HP cartridges as good as genuine HP?
For everyday documents and color, quality-tested compatible and remanufactured cartridges deliver comparable print quality. Because page yields are measured to the same ISO/IEC standard, you can compare them head to head. Quality does vary by supplier, so read the reviews and confirm the company stands behind its product. Our cartridges are tested for performance, quality, and page yield, and every one is backed by our lifetime guarantee. Consumer Reports has noted that third-party ink performs well for typical printing, and independent testing generally finds the gap matters only for exacting professional photo work.
Using a compatible cartridge does not void your printer warranty. The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (15 U.S.C. 2302) protects that right, unless the manufacturer can prove a specific cartridge caused direct damage. Some HP printers may display a message that a cartridge isn’t a genuine HP product; this is usually informational, and every remanufactured or compatible LD Products cartridge is backed by our lifetime guarantee.
Which compatible HP cartridge should I buy?
Two things decide it: your HP model, which sets the cartridge type and series, and how much you print, which sets the yield tier.
- Check the type first. Home DeskJet, Envy, and entry OfficeJet models take integrated print-head cartridges (a black + tri-color like the 63 or 67); OfficeJet Pro business models take individual cartridges (one per color like the 902XL, 952XL, or 950XL/951XL).
- Then pick the tier by volume. If you print rarely, a standard cartridge costs least upfront. If you print regularly, buy XL — and on OfficeJet Pro, the full four-color set — for the lowest cost per page.
- New printer? The newest OfficeJet Pro models use the HP 936/937 (EvoMore) series, and the newest home Envy models use the HP 68.
Shop popular compatible ink series, or see our best compatible ink cartridges guide for picks across every brand.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between HP integrated and individual cartridges?
Integrated cartridges (a black and a tri-color, like the HP 63 and 67) have the print head built into the cartridge and are used on home DeskJet, Envy, and entry OfficeJet printers. Individual cartridges (one per color, like the HP 952XL and 902XL) feed a print head built into the printer, are used on OfficeJet Pro models, and let you replace one color at a time.
Do compatible HP cartridges still work in HP printers?
Yes. Our compatible and remanufactured HP cartridges use updated replacement chips designed to work in your printer, and every one is backed by our lifetime guarantee. If your printer ever shows a message that a cartridge isn’t a genuine HP product, that’s usually informational and in most cases you can keep printing — and if you run into any issue at all, our support team will make it right.
What is the newest HP ink series?
The HP 936 and 937 (and their high-yield 936e/937e EvoMore versions) are HP’s newest individual cartridges, made for the OfficeJet Pro 9110b, 9130b, 9720, and 9730. On home printers, the HP 68 and 68e are the newest integrated print-head series, made for the Envy 6155e and 6555e. The 962 and 910 were the 2019 updates to the 952 and 902.
Do compatible HP cartridges void my warranty?
No. The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (15 U.S.C. 2302) protects your warranty when you use third-party ink, unless HP can prove a specific cartridge caused direct damage.
Are compatible HP cartridges as good as genuine HP?
For everyday documents and color, yes. Page yields are measured to the same ISO/IEC standard, so you can compare them directly.
How much can I save on HP ink?
Compatible and remanufactured HP cartridges cost far less than genuine HP. On OfficeJet Pro, a full four-color set like the 902XL or 952XL works out to well under $10 a cartridge — and you save again by replacing only the color that runs out. On home DeskJet, Envy, and OfficeJet models, the 63 and 67 are inexpensive up front, and the XL versions give the lowest cost per page. Either way, compare cost per page (price divided by ISO yield), not the sticker price, to see your real savings.
About the author: This guide was written by the team at LD Products, an ink and toner specialist founded in 1999. We have served more than 8 million customers across 20 million-plus orders and have earned Bizrate’s Circle of Excellence for over 15 years. Every remanufactured and compatible cartridge we sell is tested for performance, quality, and page yield and backed by our lifetime guarantee.
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