Compatible vs. original cartridge

 

Are you still considering buying a non-original cartridge, but are afraid? This article will provide you with information that will help you definitively decide whether to buy compatible cartridges or original cartridges.

Basic differences

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Compatible cartridges

A compatible, non-original, or alternative cartridge is an ink printer refill that is not manufactured by the same manufacturer as your printer.

The main advantage of compatible cartridges is undoubtedly the price.However, if you are going to buy non-original cartridges, buy only from reputable sellers who can guarantee you the proper quality of compatible cartridges.A quality seller has safety data sheets available that prove the safety and quality of compatible cartridges.Various certifications are, of course, also included, guaranteeing the quality of the product - ISO:9001 (quality standard) and ISO:14001 (environmental management).Our company has both safety data sheets and certifications for compatible cartridges.

Compatible black cartridge HP No. 21XL	Compatible color cartridge HP No. 22XL

 

Original cartridges

Original cartridges are inkjet printer supplies manufactured by the same company as your printer.

You can recognize an original cartridge by the logo and also by the special hologram on the packaging. When you buy an original cartridge, you can be one hundred percent sure that everything will work as it should, but in many cases your wallet will really feel the pain. Sometimes sellers run special promotions. HP regularly offers cashback promotions, where you get part of your money back for purchasing a complete set of cartridges.

HP No.21XL Black Original Cartridge	HP No.22XL Color Original Cartridge

 

Why are originals so expensive?

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Quite simply, it is because manufacturers usually sell printers at production cost, or they are able to subsidize the sale of certain types of printers as well.Unfortunately, this strategy is then reflected in the price of the original cartridge, which is several times higher than the production costs.For this reason, original manufacturers like to scare consumers by claiming that all compatible cartridges are of poor quality.The difference in quality with high-quality compatible cartridges is honestly almost imperceptible or nonexistent.

 

Don't be afraid of a voided warranty

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If you are an average inkjet printer user, it really pays off to buy compatible cartridges for your printer, and both you and your wallet will certainly be pleased.Because when purchasing original cartridges, you will actually pay much more for operating the printer than the printer itself cost.A voided warranty in the case of using compatible cartridges also does not have to scare consumers; nowadays, every quality seller of non-original cartridges is insured for cases that may arise from the use of non-original cartridges.If the printer is damaged by using a non-original cartridge, a quality seller should arrange the repair at their own expense.