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8.1pper page (black, 5% coverage)
480pages from XL black cartridge
22%saving vs HP direct price
£10.99saved per multipack vs OEM
Which printers use HP 305 / 305XL cartridges?
The HP 305 / 305XL cartridge is compatible with the following HP printers:
HP DeskJet 2700
HP DeskJet 2710e
HP DeskJet 2720e
HP DeskJet 2721e
HP DeskJet 2722e
HP DeskJet 2723e
HP DeskJet 2724e
HP DeskJet 4120e
HP DeskJet 4122e
HP DeskJet 4130e
HP DeskJet 4220e
HP DeskJet Plus 4110
HP DeskJet Plus 4120
HP DeskJet Plus 4130
HP ENVY 6000
HP ENVY 6010e
HP ENVY 6020e
HP ENVY 6022e
HP ENVY 6030e
HP ENVY 6032e
HP ENVY 6420e
HP ENVY 6430e
HP ENVY Pro 6420
HP ENVY Pro 6422
HP ENVY Pro 6432
Original vs compatible HP 305XL ink
Original HP cartridges are manufactured by HP and typically cost
£49.98 or more for the XL multipack. They are guaranteed to work
and HP provides direct support if you have issues.
Compatible cartridges are manufactured by third-party companies to the same
specifications as the HP original. They use the same ink chemistry and produce the same print
quality in normal use. Quality varies by manufacturer — the retailers compared on this page
all offer satisfaction guarantees.
Does using compatible ink void my warranty? No. Under UK and EU consumer law,
using compatible cartridges cannot void your HP printer warranty. This right has been upheld by
the courts and HP cannot legally require you to use only their own branded ink.
Frequently asked questions — HP 305 / 305XL
What is the cheapest HP 305XL ink in the UK?
The cheapest compatible HP 305XL multipack in the UK is currently available from Printer Inks at £38.45 — saving 23% versus buying two HP 305XL cartridges directly from HP. Prices are checked and updated weekly by Printholm.
What printers use HP 305 and HP 305XL cartridges?
HP 305 and 305XL cartridges are compatible with HP DeskJet 2700 series, HP DeskJet 4120 series, HP DeskJet Plus 4110 and 4130 series, HP ENVY 6000 series, HP ENVY 6420e, HP ENVY 6430e, and HP ENVY Pro 6420 series printers.
What is the difference between HP 305 and HP 305XL?
The HP 305XL is the high-capacity version. The XL black cartridge prints approximately 480 pages versus 120 pages for the standard HP 305 black. The XL version costs more upfront but is significantly cheaper per page.
How many pages does the HP 305XL print?
The HP 305XL black cartridge is rated at approximately 480 pages at 5% page coverage. The HP 305XL colour cartridge is rated at approximately 200 pages. These are manufacturer estimates based on standard printing patterns.
Will compatible HP 305XL cartridges void my printer warranty?
No. Under UK consumer law, using compatible ink cartridges does not void your HP printer warranty. HP cannot legally require you to use only their own cartridges.
What does the HP 305XL multipack include?
The HP 305XL multipack includes one high-capacity black cartridge (480 pages) and one high-capacity tri-colour cartridge (200 pages). HP do not sell a combined 305XL multipack directly — the prices shown are for purchasing both XL cartridges together from compatible retailers.
What is the cost per page for the HP 305XL?
At the cheapest compatible price available, the HP 305XL black works out at approximately 8p per page for black text printing at 5% coverage. The original HP 305XL costs approximately 10p per page — making compatible alternatives meaningfully cheaper per page.
