Epson Ink Cartridges: Find the Right Ink for Your Printer

To find Epson ink cartridges that fit, start with your printer's full model number and the number on the existing ink supply. Not every Epson inkjet uses cartridges: some refillable-tank printers use bottled ink instead. Check the supply system before placing an order.

Does your Epson printer use cartridges or ink bottles?

Open your printer's supply information or consult its manual. Cartridge-based models take replaceable ink cartridges, often one per colour. A refillable ink-tank model uses the ink bottles specified for that exact printer. A bottle is not a substitute for a cartridge, and toner is for laser printing rather than an inkjet. Confirm the printer model first, then select the correct supply type.

Match the full printer and ink number

Find the model name on the printer label or settings screen. Look for the supply number on your previous cartridge or bottle, its packaging, or the manufacturer's specifications. Compare both with the compatibility information on the product listing, including any regional version. Similar-looking Epson printers can take different inks.

Choose the correct colours

Check whether the printer needs black, cyan, magenta, yellow, or additional colours for its particular configuration. Replace the colour identified by the printer rather than guessing from the appearance of a test page. Some listings are single-colour items while others are multipacks, so verify what is included.

Compare yield and total cost

For cartridge-based models, standard and higher-yield options may be available. Compare price, stated page yield, and pack quantity to estimate cost per page. Photo printing and heavy colour coverage can reduce real-world yield. For bottled ink, compare the bottle number and volume specified for the printer; do not assume every bottle with the same colour is suitable.

Original versus compatible supplies

Original Epson ink is manufactured by Epson. A compatible supply is made by another company for specified models. Read the exact compatibility list and return terms, and distinguish a third-party product from an Epson-manufactured one. When refilling a tank, follow the printer maker's handling instructions and never force the wrong bottle into the tank.

Ordering checklist

1. Write down the printer's full model name.
2. Confirm cartridges versus refillable bottles.
3. Check the complete supply number and required colour.
4. Verify the product's compatibility list and pack contents.
5. Compare yield or bottle volume, availability, and return terms.

Vonex helps Canadian workplaces find printer supplies. If you are not sure which supply your Epson model needs, contact us with the full printer model and the code from the old package. For a broader comparison of supplies, see our printer supplies buying guide.