301XL Ink Cartridges High Yield Replacement for HP 301 (Black & Colour) — for HP Envy, DeskJet & OfficeJet models

What these 301XL ink cartridges are for

If you’ve got an HP printer that takes HP 301 ink, the 301XL High Yield replacement cartridges are designed to keep your day-to-day printing moving with less frequent reordering. This pack includes both black and colour XL cartridges, so you’re not stuck waiting for one cartridge type when you’re halfway through a print job.

On paper, the appeal is straightforward: higher page yield compared with standard cartridges (based on the stated figures), paired with compatibility for a fairly wide list of HP Envy, DeskJet and OfficeJet models. It’s the sort of consumable you buy for steady home or small-office use, not for experimental printing.

The essentials: yield, coverage and what you can expect

The listing claims a high page yield of 750 pages for the 301XL black cartridge and 450 pages for the 301XL colour cartridge, assessed at 5% coverage on A4 paper. That “5% coverage” detail matters: real-world page counts will vary depending on how text-heavy your documents are, how much colour you use, and whether you print drafts or final documents.

In practical terms, this is the kind of cartridge set you’d consider when you print regularly—school worksheets, reports, forms, and occasional colour documents—because you tend to feel the benefit of XL cartridges when you’re not changing ink every week.

Compatibility (and the one thing to double-check)

Compatibility is listed for many HP models including HP Envy (e.g., 5530 and certain 4500/5530-series models), DeskJet (several 2540/2544/2050/1050-series models) and OfficeJet (notably 2620/2622/4630-series models). The description also notes: “Refer to Figure 2 for more printer models”.

You should treat the model list as your starting point and then verify your printer’s cartridge requirement before buying. It’s not perfect, and without checking your specific printer’s current cartridge type, it’s easy to waste time if you’re close but not an exact match.

What stands out in day-to-day use

This pack is aimed at reliable printer recognition and consistent output. The description specifically mentions “enhanced chips” for printer recognition and claims that the cartridges undergo testing for consistent performance.

A quick real-world example

Say you’re printing a set of revision notes: mostly black text with a couple of colour diagrams. With a black XL and a colour XL in the same pack, you’re set up to print through a batch without immediately running into the typical “one cartridge is fine, the other is empty” problem.

What may not suit everyone

High-yield cartridges are a good fit if you’re a regular printer. But if you only print occasionally, you may prefer standard cartridges to avoid tying yourself into a larger ink spend.

Also, the listing states that packaging may vary between older and newer versions, even though “quality remains consistent”. That isn’t usually a problem, but it’s worth keeping in mind if you’re the type to want the exact same unboxing every time.

What’s included in the pack

The package content is stated as: - 1 × 301XL black ink cartridge - 1 × 301 colour ink cartridge (XL) - 1 × user manual - 1 × eraser

If you’re mainly buying for the cartridges themselves, the key point is that you get both black and colour together.

Is it worth it?

This set makes sense if you own a compatible HP Envy/DeskJet/OfficeJet model that uses HP 301 ink and you want XL-style value backed by the listed yield figures. It’s also a sensible buy if you print enough that higher yield helps reduce how often you replace ink.

It may not be the best match if you print very rarely, or if you can’t confidently confirm your printer’s cartridge compatibility first. For buying decisions, the compatibility check is the one step you really don’t want to skip—especially since the listing references “Figure 2” for additional models.

Mini FAQ

How do I confirm it fits my HP printer?

Check your printer model against the compatibility list provided in the listing details, and if there’s any doubt, double-check your printer’s required cartridge type. The description references additional models in “Figure 2”.

What sort of page yield can I realistically expect?

The stated figures are 750 pages for black and 450 pages for colour at 5% A4 coverage. Your results can be lower or higher depending on your documents and how much colour you use.

Does the pack include both black and colour?

Yes. The pack includes one 301XL black cartridge and one 301XL colour cartridge, plus a user manual and an eraser.

Why buy XL instead of standard cartridges?

XL is typically for reducing how often you replace ink, which tends to suit home users and small offices that print regularly. If you rarely print, standard cartridges can be more practical.

Will packaging be the same each time?

No—the listing notes that packaging may vary between older and newer versions, while the quality remains consistent.