DOUBLE D 950XL & 951XL ink cartridges (compatible HP 950/951) – 10 pack for Officejet Pro series
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What it is and why people buy it
If you use an HP Officejet Pro in the 8600/8100/8600 series family, ink can become a recurring cost pretty quickly. This DOUBLE D 950XL & 951XL combo pack is a compatible replacement set for HP 950 and 951 cartridges, aimed at keeping output consistent while you replace cartridges in batches rather than one-by-one.
On paper, the appeal is straightforward: you get a sealed pack of 10 cartridges with a mix of black and the three colours (cyan, magenta and yellow). The inclusion of a chip for printer recognition is also meant to reduce the usual hassle of compatibility—especially if you’ve ever had a cartridge refuse to be detected.
Key takeaways (the bits you’ll actually care about)
The pack is built around the XL capacity idea, so it’s positioned for users who print regularly and want fewer cartridge changes. DOUBLE D quotes up to 2,300 pages for the black 950XL and up to 1,500 pages for the colour 951XL, based on 5% coverage on A4/letter size pages. Of course, real-world page yield will vary with your document mix—photos, dense graphics and heavy colour use can drag the numbers down.
It’s also described as a sealed package to help avoid leaks, which is a small detail but a practical one if your cartridges are often stored in a cupboard before use.
What stands out about the pack
Where this combo pack feels most practical is in the way it matches the colour balance of typical Officejet Pro printing. You’re not just getting a handful of cartridges—you’re getting enough to cover a full set in one go, plus the extra black for longer stretches of printing.
The cartridge breakdown (as stated) is: - 4 × 950XL black - 2 × 951XL yellow - 2 × 951XL cyan - 2 × 951XL magenta - Total 10 cartridges
There’s also mention of a user guide (Spanish language not guaranteed) and “2 x disposable” items included. If you don’t need the extra materials, it won’t hurt, but it’s worth knowing they are part of the box content.
Compatibility and the one thing to double-check
DOUBLE D states “high compatibility” with a list of HP Officejet Pro models including 8600/8610/8620/8100/8615/8625/8630/8640 and specific 251dw / 276dw variants. They also mention an intelligent chip that is recognised quickly by the printer.
Still, it’s worth being careful here: compatible listings can vary in what exactly they support across closely related models or firmware setups. Before buying, double-check your printer model number and which cartridge numbers it currently uses (HP 950/951 / 950XL / 951XL), so you don’t end up with the wrong format.
The less convincing side (a realistic limitation)
Compatible cartridges are rarely identical to the official ones in every scenario. This pack is presented as “reliable” and manufactured under ISO9001/ISO14001/RoHS/REACH and STMC with strict inspection, which is reassuring from a process perspective. But what it doesn’t guarantee—based on the information provided—is that you’ll get the same performance, print quality or “problem-free” behaviour in every printer setup.
It may not be the best fit if you’re printing highly colour-critical documents where you need predictable output every single time. And if you print only occasionally, XL cartridges may be more than you need, since you’ll be paying for capacity you might not use quickly.
Everyday use example
Say you run weekly team documents and occasional customer invoices. When your black starts to drop, you swap in a 950XL and carry on. With a 10-pack, you’re effectively setting yourself up for multiple replacements—so you can avoid the “mid-week scramble” for a single cartridge when deadlines creep up.
On the colour side, the yellow/cyan/magenta cartridges matter most for charts, branded graphics and mixed documents. Having those colours in the same batch can make your replacements feel less chaotic over time.
Tech specs
- Type: compatible ink cartridges (950XL & 951XL for HP 950/951)
- Pack size: 10 cartridges total
- Cartridge identifiers (as listed): CN045AN, CN046AN, CN047AN, CN048AN
- Claimed yield: up to 2,300 pages (black 950XL) and up to 1,500 pages (colour 951XL)
- Yield basis: 5% coverage (A4/letter-sized page reference)
Should you buy it?
This is a solid pick if you’ve got an HP Officejet Pro model listed in the compatibility notes and you want XL-style capacity from a compatible 10-pack, ideally to reduce cartridge change frequency and simplify ordering. It suits people who print regularly enough to benefit from the stated page yields.
It may not suit you if you only print occasionally, or if your work depends on very consistent colour/print behaviour where you’d rather stick to your current cartridge standard. And if you’re unsure whether your printer accepts 950XL/951XL specifically, don’t assume—verify your current cartridge numbers first.
Mini FAQ
Is this pack only for HP Officejet Pro printers?
It’s described as compatible for specific HP Officejet Pro models (including 8600/8100 series and some 251dw/276dw variants), so it’s best to match your exact model before purchasing.
What cartridge numbers does it replace?
It’s for HP 950 and 951 cartridges, specifically the 950XL and 951XL equivalents, with cartridge identifiers CN045AN, CN046AN, CN047AN and CN048AN listed.
Does the pack include both black and colour cartridges?
Yes. The pack includes four 950XL black cartridges and two each of 951XL yellow, cyan and magenta.
Will the printer recognise the cartridges?
DOUBLE D states the cartridges have a chip and are recognised quickly by the printer. Still, model checking is important if you’re trying to avoid compatibility surprises.
What’s the claimed page yield?
The listing quotes up to 2,300 pages for 950XL black and up to 1,500 pages for 951XL colours, based on 5% coverage.