LxTek Compatible PGI-525 / CLI-526 Ink Cartridges (Canon 525 526) for PIXMA & MAXIFY Printers – Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, 10-Pack
Product description
The essentials
If you’re running a Canon PIXMA or MAXIFY-style inkjet and your current cartridges are costing more than they should, this 10-pack of LxTek compatible PGI-525 / CLI-526 cartridges is aimed squarely at day-to-day printing. It’s designed as a like-for-like replacement for Canon 525 and 526 cartridges, with a full set of colours included in the pack (black plus the CMY colours), plus extra black depending on the mix inside the box.
On paper, the appeal is simple: you get a multi-colour replacement bundle rather than just one cartridge at a time. That tends to suit households and small offices that print regularly enough to want a few replacements ready, without waiting for the next refill cycle.
That said, compatibility and print performance can vary a bit by printer model and usage. It’s not an original Canon product, so if you’re the sort of user who needs to squeeze out absolute best output or rely on very specific printer behaviours, you may want to double-check your printer model first.
Key points
This pack includes cartridges for Black plus Cyan, Magenta and Yellow, intended for use in compatible Canon 525/526 setups.
The stated page yields suggest a plan for routine volume printing: one black cartridge is quoted at 550 pages and a set that includes the colour cartridges is quoted at 360 pages for the multipack black, cyan, magenta and yellow configuration, both based on 5% coverage of A4.
Where it really fits is straightforward: if you print documents, schoolwork, spreadsheets or everyday graphics and you’d rather manage costs than buy single cartridges repeatedly, a 10-pack like this can be convenient.
It’s also worth noting that the box contents can vary (“Packing may vary”), so while the listing describes a 10-pack mix, the exact arrangement could differ slightly.
The essentials of what you get
The box contents are listed as: - 2 Photo Black - 2 Black - 2 Cyan - 2 Magenta - 2 Yellow (10 pack total, packaging may vary.)
That mix is handy if your printer uses multiple black inks (including photo black) rather than only one black cartridge. For everyday printing, it means you’re not stuck when one colour runs low while the rest are still fine.
A small practical example: if you’re printing a weekly set of forms and a few colour pages for a school project, you can install the full set and carry on without hunting for individual replacements right away. For someone printing mostly text-only, you may still benefit from having the colour cartridges ready, but you might feel the pack is more “than you need”.
Tech specs
- Type: Compatible ink cartridge replacement (PGI-525 / CLI-526)
- Colour options: Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow (including Photo Black)
- Pack size: 10 cartridges
- Stated page yield (A4, 5% coverage): 550 pages per 525 PGBK black cartridge
- Stated page yield (A4, 5% coverage): 360 pages for 526 multipack black, cyan, magenta, yellow cartridge set
- Box contents (as listed): 2 Photo Black, 2 Black, 2 Cyan, 2 Magenta, 2 Yellow
- Quality approach: Each 525XL ink cartridge undergoes a strict quality testing procedure to ensure compatibility with your printer
Where it shines (and where it can fall short)
If you’re buying for value and convenience, this is the kind of compatible cartridge bundle that makes sense. The multi-pack approach can reduce the number of times you need to reorder, and the listed yields give a reasonable reference point for how long it may last under typical A4 usage.
However, it may not be the best choice if your priorities are extremely print-specific results or if you’re chasing the most consistent output you can get from original manufacturer cartridges. Compatible products can sit more in the “budget-to-mid” comfort zone, and the real-world experience depends heavily on your printer model, settings and how often you print.
Also, keep in mind that “Packing may vary” means you shouldn’t assume the exact cartridge distribution will always look identical to the listed breakdown.
Buying verdict
It makes sense to buy this LxTek compatible 10-pack if you want a cost-conscious way to keep a Canon inkjet running, you’re printing a mix of black and colour pages, and you prefer having replacements ready rather than ordering one cartridge at a time.
You may want to skip it if you only print occasional documents (so a multi-pack could be more than you’ll use), or if you’re particularly sensitive to print output consistency and would rather stay with original cartridges.
Mini FAQ
1) Is this cartridge pack original Canon?
No. The listing is clear it’s a compatible replacement (not original), intended for Canon PGI-525 / CLI-526 cartridge compatibility.
2) What printers is it meant for?
The listing references compatibility with Canon PIXMA models including MG5350, MG5250, MG5150, MG6150, MG6250, MG8150, MG8250, IP4850, IP4950, IX6550, as well as MX715 and 895.
3) What colours are included?
Based on the listed box contents, the pack includes Photo Black and Black plus Cyan, Magenta and Yellow.
4) How many pages does it print?
The listing provides stated yields: 550 pages for the 525 PGBK black cartridge and 360 pages for the 526 multipack configuration, both based on 5% A4 coverage.
5) Does the pack contents always match the listing exactly?
It says “Packing may vary”, so while the 10-pack breakdown is described, the exact arrangement may differ slightly.