245XL Black Ink Cartridge Replacement

Highlights

When a home printer runs low on black ink, this two-pack of 245XL replacement cartridges is intended to keep routine document printing going without switching cartridge formats. It’s a non-OEM option, so the key first step is confirming that your exact printer model is on the compatibility list.

The listing identifies the ink as dye-based and says each cartridge has a stated yield of 500 pages at 5% coverage on A4 paper. That figure gives you a reference point, not a guarantee for every job: pages with dense text or large filled areas use ink differently. The package includes two black cartridges and a user guide.

Best use cases

This cartridge is aimed at compatible Canon printers, including models in the MG, MX, TR, and TS families. Listed examples include the MG2522, MX490, TR4520, TS3322, and TS202. The full model list also includes other printers, so match the model number on your printer rather than relying on a family name alone.

It suits you if you want a replacement for everyday black printing—think a short form, a shipping label, or a few pages of schoolwork—and your printer is explicitly listed. If your priority is buying an OEM cartridge, this one is not that: the product description states that it is not an OEM product. Keep in mind that the stated page yield is based on 5% coverage, so ink-heavy documents may not match it.

Tips for day-to-day use

Before ordering, compare the printer’s full model number with the compatibility list. Similar-looking model numbers can differ, and the listing does not establish compatibility with printers that aren’t named. The cartridge is described as using an upgraded smart chip, but the supplied details don’t specify setup steps or what an error message might mean on a particular printer.

For a practical check, look at the printer model before placing a replacement order, then keep the second cartridge available for the next time black ink runs low. The two-pack may suit households that print intermittently and want another cartridge on hand, someone who prints only rarely may prefer to choose based on their actual usage rather than the stated yield alone. The product information describes the ink as intended to produce clear black text, but gives no independent test results or performance guarantee.

Before you decide

Is this an OEM Canon cartridge? No. The listing identifies it as a replacement cartridge and says it is not an OEM product.

What page yield is stated? The description gives 500 pages for a 245XL cartridge at 5% coverage on A4 paper. Actual yield depends on what you print.

What comes in the package? Two black replacement cartridges and one user guide are listed.

Final verdict

This 245XL replacement is worth considering when your printer appears on the compatibility list and you want two black cartridges in one package. Its clearest buying advantage is having a spare ready, while the main trade-off is that it is a non-OEM cartridge and the stated yield depends on a specific coverage basis. Not the best choice if you require an OEM product or can’t confirm your exact printer model.