PRINKUS 218A Toner Cartridges 4-Pack with Chip for HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301fdw / 3201dw
Product description
If your HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP prints are slowing down and you’re starting to think about toner replacements, this 218A 4-pack is built around one main idea: make the switch feel as painless as possible. It’s a compatible replacement set for HP 218A toner cartridges, shipped as four cartridges with chips included—so you’re not expected to remove or reinstall chips yourself.
That said, it’s still “compatible,” so the most important part of your decision is whether it matches your specific printer model and how much output you need before the next change.
What it is and why people buy it
This PRINKUS 218A toner 4-pack is designed for color laser printing in specific HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP / 3201 series office printers. The set includes black plus the three color cartridges (cyan, yellow, magenta), so you can replace the full set instead of juggling partial colors and uneven print quality.
The “with chip” approach is the standout here. On paper, it’s meant to reduce setup friction by keeping the chip installed in the cartridge, which can be a big time-saver when you’re swapping toner between print jobs.
Key takeaways for day-to-day use
For most buyers, the real question is less about the cartridge name and more about what you’ll notice in practice: consistent color output, fewer interruptions during setup, and predictable page counts.
The listing includes yield estimates:
- Up to 1,300 pages for the 218A black toner (with chip)
- Up to 1,200 pages per color toner (with chip), based on Letter/A4 at 5% coverage
Those numbers are helpful for planning your inventory, but keep expectations realistic—actual pages can vary with how coverage-heavy your documents are (graphics, charts, and dense text can bring yields down).
Included cartridges (so you’re not missing anything)
This package comes as a complete 4-cartridge set with chips included. Included items are:
- 1 x W2180A black toner
- 1 x W2181A cyan toner
- 1 x W2182A yellow toner
- 1 x W2183A magenta toner
If you often print mixed color documents, replacing all four at once is usually the cleaner workflow. It also makes it easier to avoid scenarios where one color runs out first and you’re stuck ordering a single cartridge later.
Compatibility: the part to double-check
This toner 4-pack is listed as compatible with:
- Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301fdw
- Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw
- Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301 Series: 3301fdw, 3301cdw, 3301sdw
Make sure your printer model matches what’s listed before buying. Compatible cartridges can be great value, but if your model isn’t on the supported list, it’s easy to end up with headaches during installation or recognition.
Is it worth it?
It’s a solid pick if you want a complete 218A color toner set for an eligible HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP/3201dw-style printer, and you prefer the “chip included” setup that avoids chip handling on your end. If you print regular color office documents and you’d rather replace all colors together, the 4-pack format makes practical sense.
You may want to skip it if you’re unsure about model compatibility, or if you only need one cartridge and don’t want to buy a full set. Also, if your usage is extremely low, the estimated yields might not be as meaningful to you—you might be better off considering a smaller replacement approach.
Mini FAQ
How do the chips work with this set?
The listing states the cartridges include the chips, so you don’t need to remove and install them yourself.
What kind of page yield should I expect?
The estimates are up to 1,300 pages for black and up to 1,200 pages per color cartridge at 5% coverage on Letter/A4. Your actual results may be lower depending on how much toner your prints use.
Which printers is this compatible with?
It’s listed as compatible with specific Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301 and 3201 series models, including 3301fdw and 3201dw, plus 3301cdw and 3301sdw.
Should I replace all colors at once?
If you print in color consistently, replacing the full set can help you keep color output more even. If you only have one failing color, a full 4-pack might be more than you need.
Where it fits best in a buying decision
If you want compatible toner with a chip-included setup and you’ve already confirmed your printer model is on the compatible list, this 218A 4-pack is worth considering. Just don’t treat the yield numbers as guaranteed—they’re estimates—and double-check printer compatibility first.