HP 905XL Cyan Ink Cartridge

At a glance

The HP 905XL Cyan Ink Cartridge is a high-yield, original ink solution designed for HP inkjet printers. It suits small businesses and home users who need reliable, vivid colour prints and easy cartridge changes. Its standout strength is cost-effective page yield, though it may not match specialist photo cartridges for ultra-fine colour accuracy.

What it’s great for

• Colour Document Printing
• Business Reports
• School Projects
• Everyday Office Use

Where it works best

• Home Office
• Small Business
• School Classroom

Who it’s for

• Small Business Owner
• Home User
• Teacher
• Student

Things to consider

Colour accuracy is good for documents but may not satisfy specialist photo printing needs.

Printer compatibility assessment

8/10 — Compatible with a wide range of HP OfficeJet printers, but not universal across all HP models.

Page yield value score

9/10 — Delivers high page yield, ideal for frequent printing and cost-conscious users.

Ease of replacement rating

9/10 — Simple, tool-free installation process with clear instructions.

Business vs home suitability

Well-suited for both small business and home environments; excels in settings with moderate colour printing needs.

Key benefits

• High Yield: Prints up to twice as many pages as standard cartridges, reducing replacement frequency.
• Vivid Cyan Colour: Produces clear, vibrant blue tones for professional-looking documents.
• Easy Installation: Designed for quick, hassle-free replacement in compatible HP printers.
• Consistent Quality: Maintains reliable print performance throughout cartridge life.
• Cost Efficiency: Lower cost per page compared to standard yield cartridges.
• Fade Resistance: Prints resist fading, suitable for archiving important documents.
• Low Maintenance: Reduces printer downtime with fewer cartridge changes.
• Environmentally Responsible: Cartridge can be recycled through HP Planet Partners program.