950XL 951XL Ink Cartridges Combo Pack Replacement for HP 950 951

Our review of the 950XL 951XL Ink Cartridges Combo Pack finds it best suited for small offices or home users who need a low-cost, high-yield replacement for HP 950 and 951 cartridges. The single biggest reason to consider this set is page yield: the 950XL black offers around 2300 pages and each 951XL color cartridge about 1500 pages at 5% coverage, which translates to fewer cartridge changes and lower running cost for routine document and color print needs.

Key Features

• Package content: The combo includes one 950XL black and three 951XL color cartridges, delivering a full set replacement so users can resume printing without sourcing multiple items.
• High page yields: The black 950XL is rated at about 2300 pages and each 951XL color at about 1500 pages with 5% A4 coverage, making it economical for moderate-volume printing.
• Wide compatibility: Works with a long list of OfficeJet Pro models including 8600, 8610, 8620 and several 250/270/276DW variants, simplifying purchases for users of those printers.
• Color performance: The cartridges are described as producing bright colors and crisp text, which is useful for mixed document and occasional photo prints.
• Non-OEM alternative: These are replacement non-OEM cartridges that aim to match OEM capacity while reducing cost per page for budget-conscious buyers.

Who It's For

This combo pack suits home offices and small businesses that prioritize lower running cost and larger page yields over OEM brand guarantees, particularly if they use compatible OfficeJet Pro models and print regularly in both black and color. It is also a practical option for users who keep spare cartridges on hand to avoid downtime.

Users who require guaranteed printer recognition or who rely on manufacturer support for critical production printing should look elsewhere, since third-party cartridges can sometimes trigger compatibility issues on certain printers or firmware versions.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• High stated page yield reduces the frequency of replacements and lowers cost per page for typical document printing.
• Complete four-cartridge set (black, cyan, magenta, yellow) restores full color printing in one purchase.
• Reportedly good color vibrancy and crisp text for everyday documents and presentations.
• Compatible with many OfficeJet Pro models, simplifying selection for those printers.

Cons

• Some customers report occasional compatibility or recognition problems with certain printers, a realistic limitation of non-OEM cartridges.
• As a non-OEM option, there is less formal manufacturer support compared with original brand cartridges.

Specifications

Brand	fannster (replacement)
Included Cartridges	1x 950XL Black, 1x 951XL Cyan, 1x 951XL Magenta, 1x 951XL Yellow
Compatible Printers	OfficeJet Pro 8100, 8600, 8610, 8615, 8620, 8625, 8630, 8640, 8660, 251DW, 271DW, 276DW
Black Page Yield	About 2300 pages (950XL at 5% coverage)
Color Page Yield	About 1500 pages each (951XL at 5% coverage)
Cartridge Type	NON-OEM replacement ink cartridges

Our Verdict

The 950XL 951XL combo pack is a practical value choice for users of compatible OfficeJet Pro printers who want larger page yields and lower operating cost. It offers good color and crisp text for everyday printing, but those who need guaranteed OEM recognition or priority support should weigh the small risk of compatibility issues before switching.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will these cartridges work in my OfficeJet Pro?
They are designed for many OfficeJet Pro models including 8600, 8610, 8620 and select 250/270/276DW series, but printer firmware can affect recognition so check your model and firmware.

How many pages will I get?
The 950XL black is rated at about 2300 pages and each 951XL color at about 1500 pages at 5% A4 coverage according to the product details.

Are these original HP cartridges?
No, these are non-OEM replacement cartridges from fannster intended as a lower-cost alternative to OEM ink.