Inktopia Compatible Ink Cartridge Replacement for Canon PG 245XL 246XL

In this review the Inktopia compatible ink 3-pack is evaluated for home and small office users who need a lower-cost alternative to OEM cartridges. The bottom line: it is a practical choice for routine printing when initial cost and decent page yield matter most, delivering up to 400 pages from each PG-245XL and up to 300 from the CL-246XL under typical conditions. The pack contains two black and one tricolor cartridge with an ink level indicator and is compatible with a broad set of Canon Pixma printers, making it a convenient refill option for households and light office workloads.

Key Features

• Compatible replacement: Works as a drop-in substitute for Canon PG-245XL, 245 XL, CL-246XL and related cartridges to keep common Pixma models printing.
• Three-cartridge pack: Includes two black and one tricolor cartridge so users get both text and color capacity in a single purchase.
• Ink level indicator: A visible indicator helps estimate remaining ink and avoid unexpected runouts during important print jobs.
• Decent page yield: Rated up to 400 pages for each PG-245XL and up to 300 pages for the CL-246XL, providing reasonable longevity for everyday documents and photos.
• Wide compatibility: Designed to work with many Canon Pixma printers including TR4520, iP2820, MG2420, MG2920 and MX492 series, simplifying purchases for multi-printer households.

Who It's For

The Inktopia 3-pack is best for budget-conscious home users, students, and small offices that print regularly but do not require professional photo color fidelity. Buyers who need standard documents, school assignments, and occasional color pages will find the pack economical and easy to install.

Users who require guaranteed OEM-level reliability for business-critical printing or who must print high-end photographic work should consider OEM cartridges or professional-grade inks instead, since customer reports show mixed results in functionality and longevity across units.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Lower upfront cost compared with name-brand cartridges, offering clear value for routine printing.
• Included ink level indicator helps reduce surprises by showing remaining ink.
• Wide printer compatibility covers many Canon Pixma models so one purchase can serve multiple machines.

Cons

• Mixed customer reports on functionality and longevity mean some units may fail early or not work in every printer.

Specifications

Package contents	3-pack: 2 black, 1 tricolor
Compatible models	Canon Pixma TR4520, TR4522, iP2820, MG2420, MG2520, MG2920, MX490, MX492, TS3120 and others
Ink level	Ink level indicator included
Page yield (black)	Up to 400 pages per PG-245XL
Page yield (color)	Up to 300 pages per CL-246XL
Color configuration	2 black, 1 tricolor

Our Verdict

The Inktopia compatible 3-pack is a sensible, cost-effective option for everyday home and small office printing where price and acceptable page yield are priorities. It offers broad Canon Pixma compatibility and an ink level indicator, making it a good value pick, but buyers should be aware of mixed reports about inconsistent longevity and functionality.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will these cartridges fit my Pixma printer?
They are compatible with a long list of Canon Pixma models including TR4520, iP2820, MG2420, MG2920 and MX492; check your printer model against the compatibility list.

How many pages will each cartridge print?
Each PG-245XL black is rated up to 400 pages and each CL-246XL tricolor up to 300 pages under typical conditions.

Are these equivalent to OEM cartridges?
They are compatible replacements and offer similar capacity, but customer experiences vary and some units may not match OEM reliability or longevity.