Epson 288XL black · XL
Epson 288XL is a Epson black XL cartridge rated at ~500 pages (6.0¢/page at $30.00).
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The Epson 288XL is an XL ink cartridge designed for use with black ink printing. It fits one specific printer model, the Epson Expression Home XP-440, and has a rated yield of about 500 pages. If you're looking to save money on standard cartridges, this high-yield option may be worth considering, but be aware that compatible alternatives are also available.
Printers that use Epson 288XL
Frequently asked questions
Which printers use the Epson 288XL?
1 printer in our database use the Epson 288XL, including the Epson Expression Home XP-440.
Is the Epson 288XL a standard or high-yield cartridge?
The Epson 288XL is a XL (high-yield) cartridge. It costs more upfront than a standard cartridge but prints more pages, so the cost per page is lower.
How many pages does the Epson 288XL print?
The Epson 288XL is rated at about 500 pages. Actual yield varies with how much of each page you print.
What does the Epson 288XL cost per page?
At a list price of $30.00 and about 500 pages, the Epson 288XL works out to roughly 6.0 cents per page. A reliable compatible can cost noticeably less.
Are compatible or remanufactured versions of the Epson 288XL safe to use?
Compatible and remanufactured cartridges are third-party alternatives to the Epson 288XL that usually cost much less. Most work well, though quality varies by seller. If your printer can receive firmware updates that block non-OEM ink, check that printer's page first.
Related cartridges
Other colors and standard or high-yield versions used in the same printers.
- Epson 288 magenta · standard
- Epson 288 cyan · standard
- Epson 288 yellow · standard
- Epson 288 black · standard
- Epson 288XL yellow · XL
- Epson 288XL magenta · XL
- Epson 288XL cyan · XL
Guides worth reading before you buy
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- Why did my printer stop accepting compatible ink after a firmware update?
- What the chip on your ink cartridge actually does, and where it becomes a lock
- Page yield explained: what ISO 24711 measures, and why you get fewer pages than the box says
- Does Epson block third-party ink? Yes on cartridge models, no on EcoTank
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