Which ink does the Brother MFC-J805DW use?
The Brother MFC-J805DW (inkjet, 2019) uses LC3033BK, LC3033C, LC3033M, LC3033Y.
Third-party cartridge risk: Low no firmware lockout is on record for this printer, so compatible and remanufactured cartridges should work.
The Brother MFC-J805DW uses four types of XL ink cartridges: black LC3033BK, cyan LC3033C, magenta LC3033M and yellow LC3033Y. These high-yield cartridges have a larger page yield compared to standard ones but are also more expensive. If you're looking for cost-effective alternatives, third-party cartridges may be available as the printer does not have firmware DRM restrictions on record.
Compatible cartridges
| Cartridge | Color | Yield | Pages | OEM price | Cost/page | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LC3033BK | black | XL | 3000 | $35.00 | 1.2¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
| LC3033C | cyan | XL | 1500 | $20.00 | 1.3¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
| LC3033M | magenta | XL | 1500 | $20.00 | 1.3¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
| LC3033Y | yellow | XL | 1500 | $20.00 | 1.3¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
XL (high-yield) cartridges cost more upfront but lower the cost per page, which is better if you print a lot.
The Brother MFC-J805DW is not on our firmware-lockout list, so a well-reviewed compatible or remanufactured cartridge should work and costs well below OEM. By list price the lowest cost per page here is the LC3033BK at about 1.2 cents per page, and a reliable compatible typically undercuts that. Buy from a seller with strong reviews and a compatibility guarantee.
Frequently asked questions
Which ink does the Brother MFC-J805DW use?
The Brother MFC-J805DW uses LC3033BK, LC3033C, LC3033M and LC3033Y.
Does the Brother MFC-J805DW take XL cartridges?
Yes. Besides the standard cartridges it accepts LC3033BK, LC3033C, LC3033M and LC3033Y. A high-yield XL holds more ink and costs less per page, which is worth it if you print often.
Will third-party ink work in the Brother MFC-J805DW, or will firmware block it?
The Brother MFC-J805DW is not on our firmware-lockout list, so compatible and remanufactured cartridges should work. Firmware can change with an update, so it is worth checking before buying a large supply.
How many pages do the Brother MFC-J805DW cartridges print?
Rated yields run from about 1500 pages (LC3033C) to about 3000 pages (LC3033BK), depending on the cartridge. Real-world yield depends on how much you print and how much ink each page uses.
What is the cheapest ink for the Brother MFC-J805DW?
By list price the lowest cost per page here is the LC3033BK at about 1.2 cents per page. A reliable compatible or remanufactured cartridge can lower that further.
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