Which ink does the Canon PIXMA MX922 use?

The Canon PIXMA MX922 (inkjet, 2013) uses PGI-250XL, CLI-251, PGI-250.

Third-party cartridge risk: Low no firmware lockout is on record for this printer, so compatible and remanufactured cartridges should work.

The Canon PIXMA MX922 uses ink cartridges for printing. The printer takes standard and high yield versions of black PGI-250XL and CLI-251 ink cartridges as well as standard cyan magenta and yellow CLI-251 cartridges. When buying replacement ink, consider whether you need the higher page yield of the XL version or are looking for a more affordable option with the standard capacity.

Compatible cartridges

CartridgeColorYieldPagesOEM priceCost/page
PGI-250XL black XL500 $22.00 4.4¢ OEM · AmazonCompatible
CLI-251 black standard349 $13.00 3.7¢ OEM · AmazonCompatible
PGI-250 black standard300 $16.00 5.3¢ OEM · AmazonCompatible
CLI-251 cyan standard298 $13.00 4.4¢ OEM · AmazonCompatible
CLI-251 magenta standard298 $13.00 4.4¢ OEM · AmazonCompatible
CLI-251 yellow standard298 $13.00 4.4¢ OEM · AmazonCompatible

XL (high-yield) cartridges cost more upfront but lower the cost per page, which is better if you print a lot.

Our pick: a reliable compatible saves the most

The Canon PIXMA MX922 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 CLI-251 at about 3.7 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 Canon PIXMA MX922 use?

The Canon PIXMA MX922 uses CLI-251, PGI-250 and PGI-250XL.

Does the Canon PIXMA MX922 take XL cartridges?

Yes. Besides the standard cartridges it accepts PGI-250XL. 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 Canon PIXMA MX922, or will firmware block it?

The Canon PIXMA MX922 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 Canon PIXMA MX922 cartridges print?

Rated yields run from about 298 pages (CLI-251) to about 500 pages (PGI-250XL), 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 Canon PIXMA MX922?

By list price the lowest cost per page here is the CLI-251 at about 3.7 cents per page. A reliable compatible or remanufactured cartridge can lower that further.

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