Which ink does the Epson Expression Premium XP-6100 use?
The Epson Expression Premium XP-6100 (inkjet, 2018) uses Epson 302XL, Epson 302.
Third-party cartridge risk: Low no firmware lockout is on record for this printer, so compatible and remanufactured cartridges should work.
The Epson Expression Premium XP-6100 uses Epson 302 and 302XL ink cartridges which come in black cyan magenta and yellow colors with standard and XL yield options available. If you're looking for a cost-effective option it's worth considering the higher page yields of the XL cartridges but keep in mind their slightly lower page costs per unit may not be as significant when purchasing in smaller quantities.
Compatible cartridges
| Cartridge | Color | Yield | Pages | OEM price | Cost/page | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epson 302XL | black | XL | 550 | $32.00 | 5.8¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
| Epson 302XL | cyan | XL | 470 | $28.00 | 6.0¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
| Epson 302XL | magenta | XL | 470 | $28.00 | 6.0¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
| Epson 302XL | yellow | XL | 470 | $28.00 | 6.0¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
| Epson 302 | black | standard | 240 | $16.00 | 6.7¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
| Epson 302 | cyan | standard | 300 | $14.00 | 4.7¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
| Epson 302 | magenta | standard | 300 | $14.00 | 4.7¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
| Epson 302 | yellow | standard | 300 | $14.00 | 4.7¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
XL (high-yield) cartridges cost more upfront but lower the cost per page, which is better if you print a lot.
The Epson Expression Premium XP-6100 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 Epson 302 at about 4.7 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 Epson Expression Premium XP-6100 use?
The Epson Expression Premium XP-6100 uses Epson 302 and Epson 302XL.
Does the Epson Expression Premium XP-6100 take XL cartridges?
Yes. Besides the standard cartridges it accepts Epson 302XL. 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 Epson Expression Premium XP-6100, or will firmware block it?
The Epson Expression Premium XP-6100 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 Epson Expression Premium XP-6100 cartridges print?
Rated yields run from about 240 pages (Epson 302) to about 550 pages (Epson 302XL), 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 Epson Expression Premium XP-6100?
By list price the lowest cost per page here is the Epson 302 at about 4.7 cents per page. A reliable compatible or remanufactured cartridge can lower that further.
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