Which ink does the Epson WorkForce WF-2930 use?

The Epson WorkForce WF-2930 (inkjet, 2022) uses Epson 232XL, Epson 232.

Third-party cartridge risk: Medium a firmware update can start blocking non-OEM cartridges, so check before buying a large supply, or hold off on firmware updates.

The Epson WorkForce WF-2930 uses inkjet cartridges and was released in 2022. It takes standard and high yield versions of the Epson 232XL black, cyan, magenta, and yellow cartridges, as well as standard versions of the same colors with a lower page yield. If you're looking to save money, consider purchasing high yield cartridges which offer more pages per unit cost, but be aware that third-party compatible options are available for this printer.

Firmware DRM: Epson can stop third-party ink working here with a firmware update, and it is the update rather than the cartridge that does it. Epson's own guide for the WorkForce WF-2930 says so in as many words: cartridges that functioned before a firmware update may not continue to function. Epson gives you the warning in advance, which is little use once the printer updates itself, so the defence is to decide when it updates. Turn automatic updates off before you fit a compatible, and keep a genuine cartridge in reserve for the day you do have to update. See which printers block third-party ink →

Compatible cartridges

CartridgeColorYieldPagesOEM priceCost/page
Epson 232XL black XL380 $36.99 9.7¢ OEM · AmazonCompatible
Epson 232 black standard150 $22.99 15.3¢ OEM · AmazonCompatible
Epson 232 cyan standard140 $9.29 6.6¢ OEM · AmazonCompatible
Epson 232 magenta standard140 $9.29 6.6¢ OEM · AmazonCompatible
Epson 232 yellow standard140 $9.29 6.6¢ 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: genuine OEM is the safer bet

The Epson WorkForce WF-2930 is on our firmware-lockout list, so a compatible or remanufactured cartridge can stop working after a printer update. The safe choice is genuine Epson ink. If you want to try a compatible to save money, buy only from a seller that guarantees it works with this printer's current firmware, and keep the receipt.

Frequently asked questions

Which ink does the Epson WorkForce WF-2930 use?

The Epson WorkForce WF-2930 uses Epson 232 and Epson 232XL.

Does the Epson WorkForce WF-2930 use toner?

No. The Epson WorkForce WF-2930 is an inkjet, so it prints with liquid ink from a cartridge, not toner powder, and no toner cartridge fits it. If you were searching for WorkForce WF-2930 toner, the part you want is Epson 232 and Epson 232XL.

Does the Epson WorkForce WF-2930 take XL cartridges?

Yes. Besides the standard cartridges it accepts Epson 232XL. 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 WorkForce WF-2930, or will firmware block it?

Epson can stop third-party ink working here with a firmware update, and it is the update rather than the cartridge that does it. Epson's own guide for the WorkForce WF-2930 says so in as many words: cartridges that functioned before a firmware update may not continue to function. Epson gives you the warning in advance, which is little use once the printer updates itself, so the defence is to decide when it updates. Turn automatic updates off before you fit a compatible, and keep a genuine cartridge in reserve for the day you do have to update.

How many pages do the Epson WorkForce WF-2930 cartridges print?

Rated yields are the Epson 232 at about 140 pages, the Epson 232 at about 150 pages and the Epson 232XL at about 380 pages. Real-world yield depends on how much you print and how much ink each page uses.

What is the cheapest ink for the Epson WorkForce WF-2930?

By list price the lowest cost per page here is the Epson 232 at about 6.6 cents per page. A reliable compatible or remanufactured cartridge can lower that further.

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