Which ink does the HP DeskJet 1255 use?

The HP DeskJet 1255 (inkjet, 2020) uses HP 67XL, HP 67.

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 HP DeskJet 1255 uses various HP cartridges including black XL and standard models with a page yield of about 240 pages for the XL and about 120 pages for the standard. The printer also takes tri-color XL and standard cartridges with yields of about 200 pages for the XL and about 100 pages for the standard. When buying ink, consider whether you need high yield or standard capacity cartridges based on your printing needs.

Firmware DRM: Subject to HP Dynamic Security firmware that can block non-HP chips. See which printers block third-party ink →

Compatible cartridges

CartridgeColorYieldPagesOEM priceCost/page
HP 67XL black XL240 $36.99 15.4¢ OEM · AmazonCompatible
HP 67XL tri-color XL200 $35.00 17.5¢ OEM · AmazonCompatible
HP 67 black standard120 $17.99 15.0¢ OEM · AmazonCompatible
HP 67 tri-color standard100 $19.00 19.0¢ 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 HP DeskJet 1255 is on our firmware-lockout list, so a compatible or remanufactured cartridge can stop working after a printer update. The safe choice is genuine HP 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 HP DeskJet 1255 use?

The HP DeskJet 1255 uses HP 67 and HP 67XL.

Does the HP DeskJet 1255 take XL cartridges?

Yes. Besides the standard cartridges it accepts HP 67XL. 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 HP DeskJet 1255, or will firmware block it?

Subject to HP Dynamic Security firmware that can block non-HP chips.

How many pages do the HP DeskJet 1255 cartridges print?

Rated yields run from about 100 pages (HP 67) to about 240 pages (HP 67XL), 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 HP DeskJet 1255?

By list price the lowest cost per page here is the HP 67 at about 15.0 cents per page. A reliable compatible or remanufactured cartridge can lower that further.

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