Which ink does the HP ENVY 6055e use?
The HP ENVY 6055e (inkjet, 2021) 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 ENVY 6055e uses HP 67XL and HP 67 ink cartridges. For black ink, you can choose between the standard HP 67 or the high yield HP 67XL, which prints more pages per cartridge. If budget is a concern, consider purchasing standard cartridges for lower upfront costs, but note that non-OEM cartridges may be blocked by firmware DRM.
Compatible cartridges
| Cartridge | Color | Yield | Pages | OEM price | Cost/page | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP 67XL | black | XL | 240 | $36.99 | 15.4¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
| HP 67XL | tri-color | XL | 200 | $39.99 | 20.0¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
| HP 67 | black | standard | 120 | $17.99 | 15.0¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
| HP 67 | tri-color | standard | 100 | $21.99 | 22.0¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
XL (high-yield) cartridges cost more upfront but lower the cost per page, which is better if you print a lot.
The HP ENVY 6055e 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 ENVY 6055e use?
The HP ENVY 6055e uses HP 67 and HP 67XL.
Does the HP ENVY 6055e 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 ENVY 6055e, or will firmware block it?
HP+ / Dynamic Security; uses HP 67/67XL.
How many pages do the HP ENVY 6055e 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 ENVY 6055e?
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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