Epson 202 & 202XL Ink Cartridges
Epson 202 and 202XL ink cartridges are compatible with two printers - the Expression Home XP-5100 and the WorkForce WF-2860. The family covers four individual colours: black, cyan, magenta and yellow, in both standard 202 and high-yield 202XL versions. One detail worth knowing before you order: the 202 uses two different ink technologies in the same set - pigment black for sharp, smudge-resistant text and dye-based colour inks for photo output. Ink Depot stocks genuine Epson and compatible 202 and 202XL cartridges as singles and in bundle packs.
The standard 202 black yields 210 pages and each colour cartridge yields 165 pages - suited to light home printing on the XP-5100 or WF-2860 if you print infrequently. The 202XL black yields 550 pages and each colour cartridge yields 470 pages, making the XL roughly two and a half times more cost-effective per page than the standard tier. For a household that uses the XP-5100 regularly for both documents and photos, the 202XL is the more practical choice. The dual ink technology in this family is worth understanding: the pigment black produces sharp, smudge-resistant text that handles well after printing, while the dye-based colour inks are formulated to reproduce photos with accurate colour and resist fading over time. This combination makes the 202 family well suited to home use where the same printer handles school documents, work-from-home printing and occasional photo prints.
Ink Depot stocks genuine Epson 202 and 202XL cartridges alongside compatible alternatives. Compatible cartridges do not void your printer warranty under Australian Consumer Law. Singles are available in all four colours at both yield tiers; bundle options include 4-pack and 8-pack genuine sets and 5-pack and 10-pack compatible bundles. Orders over $99 (conditions apply) receive free delivery across Australia; a small fee applies to some rural and regional postcodes. See the shipping page for details. Browse the full range of Epson ink cartridges or shop all ink cartridges.
General FAQ
Which printers use Epson 202 and 202XL ink cartridges?
The Epson 202 and 202XL cartridges are compatible with two printer models: the Expression Home XP-5100 and the WorkForce WF-2860. These are compact home and home-office multifunction printers. The cartridges are not compatible with other Epson families, so confirm your exact model number before ordering.
What is the difference between the pigment black and dye colour inks in the 202 family?
The 202 black cartridge uses pigment ink, which produces crisp, water-resistant text that smudges less on plain paper and handles well after printing. The cyan, magenta and yellow cartridges use dye-based ink, which delivers more accurate colour reproduction and photo quality. This means the 202 family performs well across both everyday document printing and photo output from the same printer.
When does it make sense to choose the 202XL over the standard 202?
The 202XL black yields 550 pages compared to 210 pages for the standard 202 black, and the XL colour cartridges yield 470 pages each against 165 pages for the standard. If you print more than a few pages a week, the XL cartridges cost less per page and need replacing less often. The standard 202 is a reasonable choice only if your printer sees very light occasional use.
