Epson 604 & 604XL Ink Cartridges
Epson 604 and 604XL ink cartridges are sold as individual colours - black, cyan, magenta, and yellow - and fit the Expression Home XP-2200, XP-3200, and XP-4200, and the WorkForce WF-2910, WF-2930, WF-2935, and WF-2950. The standard 604 tier runs as 604BK (black), 604C (cyan), 604M (magenta), and 604Y (yellow); the high-yield 604XL tier mirrors the same four colours as 604XLBK, 604XLC, 604XLM, and 604XLY - all eight SKUs fit every printer in the range. Epson officially brands these cartridges with a pineapple icon, so if you see "pineapple ink" on the box, you have the right product.
The main decision has two parts: genuine or compatible, and standard or XL. On the genuine side, 604BK yields around 150 pages while 604XLBK gets you roughly 500 - if you print regularly the XL pays for itself quickly. The three genuine colour cartridges (604C, 604M, 604Y) each yield about 130 pages at standard; their XL counterparts (604XLC, 604XLM, 604XLY) each reach 350 pages, and the step-up is even across all three colours. Compatible 604 and 604XL cartridges are available in the same colour slots and deliver the same page yields at a lower cost per cartridge - a practical option for everyday home or office printing where running costs matter. The 604 series uses dye-based ink, which handles both sharp text and decent photo output, and because each colour is sold separately you only replace what actually runs out. Singles through to 10-packs are stocked across genuine and compatible, standard and XL.
Both genuine Epson and compatible cartridges are stocked across the full range. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your Epson printer warranty. Metro orders over $99 (conditions apply) receive free delivery - a small fee applies to rural and regional postcodes. See the shipping page for details. Browse the full Epson ink cartridges range or explore Epson printers.
General FAQ
Which printers use Epson 604 and 604XL cartridges?
The 604 and 604XL series fit six Epson models: the Expression Home XP-2200, XP-3200, and XP-4200, and the WorkForce WF-2910, WF-2930, WF-2935, and WF-2950. Both tiers are interchangeable across all six printers, so you can mix standard and XL cartridges across colours without any compatibility issues.
Can Epson firmware updates block compatible 604 cartridges?
Yes, this is a known issue with the 604 series. Epson periodically pushes firmware updates to WF and XP printers that can cause third-party cartridges to display an "ink cartridge not recognised" error. If you use compatible 604 or 604XL cartridges, disabling automatic firmware updates in your printer's maintenance settings before installing them is the most reliable way to avoid this. Genuine Epson cartridges are not affected.
Is the 604XL worth it over the standard 604?
For most regular users, yes. The 604XLBK yields around 500 pages compared to 150 for the standard 604BK - that is a meaningful cost-per-page saving if you print more than occasionally. The colour XLs follow the same logic, each delivering 350 pages versus 130 at standard. If you print infrequently, the standard cartridge is worth considering since dye-based ink can dry out in a cartridge that sits idle for months.
