HP Photosmart 425 Ink Cartridges
Shop ink cartridges for your HP Photosmart 425, which uses the HP 94 and 95 ink cartridge series. Ink Depot has been supplying dependable consumables for this compact photo printer since Jan 2006. Designed for quick 4x6 photo snapshot printing, choosing high-yield 97 (C9363WA) colour cartridges over standard 95 (C8766WA) options dramatically reduces per-photo printing costs. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance.
Expected Output and Snapshot Printing Performance
Page yields for HP tri-colour cartridges are calculated using standard ISO/IEC test suites based on 5% page coverage. Actual snapshot photo yield varies according to colour density, print resolution, and background saturation across your image files. Selecting high-capacity colour cartridges provides more consistent output during extended photo printing runs.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95 | Standard | Colour | 260 | $0.19 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing Between Genuine and Compatible Options
Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Compatible cartridges offer significant savings for photo printing without compromising output clarity. To learn more about how third-party options perform against original cartridges, view our genuine vs compatible cartridge guide.
Selecting the Right Cartridges and Order Information
For frequent photo printing, upgrading from standard 95 (C8766WA) cartridges to high-capacity 97 (C9363WA) tri-colour cartridges reduces replacement frequency and overall printing expenses. All compatible options come with a money-back guarantee for complete peace of mind. Check out our full range of HP ink cartridges today. We dispatch quickly from warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. Review our returns policy for full guarantee details.
Pro Tip for Tri-Colour Cartridges
When printing photo snapshot projects, tri-colour cartridges exhaust ink based on the most dominant image tone. If your photos feature heavy blue skies or warm skin tones, cyan or magenta will deplete first; purchasing high-yield 97 (C9363WA) cartridges gives you greater capacity reserve before any single colour runs low.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I install a high-yield 97 (C9363WA) cartridge in the HP Photosmart 425 if it previously used a standard 95 (C8766WA)?
Yes, the 97 (C9363WA) cartridge shares the exact same exterior dimensions as the 95 (C8766WA), fitting into the same slot while containing more ink for higher photo print yields.
Why do tri-colour cartridges need replacing even if only one ink shade runs out?
Tri-colour cartridges combine cyan, magenta, and yellow ink into a single physical unit with an integrated printhead. Once one colour chamber is fully depleted, the printer cannot accurately mix remaining colours, requiring a complete cartridge replacement to restore true photo shades.
How does printing high-resolution photos affect cartridge page yield compared to document printing?
Standard page yields are measured at roughly 5% coverage per page. Full-bleed 4x6 photo snapshots use significantly higher ink volume per page (often 50% to 80% coverage), which causes cartridges to reach their ink limit sooner than standard text pages.
