I recently purchased the HP 60 ink cartridge for my HP DeskJet 1000 printer, and here's my take after using it for a few weeks.
Installation & Compatibility (5/5): The cartridge was incredibly easy to install. It slides right into the printer with no fuss, and the printer immediately recognized it without needing any troubleshooting or extra steps. It’s fully compatible with several HP printer models, including the HP DeskJet, Photosmart, and OfficeJet series, which makes it a versatile choice for various users.
Print Quality (4.5/5): The print quality has been impressive. Text is sharp and crisp, with no visible smudging or bleeding, even on standard printer paper. When printing color images, the colors come out vibrant and true to what you see on screen. However, for professional photo printing, it’s not quite on par with premium photo ink cartridges. Still, for everyday printing needs like documents, school papers, or family photos, it does the job exceptionally well.
Ink Longevity & Page Yield (3.5/5): One downside of the HP 60 is its relatively low page yield. HP claims it can print up to 200 pages for the black ink and 165 pages for the color cartridge at 5% page coverage. In practice, I found that it starts running low sooner than expected, especially with frequent color printing. If you do a lot of printing or high-volume tasks, you may go through the cartridge faster than you’d like, meaning it may not be the most cost-effective option for heavy users.
Price (3/5): The HP 60 ink cartridge is fairly priced, but it’s still one of the more expensive options on the market, especially when you compare it to third-party ink cartridges. If you’re someone who prints occasionally, it’s a good choice, but for regular printing, it can get pricey over time. HP offers a "Instant Ink" subscription service, which might be a good deal if you print a lot.
Overall Rating: 4/5 The HP 60 ink cartridge delivers excellent print quality and is incredibly easy to use, but its relatively low page yield and higher price point make it a less ideal option for high-volume users. For casual printing, it's a reliable, straightforward choice. If you're printing mostly documents with occasional photos, the quality and convenience of this cartridge definitely make it worth considering.
I have loved hp printers for 20yrs. I am still using a envy 120. I purchased a deskjet4100, because the envy no longer scans or copies. I tried the insta ink, but found it hampered the printer. I don't print enough to use it. I hope I'm still able to purchase ink online. I would recommend hp printers, but insta ink is not for me.
The only issue I have for your recycled cartridges is that it loses print quality and depth of printing while the Printer and HP Print and Scan Doctor show sufficient supply of ink remaining. Applies to both Black and Color Cartridges. Not good.