What Ink Does the HP Deskjet 2700 Use?

Last updated: August 20, 2026.

Quick answer: The HP Deskjet 2700 series (2723e, 2742e, 2752e and others) uses HP 67 standard or HP 67XL high-yield ink cartridges — a Black cartridge and a Tri-color (cyan/magenta/yellow) cartridge. The HP 67XL version prints roughly 2.5× as many pages as HP 67 standard and is the best value for most users.

HP 67 vs 67XL vs 67XXL: the full comparison

The DeskJet 2700 takes two cartridges — one black, one tri-color — and each comes in more than one size. The cartridges are physically identical from the printer’s point of view; the only difference is how much ink is inside.

Those are HP’s ISO figures, measured at roughly 5% page coverage — about what a normal double-spaced text document uses. Anything denser burns through ink faster, and a single full-page photo can consume several percent of a tri-color cartridge on its own. If your real-world yields come in below the numbers above, that is usually the explanation rather than a faulty cartridge.

The standard-size cartridges exist mainly because that is what ships inside a new printer. On a cost-per-page basis they are the worst value of the three, which is why almost nobody buys them deliberately a second time.

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For almost every Deskjet 2700 owner, the XL bundle is the smart pick. Our compatible HP 67/67XL Black + Tri-Color bundle gets you a complete set at a fraction of OEM pricing with a full replacement warranty.

How to Replace HP 67 Cartridges in a Deskjet 2700

1. Turn the printer on and open the front access door.
2. Wait for the cartridge carriage to stop moving.
3. Press the old cartridge down and pull it out toward you.
4. Remove the pink plastic tab from the new HP 67/67XL cartridge.
5. Slide the cartridge into the slot at a slight upward angle and push until it clicks.
6. Close the access door — alignment runs automatically.

Does the Deskjet 2700 Use Instant Ink?

Yes — the Deskjet 2700 is HP+ / Instant Ink eligible, but you don't have to enroll. If you want to skip HP's subscription entirely, simply decline the enrollment during initial setup and use compatible HP ink cartridges from Castle Ink instead.

Troubleshooting Ink Issues

If you see "Printer Error" or streaking after installing new cartridges, run a print-head cleaning from the HP Smart app and print an alignment page. For deeper diagnostics, HP maintains full documentation at the official HP Deskjet 2700 support site.

Which printers use HP 67 ink?

HP 67 is not exclusive to the 2700. The same cartridge covers a wide slice of HP’s entry-level range, which is worth knowing if you have more than one printer in the house — you may be able to standardise on a single cartridge.

• DeskJet: 1255, 2700 Series, 2722, 2723, 2732, 2755, 2755e, 4100 Series, 4120, 4132, 4152, 4155e
• ENVY: 6000 Series, 6052, 6055, 6055e, 6075, 6452, 6455, 6455e, 6475

If your exact model is not on that list, check the cartridge door: the number is printed on the old cartridge and usually on a label inside the printer.

What About the DeskJet 2700e, 2722e, 2723e and 2742e?

Same cartridges. The "e" on the end of a model number does not change the ink at all — a 2700e, 2722e, 2723e, 2724e or 2742e takes exactly the same HP 67, 67XL and 67XXL cartridges as the standard DeskJet 2700. If you have been searching specifically for 2700e ink, everything on this page applies to your printer.

What the "e" does signal is that the printer was sold as HP+ and Instant Ink eligible. That is a difference in how you buy ink, not in which ink fits.

The part worth understanding before you order. Enrolling in HP+ at setup gets you an extended warranty and a block of free Instant Ink months. In exchange, HP’s terms require the printer to use Original HP cartridges for the life of the printer, to stay connected to the internet, and to remain tied to an HP account. HP presents enrolment as a one-time choice made during setup.

So the practical rule is simple. If you declined HP+, or you have a non-e model, any HP 67 cartridge fits — including ours. If you enrolled, the printer will refuse third-party cartridges, and no compatible cartridge from any supplier will change that. We would rather say so plainly than sell you ink your printer cannot use. If you are not certain which applies to you, check the HP Smart app before ordering.

What HP 67 error messages actually mean

Three messages account for most of the support questions we get about this cartridge.

"Cartridge problem" or "Cartridge not recognised." Nine times out of ten this is the contacts, not the cartridge. Take it out, check that the protective tape has been fully removed from the copper contacts and the ink nozzle, wipe the contacts with a dry lint-free cloth, and reseat it firmly enough to click.

"Non-HP chip detected" or "Non-HP ink installed." This is a notice, not a fault. HP shows it whenever a cartridge is not one of theirs; the printer continues working. Worth being straight about, though: HP has periodically issued firmware updates that stop recognising some third-party cartridges, and if your printer is set to update automatically it can start refusing a cartridge that worked last month. You can turn automatic firmware updates off in the printer’s web settings if you would rather control when that happens.

Low-ink warnings that appear far too early. The DeskJet estimates ink level rather than measuring it, and the estimate is deliberately conservative. A cartridge showing empty frequently has usable ink left. Keep printing until quality actually drops.

OEM HP 67 vs compatible: what really differs

The honest version: the ink formulation and the price. A well-made compatible uses the same cartridge body, holds a comparable volume, and produces output most people cannot distinguish on plain paper. Where OEM still has an edge is fine photo work on photo paper, where HP’s own dye formulation is tuned to their media.

What matters more than the brand on the box is the warranty behind it. Any cartridge can fail; the question is whether it gets replaced without an argument. That is why every cartridge we sell carries a full replacement warranty.

FAQ

What ink does the HP DeskJet 2700 use?

HP 67 cartridges — one black and one tri-color. They are available in standard (67), high-yield (67XL) and extra-high-yield black (67XXL). All three fit the same printer.

Can I use HP 67XL in a DeskJet 2700?

Yes. The XL cartridge is the same physical size as the standard one and drops straight in. There is no printer setting to change and no downside beyond the higher up-front price, which is more than offset by the lower cost per page.

How many pages does HP 67XL print?

About 240 pages for black and 200 for tri-color, at standard 5% coverage. The 67XXL black roughly doubles that again at 400 pages.

Can I use just the black cartridge?

No. Like most HP inkjets, the DeskJet 2700 will not print at all with a cartridge missing, even for black-and-white documents. Both slots need a cartridge installed.

Why does my HP 67 cartridge run out so quickly?

Two usual causes. Either you are printing denser pages than the 5% coverage the yield rating assumes, or the printer is running routine cleaning cycles — every one of those uses ink. Printers left idle for weeks at a time run more cleaning cycles, so printing a page or two a week actually uses less ink overall than printing nothing and then a big batch.

Is HP DeskJet 2700e ink the same as 2700 ink?

Yes, identical. Both take HP 67, 67XL or 67XXL. The "e" refers to HP+ and Instant Ink eligibility, not to a different cartridge.

What ink cartridge does the HP DeskJet 2700e use?

HP 67 black and HP 67 tri-color, or the higher-yield 67XL and 67XXL versions. The one thing to check first is whether the printer was enrolled in HP+ during setup — enrolled printers accept Original HP cartridges only.

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