What Ink Does the HP DeskJet 4155e Use?
Last Updated:Correction (October 2026): an earlier version of this guide said you can opt out of HP+ within 7 days of setup and then use compatible cartridges freely, and that every Castle Ink order ships free. HP only lets you skip HP+ during setup, it can't be undone afterward, and the 4155e's dynamic security blocks cartridges with non-HP chips either way. Free U.S. shipping applies to orders over $50.
Quick Answer: The HP DeskJet 4155e uses HP 67 (standard) or HP 67XL (high-yield) black and tri-color ink cartridges. The XL versions print twice as many pages as the standard ones: about 240 versus 120 for black and 200 versus 100 for tri-color. We sell remanufactured HP 67XL cartridges that keep the original HP chip, and U.S. orders over $50 ship free.
CastleScore · October 2026
65/100 — Situational
HP DeskJet 4155e
| Pillar (weight) | Score | What it is based on |
|---|---|---|
| Owner ratings (28%) | 79 | 4.03★ average across 29,766 ratings at Amazon (4.0), Best Buy (4.1) |
| Expert reviews (18%) | — | No published numeric expert score we could verify. |
| Cost per page (24%) | 39 | About 15.2¢ per page blended (black + color) with our remanufactured 67XL (240 / 200 pages). Docked because the printer can reject cartridges without the maker's chip. |
| Reliability (13%) | 86 | Most-reported problems: wi-Fi drops / printer goes offline and needs reconnecting; carriage jam / 'E3' error |
| Features (12%) | 64 | Print, copy, scan, document feeder, Wi-Fi. No auto two-sided printing, no fax, no touchscreen. |
| Value (5%) | 59 | Running cost and owner satisfaction |
Limited data: We could not find enough published expert scores for this printer, so that weight is spread across the other pillars.
Discontinued. HP's store points to the newer DeskJet 4255e, which takes the same HP 67 cartridges. This guide is for current owners.
CastleScore is Castle Ink’s own editorial rating, built from retailer star ratings, expert reviews, real cost per page and owner complaint patterns, checked October 7, 2026. It is not a customer review. See every ranked printer or how the score works.
The cartridges, pictured
HP 67XL 2-packBlack 3YM57AN + Tri-color 3YM58AN
HP 67XL Black3YM57AN · ~240 pages
HP 67XL Tri-color3YM58AN · ~200 pages
HP 67XL 2-pack
HP 67XL Black
HP 67XL Tri-colorOur own remanufactured cartridges, photographed in-house.
DeskJet 4155e Ink Cartridges at a Glance
| Cartridge | Color | Approx. Yield |
|---|---|---|
| HP 67 | Black | ~120 pages |
| HP 67 | Tri-Color | ~100 pages |
| HP 67XL | Black | ~240 pages |
| HP 67XL | Tri-Color | ~200 pages |
How to Replace Ink in the DeskJet 4155e
- Power on the printer and open the cartridge access door — the carriage slides to the center.
- Gently press in on the cartridge to release it, then lift it straight out.
- Unwrap the new HP 67 or 67XL cartridge and remove the protective tape.
- Slide the cartridge into the matching slot at a slight upward angle, then push until it clicks.
- Close the door — the DeskJet 4155e will run a quick alignment routine.
Troubleshooting Tips
"Cartridge Problem" or "Missing or damaged" error: Remove the cartridge, gently wipe the copper contacts with a lint-free cloth, then reseat. Power-cycle the printer if needed.
Faded or streaky prints: Run a printhead cleaning from the HP Smart app, one or two cycles. Print a test page after each cleaning.
HP+ enrollment locking out third-party ink: If you enrolled in HP+, you must use Original HP cartridges for the life of the printer. HP lets you skip HP+ only during setup, and it can't be undone afterward. Without HP+, dynamic security still blocks cartridges with non-HP chips, so choose cartridges that reuse the original HP chip.
Cartridge not recognized: Confirm the protective tape is fully removed and the cartridge is fully clicked in. Try a printer restart.
What DeskJet 4155e owners ask
These are the questions that come up most for this printer on retailer Q&A pages, HP's support forum and owner reviews, answered in our words.
I signed up for HP+ during setup. Can I undo it to use cheaper cartridges?
No. An HP Community expert says HP+ can't be undone once it is on, and HP's terms require Original HP ink for the life of the printer.
I skipped HP+. Will any compatible cartridge work?
Not any. HP says the 4155e uses dynamic security, which blocks cartridges with modified or non-HP chips whether or not HP+ is on. Remanufactured cartridges that reuse the original HP chip, like our 67XL, are the safer choice.
Does the 4155e print on both sides automatically?
No. Two-sided printing is manual: the driver prints one side and prompts you to flip the stack.
What does error 3 or E3 mean?
The carriage is blocked (a carriage jam). HP points owners to its "Carriage jam or E3 error" troubleshooting document.
Can the 4155e send a fax?
Not by phone line; it has no fax modem. HP's "mobile fax" sends faxes through the HP Smart app instead.
DeskJet 4155e quirks worth knowing
- For a budget printer it has a 35-sheet document feeder, but the input tray holds only 60 sheets and the output tray 25.
- RTINGS notes it is the same hardware as the earlier DeskJet Plus 4155, and the 4133e, 4152e and 4158e are variants of the same printer.
- It has dual-band (2.4/5 GHz) Wi-Fi with a self-reset feature, plus Bluetooth for setup, but no Ethernet port.
- HP 67 was not part of HP's 2026 cartridge changes, so the 4155e's cartridges are the same as before.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will HP 67XL work in a printer that came with HP 67?
Yes — the XL is the high-yield version of the same cartridge family and works in every DeskJet 4100e and DeskJet 2700e series printer.
How many pages does an HP 67XL black print?
About 240 pages at 5% coverage — roughly double the standard 67.
Does the 4155e use the same ink as the 4100 series?
Yes — both share the HP 67/67XL cartridge family.
Other printers that use HP 67
HP DeskJet 2755e · HP Deskjet 2700 · HP DeskJet 2855e · HP DeskJet 4255e · HP Envy 6000 · HP Envy 6055 · HP Envy 6455e · HP DeskJet Plus 4155
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