HP 962 vs 962XL: the 962XL is the high-yield version, so it prints more pages per cartridge. Cartra sells the compatible 962XL only, not the standard 962.
The difference between HP 962 and 962XL is page yield, not the printer family. Cartra carries the 962XL black ($28.89), the 962XL color 3-pack ($67.89) and the 962XL 4-pack ($87.89), and does not sell the standard 962.
962 vs 962XL at a glance
| Feature | HP 962 (standard) | HP 962XL (high yield) |
|---|---|---|
| Page yield | Lower | Black 2,000 pages · Cyan, Yellow, Magenta 1,600 pages each |
| Cartridge swaps | More frequent | Fewer |
| Best for | Occasional, light printing | Regular printing, fewer replacements |
| Sold by Cartra | No | Yes — black, $28.89 · color 3-pack, $67.89 · 4-pack, $87.89 |
| Chips | Cartra 962XL cartridges ship with chips pre-installed | |
The yields above are the page yields listed on our 962XL product pages. We do not list a standard 962 yield figure here.
Which should you buy?
- Need black only? The 962XL black cartridge is $28.89 and is listed at 2,000 pages.
- Need color only? The 962XL 3-pack (cyan, yellow, magenta) is $67.89 and each color is listed at 1,600 pages. Black is a separate listing.
- Want the full set? The 962XL 4-pack is $87.89 and includes black, cyan, yellow and magenta.
- Only print once in a while? A standard 962 is the lower-yield option, but Cartra does not carry it. If you want the XL anyway, any of the three listings above is available.
- Printer model ends in "e"? Check whether HP+ is enabled on it first. The steps are on the 962XL product page.
FAQ
What is the difference between HP 962 and 962XL?
Page yield. The 962XL is the high-yield version of the standard 962, so each cartridge lasts longer. Our product pages list black at 2,000 pages and cyan, yellow and magenta at 1,600 pages each.
Will the 962XL fit my printer?
The Cartra 962XL cartridges are listed for HP OfficeJet Pro 9015, 9010, 9012, 9014, 9016, 9018, 9019, 9020, 9022, 9025, 9026, 9027, 9028, 9029, 9015e, 9018e, 9010e, 9012e, 9014e, 9019e, 9020e, 9022e, 9025e and 9028e. If your model is not on that list, contact us through chat before ordering.
Are chips installed?
Yes. Each Cartra 962XL cartridge comes with a chip pre-installed, so you can install it and start printing.
Should I disable printer updates?
Our product pages highly recommend it, especially if you buy several cartridges and store them. On your printer, open Settings, select "Printer Maintenance" > "Update the Printer" > "Printer Update Options", then choose "Do Not Check" and confirm. If you run into a chip issue, we will replace your cartridges free of charge.
What is in each listing?
The black listing is one 962XL black cartridge. The color 3-pack is one cyan, one yellow and one magenta cartridge. The 4-pack is one black, one cyan, one yellow and one magenta cartridge. Each includes an instruction manual.
Does Cartra sell the standard HP 962?
No. Cartra carries the 962XL only.
Is the HP 966XL the same as the 962XL?
No, the 966XL is a different cartridge number. Cartra's listings here are for the 962XL, so check your printer model against the list above, or ask us in chat.
Ready to order?
Choose the 962XL black ($28.89), the 962XL color 3-pack ($67.89) or the 962XL 4-pack ($87.89) — compatible, high yield, chips installed.