The Canon PIXMA TS3350 is a common budget home all-in-one in the UK. It is cheap to buy and fine for schoolwork and the odd form — until you start replacing the ink.
What ink does the Canon PIXMA TS3350 use?
It uses Canon PG-540 (black) and Canon CL-541 (tri-colour). There is no XL option on this model in typical UK retail listings for the base TS3350 kit.
| Cartridge | Yield (approx) | Typical UK price | Cost per page |
|---|---|---|---|
| PG-540 Black | ~180 pages | ~£12 | ~6.7p |
| CL-541 Colour | ~180 pages | ~£15 | ~8.3p |
| Compatible PG-540 | ~180 pages | ~£6–£9 | ~3–5p |
| Compatible CL-541 | ~180 pages | ~£7–£11 | ~4–6p |
Those OEM page costs are high for anything beyond light home use.
Where to buy PG-540 / CL-541
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Is the TS3350 worth keeping?
Verdict: keep for light use only (under ~40 pages/month). If you print weekly school packs or photo-heavy pages, ink will feel expensive quickly.
2-year sketch (60 pages/month, mixed colour)
| Option | Ink (2yr) | Hardware | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keep TS3350 (OEM) | ~£100–£130 | £0 | ~£100–£130 |
| Upgrade to EcoTank | ~£20–£40 | ~£180–£220 | ~£200–£260 |
EcoTank wins if you stay at that volume for several years. For occasional use, keep the TS3350 and buy carefully.
FAQ
What ink does the Canon PIXMA TS3350 use?
Canon PG-540 black and CL-541 colour.
Is Canon TS3350 ink expensive?
Yes relative to lasers and EcoTanks. OEM cost per page often sits around 7–8p+.
Should I buy XL cartridges?
This model is typically sold around standard PG-540 / CL-541. Check the TS3350 printer page before ordering XL variants for other PIXMA lines.
