For most users, we recommend the following cartridges for the Brother MFC-J4540DW for the best balance of cost and convenience:

• Brother LC422XL Black (High-yield) — approximately £19.99 per cartridge, ~0.7p per page
• Brother LC422XL Colour (High-yield) — approximately £16.99 per cartridge, ~1.1p per page

XL and high-yield cartridges offer more pages per cartridge, reducing the frequency of replacements and often providing better cost per page for regular users of the Brother MFC-J4540DW.

• Brother LC422XL Black — approximately £19.99, ~0.7p per page (saves approximately 72% vs standard)
• Brother LC422XL Colour — approximately £16.99, ~1.1p per page (saves approximately 43% vs standard)

Here's a quick summary of approximate cost per page for the Brother MFC-J4540DW:

• Black printing (standard): approximately 0.3p per page
• Colour printing (standard): approximately 0.3p per page

You can find compatible cartridges for the Brother MFC-J4540DW at major retailers including Ink Factory, CartridgeMonkey, and Amazon. Use the search links on our main printer page to find current prices and availability. All prices are approximate and may vary.

• Search for cartridges using the printer model number and cartridge name
• Compare prices across different retailers
• Consider buying multipacks or XL cartridges for better value if you print regularly
• Check compatibility before purchasing — ensure the cartridge model matches your printer