Best ink options for Epson Expression Photo XP-8600

Best Value

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Best Cost Per Page

~5.0p

Lowest cost option

Potential Savings

56%

vs average cartridge

Cartridge Options

4.00

Available cartridges

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Epson 378XL Black (Squirrel)XL/High-Yield

Best Value
Price
£24.99
Yield
500 pages
Cost/Page
~5.0p

Why This Deal?

  • High-yield cartridge for maximum value
  • Recommended for Epson Expression Photo XP-8600
  • Lowest cost per page available
  • Verified compatible with your printer

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Recommended Cartridges

For most users, we recommend the following cartridges for the Epson Expression Photo XP-8600 for the best balance of cost and convenience:

  • Epson 378 Black (Squirrel) — approximately £14.99 per cartridge, ~6.2p per page
  • Epson 378XL Black (Squirrel) (High-yield) — approximately £24.99 per cartridge, ~5.0p per page
  • Epson 378XL Colour Multipack (6-Ink) (High-yield) — approximately £110.99 per cartridge, ~13.4p per page

High-Yield & XL Options

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 Epson Expression Photo XP-8600.

  • Epson 378XL Black (Squirrel) — approximately £24.99, ~5.0p per page (saves approximately 20% vs standard)
  • Epson 378XL Colour Multipack (6-Ink) — approximately £110.99, ~13.4p per page (saves approximately 37% vs standard)

Cost-Per-Page Summary

Here's a quick summary of approximate cost per page for the Epson Expression Photo XP-8600:

  • Black printing (standard): approximately 6.2p per page
  • Black printing (XL): approximately 5.0p per page
  • Colour printing (standard): approximately 21.1p per page
  • Colour printing (XL): approximately 13.4p per page

Where to Buy

You can find compatible cartridges for the Epson Expression Photo XP-8600 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

Top Recommended Cartridges

Epson product

Epson 378 Black (Squirrel)

Recommended
Price
£14.99
Yield
240 pages
Cost/Page
~6.2p

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Epson product

Epson 378XL Black (Squirrel)

Recommended
XL/High-Yield
Price
£24.99
Yield
500 pages
Cost/Page
~5.0p

Also available at:

Epson product

Epson 378XL Colour Multipack (6-Ink)

Recommended
XL/High-Yield
Price
£110.99
Yield
830 pages
Cost/Page
~13.4p

Also available at:

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Note: All prices, yields, and cost-per-page calculations are approximate and based on typical UK retail prices and manufacturer-stated yields. Actual costs may vary depending on where you shop, current deals, your printing patterns, and supplier pricing. Check current prices and availability before purchasing.

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