HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M281fdw Toner Cartridges

Toner Cartridges Compatible with HP M281fdw

The HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M281fdw requires a specific set of toner cartridges to operate at peak efficiency and maintain colour accuracy. The HP LaserJet Pro MFP M281fdw currently takes the following toner cartridges:

HP 203A Toner Cartridges (Standard Capacity)

• Black (CF540A): Approximately 1,400 pages
• Cyan (CF541A), Magenta (CF543A), Yellow (CF542A): Each yields around 1,300 pages

HP 203X High Capacity Toner Cartridges

• Black (CF540X): Approximately 3,200 pages
• Cyan (CF541X), Magenta (CF543X), Yellow (CF542X): Each provides around 2,500 pages

*Important note: When selecting toner cartridges, always verify that the cartridge code matches your printer to prevent issues with compatibility.

Ideal Uses for HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M281fdw

The HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M281fdw is designed with versatility in mind, making it suitable for various professional and personal printing needs. Here are some of its best uses:

Small business and home office printing

With high-speed performance and vibrant colour output, this printer is perfect for businesses and home offices that require frequent document printing, especially those involving colour charts, presentations, and marketing materials.

High-quality marketing materials & prints 

The HP M281fdw can handle brochures, flyers, and other marketing collateral, offering print-shop-quality colour accuracy. It’s particularly suited for small businesses that need to print promotional materials without outsourcing.

Document scanning and copying

Its multifunction capabilities make it a reliable all-in-one device for creating digital copies of important documents, whether you’re scanning legal papers, photos, or tax documents.

Photo printing

Although it’s not a dedicated photo printer, the HP M281fdw performs well with colour photo printing for internal business use, such as catalogues, proofing, or presentations.

OEM vs Recycled Original Toner Options

Choosing between OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) and Recycled (Remanufactured) toner cartridges is a common decision for HP MFP M281fdw owners. Here’s a breakdown to help you make an informed choice:

OEM Toner Cartridges

HP’s OEM cartridges are designed specifically for the M281fdw model, ensuring optimal compatibility and print quality. They offer:

• Advantages: Consistent colour reproduction, minimal print errors, and high reliability.
• Ideal for: Users who require high-quality prints for presentations, marketing materials, or any colour-intensive documents. The OEM toner’s colour consistency is especially beneficial for branded materials where colour accuracy is critical.
• Cons: Very costly, not friendly on the environment

Recycled Original Toner Cartridges

Recycled toner cartridges are typically OEM cartridges that have been cleaned, refilled, and tested for reuse. They offer:

• • Advantages: Lower cost, reduced environmental impact by reusing materials, and a budget-friendly option for general office printing.
  • Ideal for: All users looking for an sustainable, affordable printing solution.

Standard vs High Capacity (XL) Toner

Choosing between standard and high capacity (XL) HP 203 toner cartridges depends largely on your print volume and budget:

• Standard Capacity HP 203 Toner
• Best for: Users with low to moderate print needs who prioritise upfront savings.
• Page yield: Approximately 1,300 pages for colour and 1,400 pages for black.
• Cost efficiency: Slightly higher cost per page than XL, but suitable for low-volume users.

• High Capacity (XL) HP 203 Toner
• Best for: High-volume users, businesses, or anyone wanting the lowest cost per page.
• Page yield: Approximately 2,500 pages for colour and 3,200 pages for black.
• Cost efficiency: While more expensive initially, the high-yield toner lowers the long-term cost per page, providing better value for frequent printers.

Pro tip: If you’re not sure about your printing volume, start with standard toner to gauge your needs. If you find yourself replacing cartridges often, consider switching to high-yield to reduce long-term costs.

HP Colour Laserjet Pro MFP M281FDW Printer Review

Our expert review of the HP Laserjet M281 FDWprinter: ***Stars

Our expert analysis & summary:
The HP M281FDW Colour laserjet printer will provide fast print outs, with a low printer toner price per page. We think this is a good offering from HP and offers one of the best printer and toner price combinations available today. Usually you’ll find that the original purchase price of the printer is low, and the cost of the laser cartridges is high – we think it is balanced for this model. A multifunction printer with wireless & duplex facility should see most print jobs covered.

Our thoughts on Design
The HP colour laserjet M281FDW printer is what has become the standard classic grey box design of current cheap laser printers that use toner cartridges. A useful flat bed scanner & adf (automatic document feeder) make this a superb printer.

Main Printer Advantages
The HP Laserjet Pro M281 has the main advantage of a full spec offering and a low cost printer toner price. Print, Scan & Copy all in one. Whilst automatically printing on both sides of paper should the need arise. Useful functions that home users, small businesses and perhaps schools may find useful are size, durability & low price. This neat little laser printer package is only 420mm (w) X 334.1MM(H) X 421.7MM (D) and only weighs in at 18.7kg. That’s fairly compact for a colour laser printer. Built in wireless capability & USB connection added too with print speeds of upto 21 pages per minute in both black & colour.

Main Printer Disadvantages
With the HP Colour laserjet Pro M281FDW, you may not find it suitable for very large print tasks. It may also be too big for a home school environment where space can be limited. Laser printer toner cartridges are more expensive than inkjet cartridges. So if you just dont print  high volumes, perhaps consider an inkjet printer.

Running costs - Are the toner cartridges good value for money?
We do think this is a good printer offering from Hewlett Packard. If you are looking for high quality prints, but with a low printer toner price, consider IJT Direct remanufactured laser toner cartridges. HP original toners are available, but as you would expect, their costs are higher.

We sell the best quality printer toner cartridges for the HP Colour Laserjet Pro MFP M281fdw all covered by a 5 year warranty backed up by friendly customer support and advice. If you are looking for cheap printer toner online without jeopardising print quality, buy your HP toner cartridges direct with IJT.

HP Colour Laserjet Pro MFP M281fdw toner cartridges include:

Standard capacity laser toner cartridges for the HP M281 FDW Printer:

HP 203A Black Toner Cartridge - CF540A
HP 203A Cyan Toner Cartridge - CF541A
HP 203A Magenta Toner Cartridge - CF543A
HP 203A Yellow Toner Cartridge - CF542A

High capacity laser toner cartridges for the HP M281 FDW Printer:

HP 203X Black High Capacity Toner Cartridge - CF540X
HP 203X Cyan High Capacity Toner Cartridge - CF541X
HP 203X Magenta High Capacity Toner Cartridge - CF543X
HP 203X Yellow High Capacity Toner Cartridge - CF542X