Ink Cartridges For Canon Maxify Printers

Canon’s MAXIFY printer series is ideal for any home or small office use. These inkjet printers offer all-in-one printing capabilities, with exceptional print, copy, scan, and even fax performance, all in one compact device. The specs and features of any given device will depend on what model from the series that unit is, but many recent models come equipped with wireless printing and mobile device printing capabilities. Print speeds will also vary across the series, with recent models boasting up to 23 printed images per minute (ipm).

This inkjet printer will require color and black ink cartridges. Some common cartridge sizes frequently required for the MAXIFY series include Canon PGI-1200 and PGI-2200, though your printer’s ink needs will depend on the particular model you own. No matter what type of printer you use, 1ink.com offers high-quality compatible and remanufactured replacement ink cartridges that perform just as well as original equipment manufacturer (OEM) ink cartridges at a fraction of the price. Our compatible and remanufactured Ink Cartridges For Canon MAXIFY printers are put through industry standard print tests and are guaranteed to be free from any manufacturer defects. Page after page, 1ink.com’s replacement ink cartridges will consistently produce brilliant text and photo images with your compatible MAXIFY printer model.

Canon released their MAXIFY line of printers in 2014 with the initial aim of ‘inkjet printers with laser-quality print.’ The MAXIFY line of printers has taken off to a pretty successful launch so far and continues to innovate within its niche field to this very day.

What is Canon MAXIFY?

Canon MAXIFY is a series of multi-functional inkjet printers that are environmentally-conscious as well as budget oriented while primarily focused on small offices and home accessibility.

They seem to fit in the middle ground between the PIXMA and the imageCLASS series within the Canon printer line. The MAXIFY is more powerful than a PIXMA printer but slightly less capable than an imageCLASS. It serves as the go-to printer for any home or small office with up to nine users. 

MAXIFY is split up into two subseries- the Canon MB and the Canon iB:

Canon MAXIFY MB - Print, Scan, Copy - Select Models Fax - Older models use PGI 1200 while new models use PGI 2200 Ink Cartridges.

Canon MAXIFY iB - Print, Scan, Copy - Photo Printing Accessibility - Only uses Canon 2200 Ink Cartridges.

Keep in mind that these printers don’t have a huge monthly duty cycle, but they do a more than adequate job of providing home and small offices with a reliable and consistent print job.

These are technically one of the newer printer series that Canon has developed, which means that all MAXIFY printers come with connectivity features that may be absent in older Canon inkjet printers. All MAXIFY models have built-in Wi-Fi, network connectivity amenities, and simplified cloud printing.

What Canon Ink Cartridges Do MAXIFY Printers Use?

At the moment, Canon MAXIFY uses two different sets of ink cartridges depending on when your printer was released.

Older MAXIFY printers will utilize the Canon PGI 1200 ink cartridge set. The PGI 1200 comes in Magenta, Yellow, Cyan, and Black. These standard yield cartridges will produce up to 340 pages for color and 400 pages for black. There is also the high-yield version of this cartridge called the PGI 1200XL, which will produce up to 1,020 pages for color and 1,200 for black. 

The PGI 1200 XL is usually your best bet when it comes to conserving money, as they have a larger internal reservoir within the ink cartridge that allows it to store more ink. The PGI 1200 and the PGI 1200 XL are interchangeable and will work with the same models of MAXIFY printers.

Newer MAXIFY printers will utilize a slightly different cartridge called the Canon PGI 2200. The PGI 2200 is the standard capacity cartridge that is used with all MAXIFY iB printers as well as the newer MAXIFY MB line. The Canon PGI 2200 black can produce approximately 1,000 pages, while the PGI 2200 color variants produce around 720 pages per cartridge. 

The high-yield version is called the PGI 2200 XL...what a surprise. The PGI 2200 XL is the superior cartridge on the market due to its high page yield. This high-yield Canon ink cartridge prints up to 2,500 pages for black and 1,500 pages per color. 

Canon Ink Prices For MAXIFY Printers

You may have a brand-new MAXIFY printer, but you need to keep it stocked with printer ink to keep it running. While this doesn’t sound like a huge deal, the pricing for these original Canon ink cartridges varies quite significantly throughout the series.

One of the slight downsides of owning a color inkjet printer is the caveat of needing multiple ink cartridges fueling your printer at all times. The MAXIFY series is no stranger to frequent ink cartridge replacements.

Despite the Canon PGI 1200 ink cartridges being used for slightly older MAXIFY printers, it is one of the most popular ink cartridges on the market. It has an MSRP of $22.99, although the price may not be the best way to compare ink cartridges.

By calculating the Cost-Per-Page, you can more accurately compare ink cartridges across different page yield variations. The Cost-Per-Page can be calculated by taking the price of the ink cartridge and dividing it by how many pages it can print.

Let’s take a look at the color PGI 1200 cartridge:

As you can see, the high-yield version of the PGI 1200 is the more cost-effective option. Usually, the high-yield cartridges will cost more than the standard capacity upfront but will save you money in the long run. When it comes to getting the best deal out there, you may have noticed our price for compatible PGI 1200 XL cartridges. We provide high-quality ink cartridges at an affordable price across the board.

Let’s take a look at a more extreme example, the newer PGI 2200 ink cartridge. There is a huge price difference between the original Canon 2200 ink cartridges that are sold in stores compared to our cost-effective compatible cartridges. You’re paying over 70% more when it comes to purchasing original Canon 2200 ink cartridges. While that may not seem like a big deal for a single PGI 2200 purchase, take into account how much it would cost for a full set of cartridges (Two Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow).

To purchase a 9-Pack of original Canon PGI 2200 from retail stores, it would cost you nearly $300. Here at 1ink.com, we cut out the middleman and provide you with the same top-shelf quality compatible Canon 2200 ink at a 70% discount. The choice is clear whether you’re buying in bulk or purchasing a single PGI 2200XL, 1ink.com is the place to shop.

How to Change or Replace Ink Cartridge on MAXIFY Printers?

Changing printer ink for your Canon MAXIFY printer is fairly straightforward. If you’re wondering how to change ink on a Canon MB2720, it’s pretty much the same for the entirety of the MAXIFY series. Follow these instructions to replace or change an ink cartridge on your MAXIFY printer:

1. Make sure your printer is powered on.
2. Open the front cover.
3. Push up on the ink cartridge lever to release it from its lock.
4. Remove the ejected ink cartridge from your printer.
5. Remove the respective packaging from your new ink cartridge. Make sure there are no plastic clips, tape, or safety stickers that are obstructing the cartridge from being installed.
6. Insert the new ink cartridge in its assigned cartridge slot, then firmly slide the cartridge until it snaps in place.
7. Close the front cover and hit the EXIT button on the touchscreen.

What is the Best Canon MAXIFY Printer? 

Our first recommendation would be the Canon MAXIFY MB2720, a wireless all-in-one home office printer. This printer is recommended with four user occupancy in mind; while it may not be great for a mid-sized office, this printer really shines when used in a home office setting.

With a solid rate resolution of 600 x 1200 dpi, an automatic document feeder, and double-sided printing, the Canon MB2720 is a powerful device that is packed into a relatively compact shell. This budget-friendly printer is aimed at the average consumer that needs an inexpensive yet adept printer.

The Canon MAXIFY MB2720 has an extremely functional faxing capability as well. It helps bridge the gap between the archaic days of faxing and the modern age. It allows you to save your fax to a network folder to conserve paper, answering machine connectivity, and remote reception. These quality-of-life improvements excel where other older fax machines may falter.

If you don’t need the faxing capabilities, you should try out the Canon MAXIFY MB2320. This printer can often be found heavily discounted at retail stores or online because Canon has officially discontinued it. But that’s not a bad thing, the Canon MB2320 sacrifices some of the speed and paper capacity when compared to its older brother, the Canon MAXIFY MB2720, but if you can find one on sale, you’re saving around $100 for the same quality output.

If you’re going to splurge for a one-time purchase, we couldn’t recommend the Canon MAXIFY MB5420 enough. The only downside would be the significant price tag associated with the device; $ 500 seems like a pretty hefty initial investment for a home printer. But with all of the additional features and improvements, especially over the MAXIFY MB2720, this is the superior flagship device for the entire MAXIFY series.

With above-average print quality, especially from an inkjet printer, it’s hard to justify switching to a laser printer after owning this device. Some of the strong suits include the exceptional photo printing quality, which is on par with the photo kiosks you would see at Costco or Walgreens. If you need exceptional print quality and happen to have the extra cash for a premium printer, then the Canon MAXIFY MB5420 is the right choice for you.

Where to Buy Cheap Canon MAXIFY Ink Cartridges?

Cheap Canon ink isn’t hard to find, as long as you know where to look. Retail stores can easily charge over $100 for a set of Canon 2200 ink cartridges. Don’t waste your money and time searching for the cartridges you need at brick and mortar stores when real savings are found online. 1ink.com is the premier website to find high-quality remanufactured, and compatible Canon ink at an exceptional price.

Our ink cartridge selection can be priced up to 85% less than what you find at retail stores. Whether you need PGI 2200 for your MB5320 or PGI 1200 for your MAXIFY MB2720, we have great deals and bundles available that are sure to keep your bank account intact. Check out our home page for exclusive discounts and coupon codes.