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Best when the printer is used lightly and standard-yield capacity is enough for your print volume.
myCartridge HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw 218A Toner With Chip 4-Pack (Black, Cyan, Yellow, Magenta) | Standard Yield · Lower Upfront Cost
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myCartridge HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw 218A Toner With Chip 4-Pack (Black, Cyan, Yellow, Magenta) | Standard Yield · Lower Upfront Cost
$160.00
Sale price
$160.00
Regular price
$259.99
HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw 218A Toner With Chip 4-Pack
This myCartridge compatible HP 218A toner 4-pack is made for the HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw. It includes black, cyan, magenta, and yellow standard-yield toner cartridges with pre-installed smart chips, so you can install them without transferring chips from old cartridges.
Quick match: For HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw. Uses HP 218A standard-yield toner or HP 218X high-yield toner. This product is the standard-yield HP 218A 4-pack with chips installed.
Exact PrinterHP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw
Toner FamilyHP 218A standard yield
OEM NumbersW2180A–W2183A
Colors IncludedBlack, cyan, magenta, yellow
Chip IncludedPre-installed smart chips
Page YieldBK 1,300; C/M/Y 1,200 each
Compatible Printers
This HP 218A set supports selected U.S. HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201 and MFP 3301 printers. Confirm the exact model and existing W-number before ordering.
HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dwHP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301fdwHP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301cdwHP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301sdw
Regional cartridge numbers may differ. This page and product configuration are intended for supported U.S. HP 218A printer models.
What’s in the Box
| Cartridge | OEM Number | Color | Listed Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 × HP 218A Black | W2180A | Black | ~1,300 pages |
| 1 × HP 218A Cyan | W2181A | Cyan | ~1,200 pages |
| 1 × HP 218A Yellow | W2182A | Yellow | ~1,200 pages |
| 1 × HP 218A Magenta | W2183A | Magenta | ~1,200 pages |
Quick-start guide included: Each box includes setup instructions and common troubleshooting guidance. Some production batches may include bilingual documentation; the English section contains the instructions needed by U.S. customers.
Declared yields are based on ISO/IEC 19798 and continuous printing. Actual yield varies with coverage, document type, printer settings, calibration, paper, environment, and printer condition. Combined listed cartridge-pages add the separate cartridge yields for set comparison and do not represent full-color page output.
Product Description
If you are searching for HP 3201dw toner, HP 3201dw 218A toner cartridges, or an HP 218A 4-pack with chip, this set is designed for light to moderate home-office, school, small-business, and everyday color printing.
The HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw is a print-only wireless color laser printer with automatic two-sided printing. HP 218A is the standard-yield choice for users with light to moderate weekly printing who prefer the standard-capacity cartridge family.
Why Choose myCartridge HP 218A for the 3201dw?
- Exact 3201dw match: clearly identifies the printer and W2180A–W2183A toner family.
- Standard-yield capacity: designed for lighter printing needs and less frequent use.
- Pre-installed smart chips: no old-chip removal or transfer required.
- Complete four-color set: black, cyan, magenta, and yellow in one box.
- Everyday print output: designed for reports, forms, invoices, schoolwork, presentations, and color office files.
- Direct support: setup assistance, recognition troubleshooting, eligible replacement or return help, and lifetime warranty support.
myCartridge HP 218A vs. Other Options
Page yield may look similar, but the setup, day-to-day experience, warranty, and support can be very different.
| What Matters | myCartridge HP 218A Ready to Install | Original HP 218A | Other Third-Party HP 218A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smart Chip Included | Yes — pre-installed | Yes — original HP chip | Most are sold without chips. Some brands may ship either a chip or no-chip version depending on available stock. |
| Chip Transfer | No transfer needed | No transfer needed | No-chip versions require you to move the original HP chip yourself. The chip can be damaged during removal if you do not have the right tools or experience. |
| Toner-Level Display | Supported | Supported | Most do not show the toner level correctly. |
| Recognition Check Before Shipping | Yes — checked before shipment | Native OEM recognition | Not offered. |
| Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Limited Warranty | Limited warranty. |
| Customer Reviews | ★★★★★ 4.8/5 · 100+ Reviews | Large number of customer reviews | Usually very few customer reviews, so the rating can be hard to judge. |
Best for a simple, ready-to-use replacement
myCartridge is built for buyers who want the chip already installed, toner-level display support, a recognition check before shipping, and Lifetime Warranty support.
Who should consider no-chip toner?
Experienced DIY users who already know how to remove and transfer an original HP chip safely and have the proper tools for the job.
HP 218A vs HP 218X for HP 3201dw
Both HP 218A and HP 218X fit the HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw. HP 218A is standard yield, while HP 218X is high yield and provides more pages with fewer cartridge changes.
| Feature | HP 218A Standard Yield | HP 218X High Yield |
|---|---|---|
| Black Yield | ~1,300 pages | ~3,200 pages |
| Color Yield | ~1,200 pages each | ~2,500 pages each |
| Combined Listed Yield | ~4,900 | ~10,700 |
| Best For | Light or occasional printing | Regular printing and fewer changes |
Yield difference: HP 218X provides substantially more rated pages than HP 218A. Choose 218A for lighter printing and 218X when higher print volume or fewer cartridge changes matter.
Upgrade to HP 218X
Best for weekly printing, shared use, higher page volume, and fewer cartridge replacements.
For a deeper comparison, read the HP 218X vs HP 218A toner guide.
About the Pre-Installed Smart Chips
Each HP 218A cartridge comes with a pre-installed smart chip designed to support cartridge recognition, printer communication, and toner-status reporting where supported.
No chip transfer required: You do not need to remove a chip from the original starter cartridge or a used HP cartridge. This avoids additional setup and the risk of damaging or misaligning an old chip.
How to Install HP 218A Toner in HP 3201dw
- Turn on the HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw and wait until it is idle.
- Open the front cover and pull out the toner drawer.
- Remove the old cartridge from the matching color position.
- Unpack the new HP 218A cartridge and gently rock it side to side five or six times.
- Remove every protective seal, orange part, tape, and shipping material.
- Avoid touching the chip contact area or imaging surface.
- Insert the cartridge firmly into the correct black, cyan, yellow, or magenta position.
- Close the drawer and front cover, allow initialization to finish, and print a test page.
Light output: Remove the affected cartridge, gently rock it side to side to redistribute toner, reinstall it, and print another test page. Also confirm that every protective seal has been removed.
How Does myCartridge HP 218A Print?
Under controlled internal myCartridge R&D lab conditions, selected compatible toner output achieved approximately 99.82% print similarity compared with OEM output.
99.82% internal lab print-similarity result: designed for sharp text, clean color graphics, readable charts, school materials, and consistent everyday office output.
This is an internal controlled-test result, not a guarantee that every document will be visually identical. Actual results vary by printer condition, paper, settings, coverage, and environment.
Customer Review Snapshot
HP 218A Customer Reviews for myCartridge Toner Set
4.8 / 5 ★★★★★
Rated 4.8 out of 5 based on 129 customer reviews for the myCartridge HP 218A toner set.
- Complete black, cyan, magenta, and yellow 4-pack.
- Pre-installed smart chips reduce setup steps and avoid old-chip transfer.
- Designed for supported HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201 / 3301 series printers.
- Standard-yield option for light to moderate home-office and business printing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What toner does the HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw use?
The HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw uses HP 218A standard-yield toner or HP 218X high-yield toner. This product is the HP 218A four-color set using W2180A, W2181A, W2182A, and W2183A.
Does this HP 3201dw 218A pack include all four colors?
Yes. It includes one black W2180A, one cyan W2181A, one yellow W2182A, and one magenta W2183A cartridge, all with pre-installed smart chips.
How many pages does HP 218A print?
HP 218A black is listed for approximately 1,300 pages. Cyan, yellow, and magenta are each listed for approximately 1,200 pages. Actual yield varies according to coverage, document type, settings, calibration, paper, and printer condition.
Should I choose HP 218A or HP 218X for the 3201dw?
Choose HP 218A when printing is light or occasional and standard-yield capacity is sufficient. Choose HP 218X when printing is regular and you want more pages with fewer cartridge replacements.
Is HP 218A the same as the starter toner included with the printer?
No. HP 218A is a retail standard-yield replacement family. The introductory toner supplied with a new HP 3201dw may have a lower listed capacity than the retail HP 218A replacements.
Does HP 3201dw use the same toner as HP 3301fdw?
Yes. Supported U.S. HP 3201dw, 3301fdw, 3301cdw, and 3301sdw printers use HP 218A standard-yield or HP 218X high-yield toner.
Do I need to transfer chips from my old cartridges?
No. Each myCartridge HP 218A cartridge comes with a pre-installed smart chip, so old-chip removal and transfer are not required.
Can HP firmware updates affect compatible HP 218A toner?
Yes. Firmware updates can change cartridge-authentication behavior. Contact myCartridge Support if recognition changes after an update.
What should I do if the HP 3201dw does not recognize a cartridge?
Confirm the printer model and W-number, remove all protective materials, reinstall the correct color firmly, restart the printer, and record the exact error message. Contact myCartridge Support if the issue continues.
Can I replace only one HP 218A color?
Yes. Black, cyan, yellow, and magenta are separate cartridges. Replace only the low or empty color when the remaining cartridges still print normally.
Is the limited to first-time customers?
No. The current is a automatic and is not limited to first-time customers. No coupon code is required.
Is HP 218A compatible with HP 206X, 210X, 414X, or 202X printers?
No. HP 218A, 206X, 210X, 414X, and 202X are different toner families. Confirm the complete printer model and cartridge number before ordering.
myCartridge is an independent supplier of compatible toner cartridges. HP, Color LaserJet Pro, HP 218A, HP 218X, W2180A–W2183A, 3201dw, and related names are trademarks or product references of HP Inc. and are used only to describe compatibility. This product is not manufactured, sponsored, or endorsed by HP Inc.