Epson 126 vs 127: Which Cartridge Ink is Better?

Choosing the right ink cartridge can be a challenge. Aside from the quality of your prints, there is also quite a dent made in your pocket. While you might be tempted to buy remanufactured cartridges, they can cause problems with your printer. For this reason, we are going to look at two of Epson’s original cartridges.

We will compare the Epson 126 vs 127. We will consider all of their specifics and include them in a side-by-side chart. Then, we will follow up with some pros and cons before the final verdict.

Let’s begin with what Epson 126 and Epson 127 have in common.

Rigorous Testing

The Epson 126 and the Epson 127 have both been through strict testing in the Epson labs. Tests include color, purity, viscosity, surface tension and gas chromatography.

DURABrite Ink

With DURABrite ink, the Epson 126 and the Epson 127 have pigment-based ink technology. These inks are water and smudge resistant and also fade resistant regardless of whether you are printing on plain, matte, or glossy paper. The ink also dries instantly.

Let’s review these features in the comparison chart below.

	Epson 126	Epson 127
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Manufacturer Number	T126520-S	T127120-S
Epson Quality Tested	Yes	Yes
Available Packs	Black, Black 2 pack, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, C/M/Y 3 pack, C/M/Y/B 4 pack	Black, Black 2 pack, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, C/M/Y 3 pack
Printer Compatibility	Workforce- 633, 845, 840, 520, 630, 545, 435, 60, 645, 635, WF-7510, WF-3520, WF-7520, WF-3540, WF-7010, Stylus NX330, Stylus NX430	Workforce- 633, 845, 840 630, 545, 60, 645, 635, WF-3520, WF-7510, WF-3540, WF-7010, Stylus NX530, Stylus NX625
DURABrite Ultra	Yes	Yes
Smart Valve Technology	Not stated	Yes
Resistance	Smudge, water, and fade	Smudge, water, and fade
Instant Dry	Yes	Yes
Capacity	High Capacity- 50% more than standard	Extra-High Capacity- black cartridge, 1000 sheets
Price	Check price on Amazon	Check price on Amazon

Now we will move on to what makes the Epson 126 and the Epson 127 different.

Both are available in individual black, cyan, magenta, and blue. You can also buy a 2 pack for each in black.

Epson 126

You can buy a p pack with cyan, magenta and yellow. There is also an option for a 4 pack which includes the 3 colors and black.

Epson 127

In terms of packs, apart from the 2 pack of black, there is only a pack of the 3 colors.

The Winner Is- The Epson 126

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Your decision may come down to what printer you have. You can find a full list of compatible printers in the comparison chart.

Epson 126

There are 17 compatible printers from the Epson range, the majority are from the Workforce series but there are also 2 from the Stylus series.

Epson 127

You can use these cartridges with 14 different printers. Again, most are in the Workforce category with two in the Stylus group, though not the same as the Epson 126.

The Winner Is- The Epson 126

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Smart Valve technology prevents excess ink from being delivered to the paper.

Epson 126

There is no information confirming Smart Valve technology.

Epson 127

The product information states that these cartridges come with Smart Valve technology.

The Winner Is- The Epson 127

The capacity of the cartridges adds to the value for money.

Epson 126

At high capacity, there is 50% more ink than standard cartridges. It’s a shame there is no information about the number of sheets you can print.

Epson 127

These are extra high capacity. A black ink cartridge can print approximately 1000 sheets.

The Winner Is- The Epson 127