Should You Buy Original Franking Ink?

Original franking ink is made by the machine manufacturer and is always guaranteed to work, which is why many businesses prefer it, but it can be expensive. Royal Mail-approved compatible ink, like the range made by Mailcoms, delivers the same reliable franking impression at a lower cost, while poor-quality, non-approved ink can risk damaging the print head.

Types of franking ink available

• Original franking ink – brand-new cartridges bought from the original manufacturer or a franking supplier such as Mailcoms. These are guaranteed to work in your machine.
• Compatible franking ink – brand-new cartridges manufactured by another supplier, such as Mailcoms. Our range is guaranteed to work in your machine and has Royal Mail approval.
• Remanufactured franking ink – cartridges that have been returned, cleaned and refilled by a supplier such as Mailcoms using Royal Mail-approved ink. These are the lowest-cost option.

Why buy original franking ink?

Although compatible and remanufactured ink is cheaper and works fully in your machine, original ink is always guaranteed to work, and some buyers find the quality more consistent and less risky. That is why some businesses prefer the reassurance of original cartridges.

Original ink delivers a high-quality impression but can become costly. For that reason, Mailcoms offers a range of compatible and remanufactured cartridges that match it for quality at a lower price.

Mailcoms ink is Royal Mail approved

All of the compatible franking ink Mailcoms offers is Royal Mail approved, meaning it has been thoroughly tested for compatibility across a range of franking machines. Mailcoms is one of only two companies in the UK to have its own brand of franking ink approved by Royal Mail, so you can buy lower-priced cartridges with confidence that they will work in your machine.

We supply compatible and remanufactured ink for a wide range of franking machines, and we also stock original ink, so we can meet your needs whichever you prefer. For current prices, view our range of franking machine supplies.

Frequently asked questions

Is compatible franking ink safe to use? Royal Mail-approved compatible ink, such as Mailcoms’ own brand, is tested for compatibility and safe to use; avoid non-approved ink, which can risk damaging the print head.

Is original franking ink better than compatible? Original ink is always guaranteed to work, but Royal Mail-approved compatible ink delivers the same quality impression for less.

Is Mailcoms’ franking ink Royal Mail approved? Yes – Mailcoms is one of only two companies in the UK with its own brand of franking ink approved by Royal Mail.