What is a Compatible Inkjet Cartridge?

A quick search online for replacement ink cartridges will bring up many companies selling ‘compatible’ ink jet cartridges. But what is a compatible ink cartridge and why are the so much cheaper?

A compatible ink cartridge is a brand new cartridge. This cartridge is made by a printer ink cartridge manufacturer other than the same manufacturer of your printer.

This is explains why compatible cartridges are much cheaper than the ones you find in the stores.

These cartridges work just as well as an ‘original cartridge’.