After several weeks of rigorous testing with various print jobs, from simple text documents to complex photo prints, I’m ready to share my comprehensive review of the Original Laser Toner Cartridge W1106A Black. This cartridge, boasting a claimed yield of 1000 pages, is designed for a range of HP LaserJet printers including the 107A, 107R, 107W, 135A, 135R, 135W, and 137FNW series. My goal was to determine if this toner lives up to its promises of consistent, high-quality prints and a long lifespan.

The W1106A promises effortless color document and photo printing, enhancing color and glossiness. The packaging is straightforward, containing the toner cartridge itself and a brief instruction manual. Installation was remarkably simple, a quick snap-in process that took less than a minute. The compact design (see specifications below) means it fits easily into the designated printer slot without any fuss.

Throughout my testing, the W1106A consistently delivered crisp, clear text with sharp, defined characters. I particularly appreciated the performance on photographic prints. While not reaching the vibrancy of some photo-specific inks, the color reproduction was surprisingly good, and there was a noticeable improvement in glossiness compared to other cartridges I’ve tested at this price point. Print speeds also remained consistent throughout the testing period, demonstrating no significant drop-off even towards the end of the cartridge’s life. I printed approximately 950 pages before noticing a clear decline in print quality, slightly under the advertised 1000-page yield, which is still a respectable number.

I did observe minor inconsistencies in the very last 50 pages – slight fading in certain areas – but this is to be expected from any toner cartridge nearing its end-of-life. Overall, the print quality remained largely consistent and satisfactory throughout the testing period. I experimented with different paper types and print settings, and the cartridge performed well across the board.

Pros:

• Easy installation
• Consistent print quality for text and photos
• Good value for money (considering the page yield)
• Reliable performance

Cons:

• Slight underperformance compared to the advertised page yield (though not significantly)
• Minor print quality inconsistencies towards the end of the cartridge’s life

The Original Laser Toner Cartridge W1106A Black provides excellent value for money. While not perfect, its consistent performance, ease of use, and satisfactory print quality across various print jobs make it a strong contender in its price bracket. The slight underperformance in terms of page yield is easily offset by the overall reliability and print quality. I would confidently recommend the W1106A to anyone looking for a reliable replacement toner cartridge for their compatible HP LaserJet printer.