Samsung MLT-D116S vs MLT-D116L Toner: Which Should You Buy? 🖨️
The Samsung Xpress M2825DW is a compact mono laser with duplex printing, wireless, and a low purchase price — a popular choice for Australian home offices and small businesses that need reliable document printing without the cost of a full office laser.
If you own one, you're looking at MLT-D116 toner. And there are two versions to understand. Ollie and Noodle have the full breakdown (Noodle appreciates mono lasers for their reliability 🐾).
Which Printers Use Samsung MLT-D116?
The MLT-D116 range covers the Samsung Xpress compact mono laser lineup:
M2600 series (print only):
- Xpress M2625, M2625D, M2626
M2600 series (with scan/fax):
- Xpress M2675, M2675F, M2676
M2800 series (with duplex + wireless):
- Xpress M2825, M2825DW, M2826 — the most popular AU model
- Xpress M2875, M2875FD, M2875FW, M2876
MLT-D116S vs MLT-D116L: Page Yield
| Cartridge | Standard (D116S) | High Yield (D116L) | |-----------|-----------------|-------------------| | Black | ~1,200 pages | ~3,000 pages |
Yields based on Samsung/ISO standard at 5% coverage.
The D116L delivers 2.5× more pages than D116S. At typical office print rates, standard D116S runs out quickly. D116L is the only sensible choice for regular printing.
Cost Per Page: Genuine vs Compatible
At typical Australian retail prices:
| Cartridge | Genuine | Compatible | Saving | |-----------|---------|------------|--------| | MLT-D116S (~1,200 pages) | ~4.5¢/page | ~1.8¢/page | ~60% | | MLT-D116L (~3,000 pages) | ~2.5¢/page | ~1.0¢/page | ~60% |
For a home office printing 300 pages/month, compatible D116L saves approximately $90–$130 per year vs genuine standard D116S.
A Note on Samsung's Printer Division
In 2017, HP Inc. acquired Samsung's printer division. Samsung-branded printers remain in use globally, but the genuine toner product line has been absorbed into HP's portfolio. This means:
- Genuine "Samsung" MLT-D116 may now be sold under HP branding in some channels
- Compatible MLT-D116S and D116L remain widely available from third-party suppliers
- Compatible toner is the most practical and cost-effective option for most AU owners
MLT-D116 vs Other Samsung Xpress Toner
Samsung produced several Xpress mono laser cartridge families:
| Cartridge | Fits | |-----------|------| | MLT-D111S/L | Xpress M2020, M2022, M2026, M2070 | | MLT-D116S/L | Xpress M2625, M2825, M2875 | | MLT-D118L | Xpress M3015, M3065 |
Check your printer model before ordering — the M2020 uses D111, not D116.
Running Cost Example: M2825DW on Compatible D116L
At 300 pages/month (typical home office):
- Toner cost: ~$3/month (1.0¢/page × 300)
- Annual toner cost: ~$36
That's one of the lowest running costs available for a wireless duplex laser printer. The M2825DW's hardware cost amortises quickly when the consumables are this cheap.
Ollie & Noodle's Verdict
- ✅ Always buy D116L (high yield) — 2.5× more pages vs D116S
- ✅ Compatible saves ~60% — approximately $90–$130/year at 300 pages/month
- ✅ Compatible is the practical choice — genuine Samsung toner has limited AU retail presence post-HP acquisition
- ✅ No warranty risk under Australian Consumer Law
Australian Consumer Law and Samsung/HP Warranties
Samsung printers sold in Australia fall under Australian Consumer Law regardless of brand. Neither Samsung nor HP can void your statutory warranty because you used compatible toner. They must demonstrate the compatible cartridge directly caused a specific fault — routine laser printer faults are unrelated to toner brand.
Summary
- ✅ MLT-D116L (high yield, ~3,000 pages) vs MLT-D116S (standard, ~1,200 pages) — always buy L
- ✅ Compatible D116L: ~1.0¢/page — approximately $36/year at 300 pages/month
- ✅ Compatible is the primary practical option — genuine Samsung toner has limited retail availability
- ✅ Fits: Xpress M2625, M2675, M2825, M2825DW, M2875, M2875FW and related models
- ✅ Don't confuse with MLT-D111 (M2020/M2070 range) — different cartridge family
- ✅ No warranty risk under Australian Consumer Law