Choosing a replacement Canon toner starts with two checks: the complete printer model and the code printed on the toner cartridge or its packaging. Canon uses similar-looking numbers across different printer families, so do not choose a cartridge from the brand name or a partial model number alone.
This guide explains two common black toner codes, Canon 725 and Canon 728, and gives you a simple way to check a match before you order. Older Canon codes listed on this page are examples from the original archive; compatibility should always be confirmed against your exact printer.
Canon 725 and Canon 728: what is the difference?
Canon 725 and Canon 728 are separate black toner cartridge codes. They are not interchangeable simply because both are Canon cartridges or because a printer belongs to the i-SENSYS range.
- Canon 725: Canon lists this black cartridge at approximately 1,600 pages under its stated ISO/IEC 19752 test method. Check Canon’s 725 product information.
- Canon 728: Canon lists this black cartridge at approximately 2,100 pages under its stated ISO/IEC 19752 test method. Check Canon’s 728 product information.
Page yield is a standardised estimate, not a promise of the number of pages you will print. Actual yield varies with document coverage, settings and use. A different yield does not make one code a substitute for another.
How to check the right Canon toner
- Find the full model name on the printer itself, usually on the front, top or rear label. Include letters and suffixes such as “w” or “dn”.
- Read the code from the cartridge currently fitted, if it is available. Keep the letters, digits and regional suffix exactly as printed.
- Compare both details with the printer manufacturer’s supplies information or ask us to check them together.
- Before ordering, confirm the product description, colour, condition and current availability on the product page.
Do not rely on a partial model number or a copied list alone. Older models can have similar names, and an old compatibility list may not reflect current product options.
Original and compatible options
An original cartridge is made by Canon. A compatible cartridge is made by another supplier for use with specified printer models. If you are considering a compatible option, match the exact printer model and cartridge code, then read the product listing for its stated contents and terms. Cartridge Care cannot confirm a match from “Canon” alone.
Looking up other Canon codes
This article originally collected several older Canon toner families, including 701, 707, 712, 713, 715, 716 and 718. Those references are retained as historical context, not as a guarantee that a cartridge is currently available or that every model once listed is compatible. Check the code and full printer model before buying.
Read the toner cartridge guide for general identification help, or use the printer cartridge guide to check what details to look for.
Search Canon toner products
When you have a code, search the online catalogue for products rather than advice articles. Check the product listing for the exact code and printer match before placing an order.
Need help checking a code?
Send us the full Canon printer model and the toner code you have. We can help you check what to look for before you order. Call Cartridge Care on 0161 738 1066, Monday to Friday, 9am–6pm, or use the printer cartridge quote form.
The Manchester branch has a separate number: 0161 738 1465. Please confirm current price, product availability and delivery arrangements before ordering.
