I have found that for my needs this 3 ink package is what I can use for my general home needs. I also purchase the larger single ink cartridges at times for use with my business and church needs but don't want the ink to get dry and not be as useful as it needs to be for my photos. I like the diverse choice of the 3 ink package as well as the single ink cartridges and at times I use the XL cartridges when I'm printing many photos.