Brand comparisons · Australia
Printer Lease Brand Comparisons
Comparing two printer brands before you lease?
Each guide sets them side by side on what actually differs: device class, speed, security, finishing and local service.
Then we point you to a like for like quote on the brands we lease.
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Whichever brand you choose, every lease includes
- Maintenance, genuine toner and consumables for the contract term.
- One predictable monthly fee from $160/month ex GST on a 36 to 60 month term.
- No automatic renewal, you decide what happens at the end of the term.
- A like for like quote in under 2 minutes.
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Quick formHow do I compare printer lease brands in Australia?
Comparing printer brands for an Australian business lease comes down to four things: device class, running cost, security and local service.
Each guide below sets the major brands side by side on those points.
Then we match you to a like for like quote on the brands we lease: Kyocera, HP, Toshiba and Brother.
Copier lease, photocopier lease and printer lease name one agreement, because the leased machines do all three jobs.
Kyocera, HP, Toshiba and Brother multifunction copiers are supplied Australia wide on the same terms.
Lease comparison
Toshiba vs Kyocera
Both brands sit in the same A3 multifunction class for Australian business leasing.
The right one depends on volume profile, finishing requirements, and which fleet your team is already familiar with.
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Toshiba vs HP
Both brands lease as business multifunction devices, but they sit in slightly different classes.
Toshiba eStudio is built around A3 colour production.
HP leads with A4 colour LaserJet Enterprise fleets and deep device security features.
The right starting point depends on whether your output is mostly A4 office work or includes A3 production.
Lease comparison
Konica Minolta vs Toshiba
Konica Minolta is built around production print rooms, Toshiba around everyday office document work.
The choice usually comes down to whether you are running bound finished output or day to day copying and scanning.
Lease comparison
HP vs Kyocera
Both brands cover the office multifunction class for Australian business leasing.
The right one depends on whether your team already runs HP, your volume profile, and which fleet management tools suit your sites.
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Ricoh vs Toshiba
Ricoh sells a broad national range, Toshiba is the brand we lead with on the Mid North Coast.
The deciding factor is normally how close the service network sits to your offices, and how quickly a device gets attended.
Lease comparison
Toshiba vs Brother
Both brands lease as business multifunction devices, but they sit in different classes.
Toshiba eStudio is an A3 native colour production range.
The Brother MFC-L range is built for A4 office printing in a compact footprint with low cost per page.
The right starting point depends on whether you need A3 output and finishing, or a space efficient A4 workhorse.
Lease comparison
Brother vs Kyocera
Both brands lease as reliable business multifunction devices with a strong focus on running cost.
Brother MFC-L is an A4 range built for a compact footprint and low cost per page.
Kyocera TASKalfa adds A3 capability and a long life ceramic drum design aimed at low total cost of ownership.
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Toshiba vs Canon
Toshiba and Canon overlap in the A3 colour multifunction class, but split on reach.
Canon aims at multi state fleets and print rooms, Toshiba at regional offices wanting a technician who knows the area.
Lease comparison
HP vs Brother
Both brands lease as A4 business multifunction devices.
HP leads with the Color LaserJet Enterprise platform, deep device security and central fleet management.
The Brother MFC-L range is built for a compact desktop footprint and low cost per page.
The right starting point depends on your fleet tooling, desk space and page budget.
Lease comparison
Kyocera vs Canon
Both brands compete in the A3 colour multifunction class for Australian business leasing.
Kyocera is often weighed on running cost because of its long-life ceramic drum design.
The right choice depends on your volume, workflow integrations and service network coverage.
Lease comparison
HP vs Canon
Both brands compete in the office multifunction class for Australian business leasing.
HP leads with A4 Color LaserJet Enterprise fleets and a deep device-security stack.
Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX is an A3 colour multifunction range.
The right starting point depends on your page sizes, security requirements and service network coverage.
Lease comparison
Brother vs Canon
These brands sit in different classes.
The Brother MFC-L range is A4, built for a compact desktop footprint and low cost per page.
Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX is an A3 colour multifunction range for centralised office printing.
The right starting point depends on whether you need A3 output or a space efficient A4 workhorse.
Lease comparison
Ricoh vs Kyocera
Both brands cover the A3 colour multifunction class for Australian business leasing.
The practical differences show up in fleet management tooling, workflow extensions and how the device is serviced once it is installed.
Lease comparison
Ricoh vs HP
Both brands cover the office multifunction class for Australian business leasing.
The choice usually turns on what your team already runs, how you monitor devices across sites, and which security console your IT support prefers.
Lease comparison
Ricoh vs Brother
These two sit in different device classes, so the useful comparison is a sizing question.
Ricoh IM C is an A3 colour multifunction range built for in house production.
The Brother MFC-L range is A4, compact and built around simple deployment.
Lease comparison
Konica Minolta vs Kyocera
bizhub and TASKalfa sit in the same A3 colour multifunction class for Australian business leasing.
They part company on finishing depth at the production end and on how a mixed A3 and A4 fleet is kept on one platform.
Lease comparison
Konica Minolta vs HP
These two are usually shortlisted for different reasons. bizhub is chosen for production finishing depth, HP for fitting alongside an existing HP desktop fleet with one security and monitoring console.
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Konica Minolta vs Brother
These two answer different questions, so sizing settles it before brand does. bizhub is built for A3 production runs in a dedicated print room.
The Brother MFC-L range is a compact A4 workhorse for everyday office printing.
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Quick formHow to compare a printer lease
- Device class and speed. A4 or A3, and the pages per minute your volume actually needs.
- Running cost. The monthly lease plus cost per page, not just the headline figure.
- Security. Secure print release, encrypted drives and audit logging for client data.
- Service. How quickly a technician can reach your office when it matters.
Every lease we arrange includes
- Maintenance and servicing for the contract term.
- Genuine consumables and toner.
- Remote diagnostics and support.
- One predictable monthly fee, ex GST, from $160/month.
Comparing brands is step one. See every printer and copier lease option we arrange, from single devices to full office fleets. Comparing vendors, not brands? Start with how to judge printer lease companies in Australia.
What you get
Predictable monthly cost, not a big capital hit
Buying a machine outright is a large upfront cost. Leasing spreads it into a flat monthly figure from $160/month ex GST, so your cash flow stays steady and easy to budget.
Illustrative timing only. The bars show when money goes out, not a total. Total cost depends on the term, device and finance provider, and is confirmed in writing when the lease is signed.
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Three quick taps and we will point you to the device class that fits how your team actually prints. Then request a tailored quote.
Indicative guide only
- This tool suggests a device class. It does not quote a price.
- Leases start from $160/month ex GST on a 36 to 60 month term (entry tier published price).
- Your final monthly cost is set by the finance provider when the lease is signed.
Your suggested fit
A4 colour multifunction
An everyday A4 colour multifunction for client-facing documents and general office printing at low to moderate volumes.
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The numbers behind an Australian office printer lease
Independent, sourced data on why a managed, single vendor print fleet matters and how the lease versus buy decision is treated for tax.
Each figure links to its source.
Australian businesses are small
97.3%
Of Australia's 2,729,648 actively trading businesses were small businesses with fewer than 20 employees at 30 June 2025.
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That is the segment a printer lease is built for.
It trades a large upfront purchase for a predictable monthly cost.
According to Australian Bureau of Statistics · ABS Counts of Australian Businesses, 30 June 2025 (n = 2,729,648)
Print related data loss
56%
Of organisations reported at least one print related data loss in the past year.
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An unmanaged printer stores and routes confidential documents.
For medical, legal, accounting and local government offices, that is a genuine exposure.
According to Quocirca Print Security Landscape 2025 · Quocirca, July 2025. International survey of 400 IT decision makers (US and Europe)
ATO instant asset write off, 2025 to 2026 window now closed
$20,000
If you bought equipment outright, the write off applied to eligible small businesses with an aggregated annual turnover under $10 million.
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It covered the business portion of eligible assets costing less than $20,000.
The asset had to be first used, or installed ready for use, between 1 July 2025 and 30 June 2026.
That window has closed.
The threshold for 2026 to 2027 is not yet law, so check the current figure at ato.gov.au.
Genuine operating lease payments are instead deductible as a business expense each period.
General information, not tax advice.
Confirm the right structure for your situation with your accountant.
According to Australian Taxation Office · Australian Taxation Office, 2025 to 2026 income year
Frequently asked questions
How do I compare printer lease brands?
Compare four things, not just the headline price: device class and speed for your page volume, the monthly lease plus cost per page, the security features for handling client data, and how quickly a technician can reach your office.
We set the major brands side by side on those points and match you to a like for like quote.
Which brands does LeasemyPrinter lease?
We lease Kyocera, HP, Toshiba and Brother on a 36 to 60 month term, with maintenance, genuine consumables and remote diagnostics included for the contract term.
Where a brand we do not lease is the better technical fit, we match you to the closest device in our range.
Is leasing better value than buying outright?
Leasing turns a large upfront purchase into one predictable monthly fee from $160/month ex GST on a 3 to 5 year contract, with servicing and consumables included.
Buying outright is a single capital cost plus your own running costs.
Which suits you depends on your cash flow and tax position rather than one being cheaper in every case.
Which printer brand is cheapest to run?
Running cost depends on the device and your monthly volume rather than the brand badge alone.
The monthly fee covers toner, parts, service labour and call outs, and you only buy paper.
Kyocera is often chosen for its long life ceramic drum design, but the right answer comes from sizing the device to your actual volume.
Do I have to buy toner separately on any brand?
No.
Every lease we arrange includes genuine toner and consumables in the monthly payment for the contract term, on all brands we lease.
You only buy paper.
Can I get a like for like quote on two brands?
Yes.
Tell us your monthly volume and requirements and we price the same device class on each brand you are weighing up, so you compare the monthly lease cost on equal footing rather than guessing from list specs.
Printer leasing terms explained
Not sure whether Toshiba, Kyocera, HP or Brother is right for your business?
Tell us your volume, finishing needs and location.
We'll match you to the right device and a like for like quote in under 2 minutes.