Brand comparison · Australia
Ricoh vs Toshiba Printer Lease in Australia
Both brands compete in the A3 colour multifunction class for Australian business leasing. The right one depends on workflow integration needs, finishing options, and which service network is closest to your offices.
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Quick formFor Australian businesses comparing Ricoh IM against Toshiba eStudio for printer leasing, both ranges cover A3 colour multifunction devices in similar speed bands with self-encrypting drives, secure-print release and scan-to-folder workflows; LeasemyPrinter leases the Toshiba eStudio range from $189/month ex GST on a 36 to 60 month term with maintenance, genuine consumables and remote diagnostics included.
Ricoh vs Toshiba: side-by-side
| Factor | Ricoh | Toshiba |
|---|---|---|
| Class of device | A3 colour MFP (IM C range) | A3 colour MFP (eStudio range) |
| Speed band | 25 to 60 ppm common configurations | 33 to 55 ppm common configurations |
| Security | Self-encrypting drive, data overwrite, secure print | Self-encrypting drive, secure-print PIN, automatic data overwrite |
| Scan workflow | Scan-to-encrypted-folder, RICOH Smart Integration | Scan-to-encrypted-folder, e-bridge cloud connect |
| Finishing | Stapler, hole punch, booklet on most A3 models | Stapler, hole punch, booklet maker on most A3 models |
| Mobile / cloud print | AirPrint, Mopria, RICOH Smart Device Connector | AirPrint, Mopria, e-bridge cloud |
| AU service network | National service through Ricoh Australia | Established service partners across metro and regional NSW (incl. Mid North Coast) |
| Available via LeasemyPrinter | No | Yes, from $189/month |
Ricoh strengths
- Broad A3 production and office range with national Ricoh Australia service.
- RICOH Smart Integration for cloud and workflow connectors.
- Established option for high-volume centralised print rooms.
Toshiba strengths
- Strong fit for Mid North Coast NSW and regional businesses leveraging local Toshiba service partners.
- e-bridge cloud connector for tight Microsoft 365 integration.
- Booklet finishing across the A3 colour range, well-suited to client report packs.
When Ricoh is the starting point
- High-volume centralised print rooms already standardised on Ricoh.
- Existing Ricoh fleets being expanded for fleet-management consistency.
- Specific RICOH Smart Integration workflow connectors.
When Toshiba is the starting point
- Mid North Coast NSW businesses. Toshiba is the headline brand we lead with for the region.
- Practices wanting client-report-pack booklet finishing on every A3 device.
- Microsoft 365 environments wanting native scan-to-folder via e-bridge cloud.
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- This tool suggests a device class. It does not quote a price.
- Leases start from $189/month ex GST on a 36–60 month term (entry-tier published price).
- Your final monthly cost is set by the finance provider when the lease is signed.
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A4 colour multifunction
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Frequently asked questions
- Does LeasemyPrinter lease Ricoh?
- LeasemyPrinter leases Kyocera, HP, Toshiba and Brother. We do not currently lease Ricoh. If a Ricoh IM-class device is the right fit for your business, the closest match in our range is the Toshiba eStudio A3 colour family, leasing from $189/month ex GST.
- Is Toshiba comparable to Ricoh on security?
- Both ranges ship with self-encrypting hard drives, secure-print release, data overwrite and user authentication on standard configurations. Both meet the typical Australian business privacy and audit requirements for handling client records.
- Which brand is better for a Port Macquarie or Taree business?
- For Mid North Coast NSW businesses, Toshiba is the headline brand we lead with. A local technician based in Taree provides next business day onsite response across Port Macquarie, Taree, Kempsey and Forster. Ricoh also has Australian service infrastructure but is typically routed through national service contracts rather than a dedicated regional response.
Print security and procurement: the numbers behind a Ricoh or Toshiba 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, the segment a printer lease is built for, trading a large upfront purchase for a predictable monthly cost.
Source: 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.
For medical, legal, accounting and local government offices, an unmanaged printer that stores and routes confidential documents is a genuine exposure.
Source: 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
$20,000
If you buy equipment outright, eligible small businesses with an aggregated annual turnover under $10 million can immediately deduct the business portion of eligible assets costing less than $20,000, where the asset is first used or installed ready for use between 1 July 2025 and 30 June 2026.
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.
Source: Australian Taxation Office · Australian Taxation Office, 2025 to 2026 income year