The Copiers Plus team is making it easy for North Carolina companies to review and compare the best business copiers. We recently put Kyocera’s lineup of commercial color copiers to the test, evaluating five aspects of each device - print speed and acceleration, toner range, paper capacity, and affordability. Read on to see how each copier stacked up and which might be the perfect solution to keep your NC office turning out vivid color copies while operating efficiently.
Total Score: 4.2
Taking the top prize in this head-to-head competition is the KYOCERA TASKalfa 6054ci, the newer version of the TASKalfa 6053ci. Though it scored the same as the 2nd place winner, we’ve awarded it 1st place because of its more affordable MSRP. With top scores in print acceleration and paper capacity, this color copy machine is equipped to handle the most demanding daily requirements.
Print Speed: 4 (B/W 60ppm / Color 60ppm)
The TASKalfa prints both black and white as well as color copies at a rate of 60 pages per minute. This multifunctional printer (MFP) delivers serious speed, missing the cut-off for the highest ranking by only one page-per-minute.
Print Acceleration: 5 (B/W 3.8 sec / Color 5.1 sec)
With print acceleration speeds of 3.8 seconds for black and white prints and 5.1 seconds for color, Kyocera’s TASKalfa 6054ci earned the highest ranking possible in this category.
Toner Range: 4 (B/W 40k pages / Color 24k pages)
North Carolina businesses can trust this device to keep the copies coming without having to constantly reorder toner. It can handle up to 40 thousand pages in black and white and 24 thousand in color before needing a replacement.
Paper Capacity: 5 (7,150 sheets)
You won’t have to worry about constantly restocking the paper tray with this Kyocera color copier either. With a paper capacity of up to 7,150 sheets, the TASKalfa 6054ci keeps any size office running smoothly.
Affordability: 3 (MSRP $22,358)
Landing at a 3 on the affordability scale, this MFP provides plenty of features at a price that hits the mark for small, medium, and large businesses.
Total Score: 4.2
Taking 2nd place is the KYOCERA TASKalfa 7054ci. First in its line, it scored top marks in print speed, print acceleration, and paper capacity for a total average score of 4.2. It’s an excellent choice for NC offices that want a MFP that can keep up with the challenges of daily printing, copying, scanning, and document security.
Print Speed: 5 (B/W 70ppm / Color 70ppm)
Boasting some of the quickest print speeds among Kyocera’s color MFPs, the TASKalfa 7054ci clocks in at 70 pages per minute for both color and black and white copies. That score will keep your company’s documents coming hot off the press!
Print Acceleration: 5 (B/W 3.7 sec / Color 5.0 sec)
The TASKalfa 7054ci and 6054ci have nearly identical print acceleration speeds. However, the 2nd place pick bests the 1st place winner by just one-tenth of a second for both black and white and color copies. With respective speeds of 3.7 and 5.0 seconds, you’ll love the quick-printing capabilities of this device!
Toner Range: 4 (B/W 40k pages / Color 24k pages)
On par with its 1st place counterpart, this color copier provides convenience and efficiency for businesses throughout the state. With this commercial copier lease, you’ll enjoy a toner range of 40 thousand pages for black and white prints and 24 thousand for color.
Paper Capacity: 5 (7,150 sheets)
Restock the paper tray and then forget about it with the TASKalfa 7054ci! A paper capacity of up to 7,150 sheets ensures this device will keep up with the most demanding office environments.
Affordability: 2 (MSRP $32,028)
Though this copier sits at a higher MSRP than several others in the category, you can’t deny the efficiency, functionality, and security it brings to offices of all sizes.
Total Score: 4
Rounding out the top three Kyocera color copiers is the TASKalfa 4054ci, next in line to the TASKalfa 4053ci. It tied the TASKalfa 5054ci, 7353ci, and 8353ci with a total score of 4, but edged out the competition because of its cost-effective MSRP. For offices that want to manage their workflow with speed and efficiency, this copier is a great choice.
Print Speed: 4 (B/W 40ppm / Color 40ppm)
The KYOCERA TASKalfa 4054ci offers print speeds of 40 pages per minute, whether printing in black and white or color. This output earned it a 4 out of 5 on the ranking scale, providing plenty of agility to keep any team working at its best.
Print Acceleration: 4 (B/W 5.1 sec / Color 6.5 sec)
Also scoring a 4 for print acceleration, the TASKalfa 4054ci touts speeds of 5.1 seconds for black and white copies and 6.5 seconds for color.
Toner Range: 3 (B/W 30k pages / Color 20k pages)
The device’s toner range score is slightly lower than the 1st and 2nd place winners, but still features a solid range of 30 thousand pages for black and white and 20 thousand pages for color copies. Backed by Copiers Plus’s remote monitoring service, we’ll make sure your device’s toner never runs dry!
Paper Capacity: 5 (7,150 sheets)
Like most of its competitors, the TASKalfa 4054ci holds up to 7,150 sheets in the paper trays, which is more than enough to optimize your office’s operations without having to constantly restock.
Affordability: 4 (MSRP $17,880)
The TASKalfa 4054ci comes in at the lowest MSRP of the top three color copiers in this battle. It hits the sweet spot at $17,880, making it an excellent consideration for a commercial copier lease.
Total Score: 4
The contest between Kyocera’s TASKalfa line of color copiers was tight, with four of the devices vying for the 3rd place position. Though the TASKalfa 4054ci narrowly won out, the TASKalfa 5054ci, 7353ci, and 8353ci all have plenty to offer. Successor of the TASKalfa 5053ci, the 5054ci brings efficiency, speed, and versatility to businesses, all at a cost-effective MSRP.
Print Speed: 4 (B/W 50ppm / Color 50ppm)
Print Acceleration: 4 (B/W 4.3 sec / Color 5.4 sec)
Toner Range: 3 (B/W 30k pages / Color 20k pages)
Paper Capacity: 5 (7,150 sheets)
Affordability: 4 (MSRP $19,635)
Total Score: 4
Also tied for 4th place is the KYOCERA TASKalfa 7353ci, an update to the TASKalfa 7052ci model. It achieved the highest rankings possible in print speed, toner range, and paper capacity, making it an excellent choice for those searching for maximum productivity and functionality.
Print Speed: 5 (B/W 73ppm / Color 65ppm)
Print Acceleration: 4 (B/W 5.3 sec / Color 6.3 sec)
Toner Range: 5 (B/W 80k pages / Color 40k pages)
Paper Capacity: 5 (7,650 sheets)
Affordability: 1 (MSRP $40,354)
Total Score: 4
Next in line to the TASKalfa 8052ci, the TASKalfa 8353ci also brought in excellent scores in print speed, toner range, and paper capacity. This reliable copier easily streamlines workflow and handles the most demanding office needs.
Print Speed: 5 (B/W 83ppm / Color 70ppm)
Print Acceleration: 4 (B/W 4.9 sec / Color 6.1 sec)
Toner Range: 5 (B/W 85k pages / Color 40k pages)
Paper Capacity: 5 (7,650 sheets)
Affordability: 1 (MSRP $48,286)
Total Score: 3.8
Next up is the KYOCERA TASKalfa 3554ci, the latest version of the TASKalfa 3253ci. Delivering a total average score of 3.8, it earned top rankings for paper capacity while also scoring well for print acceleration and affordability. All-in-all, it’s a well-rounded color copier that provides winning capabilities for offices throughout North Carolina.
Print Speed: 3 (B/W 35ppm / Color 35ppm)
Print Acceleration: 4 (B/W 5.9 sec / Color 7.7 sec)
Toner Range: 3 (B/W 30k pages / Color 20k pages)
Paper Capacity: 5 (7,150 sheets)
Affordability: 4 (MSRP $13,244)
Total Score: 3.8
Also scoring a 3.8, the TASKalfa 408ci – successor of the 406ci – offers numerous benefits to businesses looking for an office copier lease. Not only did it rank high for print speed and print acceleration, but at an MSRP of $9,372, it’s a cost-effective option for keeping business operating with efficiency.
Print Speed: 4 (B/W 42ppm / Color 42ppm)
Print Acceleration: 4 (B/W 5.4 sec / Color 6.4 sec)
Toner Range: 3 (B/W 24k pages / Color 18k pages)
Paper Capacity: 3 (3,100 sheets)
Affordability: 5 (MSRP $9,372)
There’s no shortage of dependable commercial copiers for lease in North Carolina. Whether you’re searching for a small business color copier or one that can handle the high-volume printing and copying needs of a larger company, we at Copiers Plus can’t wait to help you identify the perfect solution. Our knowledgeable and helpful team will work with you to pinpoint a device that hits the mark for both your budget and functionality needs, all backed by our outstanding service and technical support. As one of the best copier leasing companies in North Carolina, we’re honored to help businesses increase productivity, efficiency, and security with a top-performing Kyocera color copier. Call 800-648-7081 to speak with a Copiers Plus sales representative about our extensive line of MFP devices and discover how we can help you improve your office’s workflow.
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