Best Color Multifunction Printers for Businesses in 2024

August 13, 2024 by Drew Smith

Copiers Plus helps North Carolina businesses of all sizes find the perfect copier lease for their office’s daily demands. Whether your workplace needs vibrant color printing, fast output, a budget-friendly device – or all of the above – our team will help you find the right match. In this article, we break down the differences between Kyocera’s best color multifunctional printers (MFP) based on print speed, print acceleration, toner range, paper capacity, and affordability. See which commercial MFP was awarded the #1 spot!

Best Commercial Color Multifunction Printers

A floor standing KYOCERA ECOSYS MA4000cix color multi-function printer with 4 paper trays.

1st Place: KYOCERA ECOSYS MA4000cix

Total Score: 4.2

Both the ECOSYS MA4000cix, Kyocera’s most recent version of the M6235cidn, and the ECOSYS MA4000cifx (our 2nd place winner) showed excellent results across the board. However, the MA4000cix won the battle for 1st place because its more affordable MSRP. With a total average score of 4.2 out of 5, the MA4000cix proved itself one of the top color multifunction printers for lease in North Carolina and is sure to shine in any workplace!

Print Speed: 4 (B/W 42ppm / Color 42ppm)

First, let’s talk print speed. This device came in just under the cut-off for the highest rating with output of up to 42 pages per minute for both monochrome and color printing. With that quickness, this MFP truly delivers.

Print Acceleration: 4 (B/W 5.4 sec / Color 6.6 sec)

The MA4000cix also earned a 4 out of 5 for print acceleration. Capable of achieving an acceleration of 5.4 seconds for black-and-white copies and 6.6 seconds for color, it hits the mark for small, medium, and large workplaces.

Toner Range: 4 (B/W 13k pages / Color 10k pages)

Boasting toner ranges of 13 thousand pages for black-and-white prints and 10 thousand for color, this color copier and printer keeps offices operating effortlessly. With its efficient printing and our automated toner replenishment, you can stay focused on your job, not on refilling the toner.

Paper Capacity: 5 (2,000 sheets)

The MA4000cix earned top marks in this category based on its ability to hold up to 2,000 sheets of paper. That’s sure to keep the documents flowing and your business’s productivity through the roof!

Affordability: 4 (MSRP $4,585)

An MSRP of $4,585 boosted this device into 1st place and makes it a cost-effective solution for businesses from Wilmington to Asheville, and everywhere in between.

A KYOCERA ECOSYS MA4000cifx color multi-function printer

2nd Place: KYOCERA ECOSYS MA4000cifx

Total Score: 4.2 

Kyocera’s ECOSYS MA4000cifx, successor to the ECOSYS M6635cidn, put up a valiant fight for the title of best commercial printer. Earning impressive scores in all five categories, it’s easy to see why this color copy machine and printer appeals to businesses, providing efficiency and innovation at every turn.

Print Speed: 4 (B/W 42ppm / Color 42ppm)

Like the MA4000cix, the MA4000cifx excels with output speeds of up to 42 pages per minute. No matter the needs of your office, this MFP keeps your workflow smooth and steady.

Print Acceleration: 4 (B/W 5.4 sec / Color 6.6 sec)

Offices of all sizes will find that the MA4000cifx brings speed and efficiency to their workplace, due in part to its outstanding print acceleration. It ramps up at a rate of 5.4 seconds for monochrome and 6.6 seconds for color prints.

Toner Range: 4 (B/W 13k pages / Color 10k pages)

A toner range of 13 thousand pages for black-and-white copies and 10 thousand pages for color earned the MA4000cifx a score of 4 out of 5 in this category. That means you’ll spend less time focused on reordering toner and more time dedicated to building your business.

Paper Capacity: 5 (2,000 sheets)

Whether you’re turning out large print jobs or just a few each day, the MA4000cifx keeps you printing with a paper capacity of up to 2,000 sheets.

Affordability: 4 (MSRP $5,349)

Though it lost the tiebreaker for 1st place because of its higher MSRP, the MA4000cifx remains a budget-friendly MFP device that NC companies can count on to streamline daily tasks and increase productivity.

A KYOCERA ECOSYS MA3500cifx color multi-function printer with 2 paper trays.

3rd Place: KYOCERA ECOSYS MA3500cifx

Total Score: 4

The 3rd place spot in our head-to-head comparison of color MFPs belongs to the KYOCERA ECOSYS MA3500cifx. Next in line to the ECOSYS M6630cdn, this color office printer earned 4 out of 5 on the ranking scale and it’s easy to see why. For companies in need of an affordable commercial copier lease and reliable printer, this device offers power, functionality, and innovation.

Print Speed: 3 (B/W 37ppm / Color 37ppm)

Print speeds of up to 37 pages per minute ensure the ECOSYS MA3500cifx provides functionality and efficiency to Copiers Plus customers across the state.

Print Acceleration: 4 (B/W 5.7 sec / Color 7 sec)

Need documents fast? The MA3500cifx pumps out the first page of your file within 5.7 seconds for black-and-white prints and 7 seconds for color.

Toner Range: 4 (B/W 7k pages / Color 5k pages)

Opt for convenience – and continually vibrant colors – with this color multifunctional printer. Touting a toner range of between five thousand and seven thousand pages, the MA3500cifx guarantees the prints keep coming day-after-day.

Paper Capacity: 5 (2,000 sheets)

Not to be outdone by the top two competitors, the MA3500cifx also holds up to 2,000 sheets in the paper tray – plenty of breathing room for your biggest print jobs!

Affordability: 4 (MSRP $4,011)

Once again, MSRP determined which color MFP made it to the winner’s circle, and which just missed the cut. Though both the ECOSYS MA3500cifx and the TASKalfa MA4500ci earned a total average score of 4, the MA3500cifx’s commitment to affordability propelled it to the 3rd place title.

Additional Top-Rated Color Multifunction Printers Compared

A floor standing KYOCERA TASKalfa MA4500ci Color Multifunction Printer with 5 paper trays.

KYOCERA TASKalfa MA4500ci

Total Score: 4

Kyocera’s TASKalfa MA4500ci is the first in its line and narrowly missed making the top three in this battle between color MFP devices. Boasting the highest paper capacity of the group, as well as remarkable scores for print speed, print acceleration, and toner range, the MA4500ci not only improves office workflow, but also optimizes daily printing tasks.  

Print Speed: 4 (B/W 47ppm / Color 47ppm)

Print Acceleration: 4 (B/W 5.1 sec / Color 6.2 sec)

Toner Range: 4 (B/W 20k pages / Color 13k pages)

Paper Capacity: 5 (2,850 sheets)

Affordability: 3 (MSRP $8,747)

KYOCERA ECOSYS M8124cidn

Total Score: 3.4

The ECOSYS M8124cidn brings speed and convenience to NC businesses interested in a reliable office copier lease. Successor to the ECOSYS FS-C8520MFP, this device is known not only for its small footprint, but for its high-quality color prints and unparalleled functionality.

Print Speed: 2 (B/W 24ppm / Color 24ppm)

Print Acceleration: 4 (B/W 7.5 sec / Color 10.2 sec)

Toner Range: 4 (B/W 12k pages / Color 6k pages)

Paper Capacity: 4 (1,600 sheets)

Affordability: 3 (MSRP $8,338)

KYOCERA ECOSYS M8130cidn

Total Score: 3.4

Next up, let us introduce you to the ECOSYS M8130cidn. Successor to Kyocera’s ECOSYS FS-C8525MFP, this color printer is tough to beat when it comes to print acceleration, toner range, and paper capacity. Also equipped with Kyocera’s award-winning ECOSYS technology, it’s a great solution for every office space!

Print Speed: 3 (B/W 30ppm / Color 30ppm)

Print Acceleration: 4 (B/W 6.5 sec / Color 8.3 sec)

Toner Range: 4 (B/W 12k pages / Color 6k pages)

Paper Capacity: 4 (1,600 sheets)

Affordability: 2 (MSRP $9,633)

KYOCERA ECOSYS M5526cdw

Total Score: 3

The KYOCERA ECOSYS M5526cdw is making waves as the first color printer in its series and has hit the ground running with solid rankings for print acceleration and toner range. Coupled with an MSRP of only $2,476, it’s a dependable and affordable desktop printer that will keep businesses operating efficiently.

Print Speed: 2 (B/W 27ppm / Color 27ppm)

Print Acceleration: 3 (B/W 9.5 sec / Color 10.5 sec)

Toner Range: 3 (B/W 4k pages / Color 3k pages)

Paper Capacity: 2 (550 sheets)

Affordability: 5 (MSRP $2,476)

A KYOCERA ECOSYS MA2100cwfx color multi-function printer with 2 paper trays.

KYOCERA ECOSYS MA2100cwfx

Total Score: 3

Compact and versatile, the ECOSYS MA2100cwfx boasts a smart design tailored to meet the needs of modern companies. It’s the reinvention of Kyocera’s ECOSYS M5521cdw and with the lowest MSRP in the color MFP category, this budget-friendly device has the daily copying and printing needs of your small business handled!

Print Speed: 2 (B/W 22ppm / Color 22ppm)

Print Acceleration: 3 (B/W 11 sec / Color 12.5 sec)

Toner Range: 3 (B/W 2.8k pages / Color 2.4k pages)

Paper Capacity: 2 (550 sheets)

Affordability: 5 (MSRP $1,501)

Choosing a Color Multifunction Printer for Your Business

 Copiers Plus is dedicated to helping North Carolina businesses grow by providing cutting-edge technology and efficient workflow solutions. But we’re more than a copier leasing company; we help businesses develop strategies that improve processes, boost productivity, and manage the secure movement of documents. From small business printing needs to large-volume printing, our team has a tailored solution for you. Copiers Plus partners with the industry’s leading brands to offer the best business copiers and multifunction printers. Combined with our unmatched customer service, attention to detail, and years of expertise, companies in North Carolina can rest assured we’ll guide them to a winning document and information management solution. To get in touch with a Copiers Plus sales representative, call 800-648-7081. We’re eager to tell you more about our extensive range of printers and see how we can streamline your day-to-day operations.

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