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The best printer is...

The best printer is… the one you don’t notice!

There are 2 situations at work when you notice your printer:

  1. When you’re using it
  2. When it’s not working

In the office, we have daily routines to prioritise our work and workflow systems to meet our deadlines; the hyper-organised will even allow time for the unexpected on each task or project.

The printer you notice the most is the one that’s a disruption to your routines and workflows because it’s not working for one reason or another; you then have to invest time in fixing it, time in which could have gone into hitting that deadline.

The printer you notice the least is the one that will work when you need it and just becomes part of your workflow.

Looking for dependable printers can be difficult, often because dependability and reliability are hard to measure. The best sources for reference to make the most informed decision are from 3rd party testing and reviews by professionals who have assessed the features and stress tested the device.

Buyers Lab is the global document imaging industry’s resource for its unbiased and reliable test data, and its’ Buyers Lab Pick Awards, presented twice annually, are hard-earned and highly-valued accolades. They are based on rigorous testing, including and extensive durability assessment and evaluation of key attributes such as usability, image quality, and value.

The workplace in every industry is different; that is why we have a dedicated team to help you find the right set of products for your business. Explore how Alloys can help you find the right solutions for the needs of your business, speak to us to find out more. 


Here's a few of the latest BLI Buyers Lab Pick Award Winners:


Ricoh SP C340DN A4 COL SFP
Outstanding Colour Printer for Small Workgroups

Ricoh Wins with Low-Cost Colour
Ricoh was recognized for excellence in the small workgroup category. “Flexibility, performance, and affordability are key attributes of the Ricoh SP C340DN and SP C342DN,” said Joe Ellerman, Manager of Lab Operations. “Fast duplex speeds mean users can conserve paper without slowing down, mobile printing adds convenience for modern offices, and operating costs are among the lowest in-class.”


Kyocera ECOSYS M2640idw
Outstanding Multifunction Printer for Small Workgroups

Kyocera Models Keep Small Workgroups Productive
Kyocera was recognized as an outstanding performer in the small workgroup category. “Robust and reliable, the KYOCERA ECOSYS P2040dw and ECOSYS M2640idw are compact, affordable, and gave an exceptional overall performance,” said Tony Maceri, Senior Test Technician for Keypoint Intelligence - Buyers Lab. “And with excellent reliability and simple maintenance procedures, users can expect minimal downtime.”


Brother MFC-L9570 Series
Outstanding Colour Multifunction Printer for SMBs

Brother MFC-L9570 Series: Ideal for Modern SMBs
Brother’s colour MFP was recognized for its robust feature set, strong performance, and low running costs. “The Brother MFC-L9570CDW is a compact and affordable choice for SMBs, offering advanced functionality and maximum productivity through its intuitive design and robust scanning features,” said Marlene Orr, Director of Printer & MFP Analysis for Keypoint Intelligence - Buyers Lab. “With Web Connect, users can print from and scan to various cloud services, while NFC support enables mobile printing and badge authentication.”


Kyocera TASKalfa 4002i
Outstanding 40ppm Copier MFP

Kyocera Workhorses Keep Offices Productive without Breaking the Bank
“Kyocera’s Pick winners proved to be stellar players from which mid- to large-size businesses will certainly benefit,” said Mikolay. “Outstanding reliability, high quality, and fast speeds coupled with smooth integration with various productivity-enhancing, cost-saving, and security-boosting solutions through HyPAS enablement, all at a lower-than-average price, make them an outstanding value proposition.”

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