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When you're investing in a new printer, it’s natural to ask: How long should it last? The truth is, a high-quality printer – especially from trusted brands like Lexmark and Brother – should last at least five years. If your printer is wearing out or being replaced every 18 to 36 months, the problem might not be your printing habits, but the quality of the machine itself – and how it’s being managed.
The 3-Year Replacement Myth
Many large suppliers or sales-driven companies often push upgrades every three years. Why? Because selling new machines generates profit – even when your current printer still has plenty of life left in it. We’ve seen cases where clients on a five-year contract are urged to upgrade after just 3.5 years. That’s not only unnecessary, but also costly and wasteful.
At Archway Business Solutions, we do things differently. We believe your printer should last as long as the service contract – and then some. We've had printers in the field running reliably for up to 10 years with proper maintenance.
Quality vs. Cost: Cheap Isn’t Always Cheerful
Budget printers often seem like a good deal upfront, but they’re rarely built to last. They come with expensive consumables, poor support, and are often replaced after a short life span. Over time, this revolving door of cheap machines adds up – financially and environmentally.
By contrast, professional-grade A4 printers from manufacturers like Lexmark and Brother are built with longevity in mind. When a finance company is confident enough to offer 5- or even 6-year leases, you know the machine can go the distance.
The Rise of Reliable A4 Desktop Printers
Post-COVID, the way we work has changed. People are printing less, and many now prefer having a smaller, more reliable desktop printer nearby, instead of walking to a centralised office copier. And thanks to recent advances, today's A4 printers are more reliable than ever – with longer-lasting parts, fewer jams, and smarter servicing needs.
Even better? You don’t need to go through a big-name manufacturer or online store to get them.
Where Should You Buy Your Printer?
Printer servicing companies – like us – now have access to the same pricing on genuine toner that large manufacturers do. That means we can offer you:
• The same upfront cost as an online supplier
• Full support, genuine toner, and ongoing servicing
• A managed print agreement with predictable costs and no surprise breakdowns
This isn’t just more convenient – it’s also more sustainable. Instead of sending another printer to landfill after 2 years, you get a machine that can serve your business for 5 to 10 years.
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