# Printer/Copier Question

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**Category:** Factual Questions\
**Created:** [September 23, 2003, 3:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/printer-copier-question/203330 "2003-09-23T15:02:40Z")\
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**Post date:** [September 23, 2003, 3:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/printer-copier-question/203330/1 "2003-09-23T15:02:40Z")

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Hello All

I am looking to purchase/lease a color laser printer/copier for my office (based out of my home.)

What I am looking for specifically is a fast, high resolution printer with a low cost per page.  
(pref. under $.15 excl. paper cost)

Ideally, it could handle 11x17 full bleed, or 14x18 with up to .5" bleed, with stock weights up to 80-110#

Could anyone suggest a brand or model that is:

a) reasonably priced  
b) low maintenance  
c) relatively small in size  
d) relatively low in wattage/power consumption?

I’ve done a fair of amount of general research, what I’m looking for is recommendations based upon personal experience.

Also, buy or lease?

Thanks in advance!