Toshiba · Monochrome Multifunction

Toshiba e-STUDIO 2528A

A3 mono laser MFP for offices of 10-30 — 25 ppm, 1,200-sheet standard capacity, optional 300-sheet single-pass DSDF, 9" touchscreen, 100,000 pages/mo duty cycle.

0 · 0 verified reviews · Read reviews
Print speed
25 ppm mono
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Automatic Duplex
Connectivity
Bluetooth · Wi-Fi Direct · USB · Wi-Fi · Ethernet
Get a quote Buy supplies Call (888) 574-5120
Free delivery 24-hr quote turnaround Authorized Toshiba reseller Lease or buy outright
In stock
Toshiba e-STUDIO 2528A
Authorized Toshiba reseller Free shipping to 50 states 1-year manufacturer warranty Install guidance by phone 30-day return policy
Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Toshiba e-STUDIO 2528A is actually for

Most printer pages just tell you what a printer does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We sell a lot of these for a reason, but the reason is not "every office."

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You run an office of 10-30 people that needs A3 (11x17) mono printing in volume.
  • You print 2,000-8,000 pages a month and want a machine rated for 100,000.
  • You don't need color — you're not paying for color toner you won't use.
  • You scan multi-page mono documents (legal pleadings, invoices, contracts) and want the optional 300-sheet DSDF.
  • You're standardizing on Toshiba's e-BRIDGE Next platform across the office.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You occasionally need color — you don't, but if it's truly occasional, sending color to a separate desktop printer works fine.
  • You print up to 12,000 pages a month — engine handles it, just expect more frequent maintenance kit replacements.
  • You want Wi-Fi standard — it's optional, plan a ~$200 module add-on.
  • You're replacing an older 256 or 257 — same form factor, much faster first page (4.3s vs 4.7s) and a real touchscreen.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You need color — this is mono only; look at the 2525AC on the same e-BRIDGE Next platform.
  • You print under 500 pages a month — desktop mono A4 MFP is half the cost and footprint.
  • You need 35+ ppm — this is the 25-ppm entry; the 3528A (35 ppm) or 4528A (45 ppm) sit on the same chassis.
  • You scan double-sided originals daily without the DSDF option — the standard config has no ADF, plan to add one.
  • You don't have a Toshiba dealer relationship — channel-only parts and supplies.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Toshiba e-STUDIO 2528A is the 25-ppm A3 monochrome MFP in the current 2528A/3528A/4528A family, built for offices of 10-30 people that need tabloid-size mono printing without paying for color hardware they won't use. It runs 25 ppm in black, prints at 1,200 x 1,200 dpi, and is rated for a 100,000-page monthly duty cycle — realistic comfortable volume is 2,000-8,000 pages a month. Standard paper capacity is 1,200 sheets across two 550-sheet cassettes plus a 100-sheet bypass, expandable to 5,200 with the optional large-capacity feeder. The 9-inch tilting color touchscreen runs e-BRIDGE Next, same UI as the AC color machines — train operators once, move them between devices. First page out is 4.3 seconds, faster than the older 256/257 mono line. Standard connectivity is Gigabit Ethernet and USB 2.0; Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and the dual-scan DSDF (300 sheets) are options worth budgeting for if you scan double-sided originals regularly. The thing buyers regret: skipping the DSDF to save money on the order, then realizing six months later that flatbed scanning multi-page contracts kills the workflow. Spec the DSDF day one.
Get a quote on this model Compare other printers
Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 25 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to pages per minute
Duplex printing Automatic Duplex
First page out < 4.3 seconds
Copy & Scan
Capability Monochrome Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 25 ppm simplex copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Automatic Duplex
Scanner type Optional 300-sheet DSDF or 100-sheet RADF
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Automatic document feeder 100 sheets (RADF) or 300 sheets (DSDF, optional) pages
Recommended monthly volume 15000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 100,000 impressions/month
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax , Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth Bluetooth for wireless peripherals and audio devices
Display 10.1 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Toshiba
Model e-STUDIO 2528A
How you can buy this printer

Buy it, lease it, or just reorder supplies

Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.

Buy outright
One-time payment · yours to keep
Custom quote
Free delivery · 1-yr warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • 4,500-page starter toner included
  • 1-year Toshiba manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
Request purchase quote →
Most small offices
Lease & bundle
36- or 60-month term · toner included
Custom lease quote
Flexible terms · tailored to your volume
  • Printer + unlimited toner bundled
  • Maintenance and parts included
  • Upgrade to a bigger machine anytime
  • Typical lease payment is tax-deductible
  • One predictable monthly bill instead of surprise toner orders
Request lease quote →
Supplies only
Already own one? Just reorder.
Request pricing
Genuine Brother TN830 / TN830XL
  • Genuine Brother TN830 toner (standard yield, ~1,200 pages)
  • Genuine Brother TN830XL toner (high yield, ~4,500 pages)
  • Genuine Brother DR810 drum unit when it's time
  • Free shipping on qualifying orders
  • Auto-reorder option so you never run out mid-job
Order supplies →

Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.

Included with every order

What ships with the Toshiba e-STUDIO 2528A

The printer itself

Toshiba e-STUDIO 2528A in original Toshiba packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 26 x 25.2 x 41.2 inches

Starter toner

Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.

Setup documentation

Toshiba quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.

Setup call (if you want it)

Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.

Supplies & consumables

Toner, yields, and what to actually reorder

The #1 question we get on this printer is "which toner do I buy?" Short answer: you have two cartridge options and a drum. Standard yield TN830 covers roughly 1,200 pages. High yield TN830XL covers roughly 4,500 pages and is the better value for most offices. Pick XL unless you print very little.

The drum unit (DR810) is separate and usually lasts 15,000 to 30,000 pages before it needs replacing. At a typical small office volume, expect to change it once every 2 to 4 years.

If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.

TN830

Standard-yield toner

About 1,200 pages · fits all L2700 / L2750 / L2759 series

Quote
each
TN830XL

High-yield toner BEST VALUE

About 4,500 pages · recommended for most offices

Quote
each
DR810

Drum unit

15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner

Quote
each
Request bulk supplies pricing →
0.0
★★★★★
Based on 0 verified customer reviews

Verified means the customer bought this exact model from us. We don't publish paid or incentivized reviews.

What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 0 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging Toshiba machines. Common threads in the feedback:

Five reviews is a small sample. Want to see hundreds of reviews across our whole catalog? We have a 5.0 average on Google across 1,240+ reviews and an A+ BBB rating. Linked below.

Better Business Bureau
A+ BBB rated
Accredited business
★★★★★
5.0 on Google
1,240+ reviews
G2 verified vendor
G2 verified
Vendor profile
Free quote · no obligation

Get a quote on the Toshiba e-STUDIO 2528A

Tell us how you want to pay (outright, lease, or supplies only) and what volume you run. You'll get a line-item quote back within one business day, from a specialist who actually works on these machines, not a general sales rep.

  • Real pricing, no runaround. Upfront monthly lease rate or outright price, plus shipping and any install add-ons itemized.
  • One business day turnaround. Quotes land in your inbox within 24 hours. Often faster.
  • No credit pull until you say yes. We don't ping your credit to give you a quote. Only if you sign.
  • Volume & bundled supplies. Tell us your monthly print volume and we'll price toner bundling so you don't get surprised.
FAQ

Toshiba e-STUDIO 2528A, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (888) 574-5120 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Toshiba e-STUDIO 2528A ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner typically yields approximately 43,900 pages at 5% coverage. The replacement toner model is the T-3028U, which also yields around 43,900 pages. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Toshiba e-STUDIO 2528A prints at 25 ppm and is rated for a 100,000-page monthly duty cycle, while the eSTUDIO3528A prints at 35 ppm and is rated for a 150,000-page monthly duty cycle. The 2528A has a standard paper capacity of 1,200 sheets, expandable to 5,200, whereas the 3528A holds 600 sheets standard, expandable to 3,200. Both use the same T-3028U toner cartridge. For small offices with lower print volumes, the 2528A offers a cost-effective solution.
Yes, the Toshiba e-STUDIO 2528A is well-suited for small businesses with 10-30 employees, offering a monthly duty cycle of 100,000 pages and a comfortable volume of 2,000-8,000 pages per month. It prints at 25 ppm and includes features like a 9-inch color touchscreen and optional Wi-Fi.
No, the Toshiba e-STUDIO 2528A is a monochrome printer and only prints in black and white. For color printing, consider alternatives like the Toshiba e-STUDIO 356, 456, or 556 series.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (888) 574-5120. A printer specialist responds within one business day with a detailed, itemized quote based on your location, monthly volume, whether you want to buy outright or lease, and any bundled supplies or service. Quotes are free and no obligation. We do not pull credit to issue a quote.
Toshiba includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Toshiba e-STUDIO 2528A when purchased new from an authorized reseller. 1-800 Office Solutions is an authorized Toshiba reseller. Extended warranty and full-service maintenance plans are available through our managed print services bundle, which covers parts, labor, and on-site service for the life of the agreement.
Yes. Free delivery is included on every Toshiba e-STUDIO 2528A order shipped within the continental United States. Most orders ship within 1 to 2 business days and arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Install guidance is available by phone or remote session at no extra cost.

Ready to put this printer to work?

Request a free, no-obligation quote on the Toshiba e-STUDIO 2528A. Lease, buy outright, or just order supplies. Quote in your inbox within one business day. Or call and talk to a specialist right now.

Get my free quote Or call (888) 574-5120