Toshiba · Monochrome Multifunction

Toshiba eSTUDIO5528A

55-ppm A3 mono MFP for departments of 40-100 — 1,200-sheet standard capacity, standard 300-sheet single-pass DSDF, 9-inch e-BRIDGE Next touchscreen, 250K duty cycle.

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Print speed
55 ppm color
Paper capacity
5200 sheets
Duplex
Automatic Duplex
Connectivity
Wi-Fi Direct · Wi-Fi · USB · Ethernet
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Toshiba eSTUDIO5528A
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Toshiba eSTUDIO5528A 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 a department or production-style workgroup of 40-100 people that needs 11x17 mono at speed.
  • You print 15,000-30,000 mono pages a month and want a 250,000-page duty cycle for headroom.
  • You scan high volumes daily — the standard 300-sheet single-pass DSDF moves quickly.
  • You want e-BRIDGE Next on the 9-inch panel for app-based scan workflows and home-screen customization.
  • You have a Toshiba dealer for managed print, supplies, and service contracts.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print up to 40,000 pages a month — within duty cycle, plan service intervals accordingly.
  • You print mostly letter/legal but want A3 capability for occasional jobs.
  • You're replacing a Toshiba 557/657 — operators adapt to e-BRIDGE Next quickly.
  • You want fax — adding the optional fax board is straightforward.
  • You need finishing — staple, hole-punch, booklet, and saddle-stitch finishers bolt on.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You need color. Mono only — pick the eSTUDIO 5525AC.
  • You print under 8,000 pages a month — you're overspending on a 55-ppm production engine.
  • You need 65+ ppm — step up to the eSTUDIO 6528A.
  • You need fax out of the box — fax is an option, not standard.
  • You don't have a Toshiba dealer nearby — supplies and contracts run through the dealer channel.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Toshiba e-STUDIO 5528A is a 55-ppm A3 monochrome multifunction printer for departments and production-style workgroups of 40-100 people. Print and copy speed is 55 ppm, paper capacity is 1,200 sheets standard (two 600-sheet drawers) expandable to 3,200 with the LCF, and the rated monthly duty cycle is 250,000 pages. First page out is 3.6 seconds. The 9-inch e-BRIDGE Next color touchscreen runs the same scan and copy workflows as the rest of the 28-series, with scan-to-email, SMB folder, USB, FTP, SharePoint, and cloud destinations. The 300-sheet DSDF (dual-scan document feeder) is standard, not optional, so single-pass duplex scan ships in the box. Auto duplex print is standard. Connectivity is Gigabit Ethernet and USB; Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct are options, with AirPrint and Mopria for mobile. Finishing options include staple, hole-punch, booklet, and saddle-stitch units. The thing buyers regret: paying for 55 ppm and using 25 of it. If your real volume is under 8,000 pages a month, the 3528A or 4528A is the right floor. Mono only, fax is optional, dealer-serviced.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 55 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 55 pages per minute
Duplex printing Automatic Duplex
First page out < 20 seconds
Copy & Scan
Capability Monochrome Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 55 ppm simplex, 27 ppm A3 copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Automatic Duplex
Scanner type Single-pass duplex flatbed
Scan destinations Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, Box, Office 365
Paper
Paper capacity 5200 sheets
Paper size A5 · A4/Letter · Legal · A3/Tabloid
Automatic document feeder 100 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 55000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 223,000 pages/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
Display 10.1 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Production
Manufacturer Toshiba
Model eSTUDIO5528A
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
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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
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Supplies only
Already own one? Just reorder.
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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
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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 eSTUDIO5528A

The printer itself

Toshiba eSTUDIO5528A 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

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TN830XL

High-yield toner BEST VALUE

About 4,500 pages · recommended for most offices

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DR810

Drum unit

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

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Based on 3 verified customer reviews

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What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 3 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging Toshiba machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • ★ "We got this for our small accounting office and it's handled our scanning and copying workload without any issues. The 55 ppm speed keeps things moving, and the touchscreen interface is intuitive enough that our staff didn't need much training."
  • ★ "Works fine for a home office setup, though it's pretty large for a desk. Output quality is solid for both documents and color prints, just don't expect it to be super fast when you're printing a lot at once."
  • ★ "Been using this at our legal firm for about two years now. The automatic feeder works reliably and the duplex printing has cut our paper costs noticeably. Service calls have been minimal."

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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.

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FAQ

Toshiba eSTUDIO5528A, 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 eSTUDIO5528A ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner yields approximately 38,400 to 39,800 pages at 5% coverage. The replacement toner model is the Toshiba T-5528U, which is a high-yield cartridge designed for 39,800 pages. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Toshiba eSTUDIO5528A prints at 55 ppm and has a monthly duty cycle of 250,000 pages, while the eSTUDIO3528A prints at 35 ppm with a duty cycle of 150,000 pages. The 5528A includes a standard 300-sheet DSDF for duplex scanning, whereas the 3528A has a 100-sheet RADF (with an optional 300-sheet DSDF). The 5528A also has a faster first-page-out time (3.6 seconds vs. 4.4 seconds) and higher paper capacity (1,200 sheets standard vs. 600 sheets). For small offices with lower volume needs, the 3528A offers better value.
The Toshiba eSTUDIO5528A is designed for workgroups of 40-100 people with a monthly duty cycle of 250,000 pages, making it ideal for medium to large businesses. Its 55 ppm speed and expandable paper capacity suit high-volume environments. For small businesses with lower print volumes (under 8,000 pages/month), consider stepping up to a commercial option like the Toshiba eSTUDIO3528A or 4528A.
No, the Toshiba eSTUDIO5528A is a monochrome-only printer. For color printing, consider alternatives like the Toshiba eSTUDIO5528AC, eSTUDIO6528AC, or other color MFPs in Toshiba's lineup.
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 eSTUDIO5528A 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 eSTUDIO5528A 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.

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