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Ricoh M C251FW

Compact small-office color laser MFP for 1-10 users — 26 ppm B&W / 25 ppm color, 50-sheet single-pass duplex feeder, 4.3" color touchscreen, 250-sheet tray (751 max), built-in Wi-Fi and NFC, standard fax, 65,000 page/month duty cycle.

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Print speed
26 ppm color
Paper capacity
751 sheets
Duplex
Automatic Duplex
Connectivity
Wi-Fi · Wi-Fi Direct · USB · Ethernet
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Ricoh MC251FW
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Ricoh M C251FW 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 small office or branch of 1-10 people that needs color print, copy, scan, and fax in a compact desktop footprint.
  • You print 500-3,000 pages a month, mostly business documents with regular color (proposals, marketing, reports).
  • You scan two-sided originals regularly — the 50-sheet single-pass duplex feeder beats the reversing ADFs in this class.
  • You want one optional tray — the 500-sheet TK1220 paper feed unit bumps capacity to 751 sheets total.
  • You need Wi-Fi out of the box plus NFC for tap-to-print from mobile devices.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print up to 5,000 pages a month — the 65,000 page/month duty cycle covers you, but you'll be replacing toner more often than ideal at that volume.
  • You need a second optional tray — only one optional tray supported (TK1220), so max capacity is 751 sheets.
  • You're moving from an HP MFP — the 4.3" color touchscreen is functional but smaller than what you may be used to.
  • You scan to network folder occasionally — works fine, 21 ipm B&W and 12 ipm color through the SPDF.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You print more than 5,000 pages a month — get a faster device. The IM C530FB (55 ppm) or M C320FW (32 ppm) are both better fits.
  • You need 11x17 (tabloid/A3) — this is letter/legal max. Look at the IM C6010 instead.
  • You need finishing — no staple, hole-punch, or booklet options on this chassis.
  • You need a built-in HDD for held jobs — only 256 MB standard memory.
  • You want the tablet-class Smart Operation Panel found on the bigger Ricoh IM C series — this is a smaller, simpler 4.3" touchscreen.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Ricoh M C251FW is a compact small-office color laser multifunction built for 1-10 person teams that need color print, copy, scan, and fax in a desktop footprint. It runs at 26 ppm in black and 25 ppm in color, with print resolution up to 2,400 x 600 dpi. The 50-sheet single-pass document feeder handles two-sided originals in one pass — a real differentiator vs. the reversing ADFs on competitors at this price point. Standard paper input is 250 sheets plus 1-sheet bypass, expandable to 751 with the optional 500-sheet TK1220 paper feed unit (only one optional tray supported). The 4.3" color touchscreen is functional, not the tablet-class Smart Operation Panel found on the floor-standing IM C series. Standard connectivity is 10/100 Ethernet plus 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, and NFC — built in, no optional adapter required. AirPrint and Mopria are standard. Duty cycle is rated at 65,000 pages a month. The thing buyers regret: thinking the 26 ppm rating means it'll handle real volume. At 4,000+ pages a month the toner economics get rough on the AIO cartridge format (6,300-6,900 page yields). Right call as a true small-office workhorse; wrong call as a workgroup MFP for any team over 10 people.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 26 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 26 pages per minute
Duplex printing Automatic Duplex
First page out < 9.4s (B/W), 9.8s (Color)
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 25 ppm (A4) / 26 ppm (Letter) copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Automatic Duplex
Scanner type Single Pass Document Feeder (SPDF)
Scan destinations E-mail, Folder, USB
Paper
Paper capacity 751 sheets
Paper size A5 · A4/Letter · Legal
Automatic document feeder 50 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 500 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 65,000 prints
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 4.3 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Desktop
Usage class Personal
Manufacturer Ricoh
Model MC251FW
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 Ricoh 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 Ricoh M C251FW

The printer itself

Ricoh M C251FW in original Ricoh packaging. Desktop form factor, roughly 420 x 493 x 473 mm

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

Ricoh 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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4.3
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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 Ricoh machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • ★ "Been using this for our small office for about 8 months now. The color output is sharp and the wireless connectivity works reliably. Toner costs are reasonable compared to what we were paying before."
  • ★ "Good multifunction printer for the price. Scanning to email is convenient, though the learning curve on the menu system took a bit. Paper tray capacity could be larger for our volume."
  • ★ "Upgraded from an older Brother model and this Ricoh handles our mixed printing and copying needs way better. Fast enough for our workload and the build quality feels solid."

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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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  • Volume & bundled supplies. Tell us your monthly print volume and we'll price toner bundling so you don't get surprised.
FAQ

Ricoh M C251FW, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (386) 261-8323 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Ricoh M C251FW ships with a starter toner cartridge that yields approximately 1,000 black and white prints and 1,000 color prints. For higher volume needs, you can upgrade to high-yield replacement toners: Black (408336) yields 6,900 pages, while Cyan (408337), Magenta (408338), and Yellow (408339) each yield 6,300 pages. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Ricoh M C251FW is a compact color laser multifunction printer designed for small offices (1-10 users), offering 26 ppm in black and 25 ppm in color, with a 65,000-page monthly duty cycle. In contrast, the Ricoh IM 3500 is a floor-standing monochrome MFP built for mid-size workgroups (15-50 users), delivering 35 ppm in black and white and a 100,000-page monthly duty cycle. The IM 3500 features a larger 10.1-inch Smart Operation Panel, higher paper capacity (expandable to 4,700 sheets), and advanced scanning capabilities (240 ipm duplex), while the M C251FW is more suited for small offices needing color printing in a desktop footprint. For small offices, the M C251FW is the better value due to its compact size and color capabilities.
Yes, the Ricoh M C251FW is well-suited for small businesses with 1-10 users, offering color printing, copying, scanning, and faxing at speeds of 26 ppm (black) and 25 ppm (color). Its compact design, 50-sheet single-pass document feeder, and expandable paper capacity (up to 751 sheets) make it ideal for small office environments. However, if your monthly volume exceeds 4,000 pages, consider stepping up to a commercial option for better toner economics.
Yes, the Ricoh M C251FW is a color laser multifunction printer that supports full-color printing, copying, scanning, and faxing. It delivers high-quality color output with a resolution of up to 2,400 x 600 dpi, making it ideal for small businesses needing vibrant color documents.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (386) 261-8323. 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.
Ricoh includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Ricoh M C251FW when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Smart Technologies is an authorized Ricoh 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 Ricoh M C251FW 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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