Choosing Between Copier Auctions and Online Store: A Buyer’s Guide

When it comes to acquiring copiers for your business, you have several options, each with its own set of advantages and considerations. Two popular methods are purchasing copiers through our eCommerce storefront or through our weekly auction. Both avenues offer great savings and access to a wide range of equipment. To help you make an informed decision, let’s explore the key factors to consider when choosing between auction and our online store. 

Understanding Copier Auctions 

Our weekly auction can be a dynamic environment where you bid against other buyers for equipment in select internal and good external condition. Here’s what to keep in mind: 

1. Price Flexibility: Our auctions can sometimes result in lower prices due to competitive bidding. However, prices can also escalate quickly depending on demand. You may choose to bid on items or buy items immediately at their “buy it now” price. 
2. Condition and Inspection: Our auctions provide detailed condition reports including meter, color meter and pictures from every angle. It’s essential to review these thoroughly. 
3. Speed of Acquisition: Our auctions run weekly and when they close our order management team will reach out to buyers to arrange payment. 

Opting for Online Store  

Buying copiers directly via our online storefront offers a different set of benefits and considerations: 

1. Product Availability: RSI maintains an extensive inventory of copiers and major brands, providing a wide selection in various conditions and configurations all with meter, color meter, internal and external condition, and comments on each machine. 
2. Price Transparency: Prices are typically fixed and listed on each item posted, offering clarity on costs upfront without the uncertainty of bidding dynamics. 
3. Condition: We provide detailed product descriptions and condition assessments for each machine. This transparency helps ensure you know what you're purchasing. 

Key Considerations for Decision-Making 

When deciding between auction and online store, consider the following factors: 

• Budget: Determine your budget constraints and compare pricing structures from both auction listings and online store offerings. 
• Specific Needs: Assess your business’s specific copier requirements, such as volume capacity, printing speed, color capabilities, and additional features like scanning or duplexing. 

Whether you choose to purchase copiers through our auction or directly from our online store depends on your business’s specific needs, budget, and preferences. Auctions offer potential cost savings and a dynamic bidding environment, while our online storefront provides fixed pricing and product transparency. By carefully evaluating these factors and understanding the advantages of each approach, you can make a confident decision that aligns with your business’s operational requirements and financial objectives.