Xerox vs Lexmark: which professional printer should you choose in 2026?

Updated 27 August 2026 · D&O Partners, official Xerox and Lexmark dealer

Ever since Xerox acquired Lexmark, almost every client has asked us the same question: should I choose a Xerox or a Lexmark printer? Both manufacturers now belong to the same group, yet their ranges, strengths and use cases remain clearly distinct. In this comparison, we review the A4 and A3 line-ups, security, software, costs and company profiles — from the perspective of a dealer that installs and services both brands every day, in Brussels and across Belgium.

The short answer: choose Lexmark for a robust, secure and easy-to-manage A4 fleet (offices, branches, public sector). Choose Xerox for A3 format, high volumes, professional finishing and a broader app ecosystem (ConnectKey, Workflow Central). And since both brands are now part of the same family, you can perfectly combine them in a single fleet, under a single service contract.

Xerox and Lexmark: two brands, one family since 2025

On 1 July 2025, Xerox completed its acquisition of Lexmark in a 1.5-billion-dollar deal. Two leading players in professional printing became one: Xerox brings its heritage in A3 format, production printing and document services; Lexmark, born in 1991 as a spin-off from IBM, brings its reputation for reliability and security in A4. In practice, the Lexmark brand is being retained for now: existing customers keep their contracts, support and familiar consumables, and the transition to a single brand name will be gradual — a shift you can read more about in our article on what the Xerox-Lexmark acquisition means for your business. In June 2026, Xerox even unveiled a new logo and brand identity to mark this next chapter.

For Belgian companies, this merger is good news: instead of comparing two separate distribution networks, you can now evaluate both catalogues side by side — which is exactly what D&O Partners offers. As the official Xerox and Lexmark dealer in Brussels since 1992, we bring both brands together in a single showroom.

Two different DNAs

Xerox: the ecosystem and the power of A3

As the inventor of xerography, Xerox remains the reference for A3 office multifunction printers (the AltaLink range), connected A4 devices (the VersaLink range, such as the VersaLink C415 for small teams) and production presses (PrimeLink, Iridesse). Its trump card is ConnectKey technology, which turns every copier into a genuine workplace assistant with apps for scanning to the cloud, badge authentication with Single Sign-On, and connectors to Microsoft 365, SharePoint or Google Drive. Explore the full Xerox range in Belgium.

Lexmark: robustness and security, from A4 to A3

Lexmark has built an excellent reputation among professionals with compact, fast and durable A4 laser printers, designed to run for years with minimal intervention. Security is built in by design — a decisive argument for organisations that handle sensitive documents. And with the CX95 and CX96 series (colour) and MX95 series (monochrome), Lexmark now also competes in the A3 class, with remote fleet management via Lexmark Cloud Fleet Management.

The range-by-range comparison

Security, software and fleet management

When it comes to security, the two brands complement rather than oppose each other. Lexmark has made “security by design” its signature: locked-down firmware, encryption, disk wiping, and the certifications that public administrations demand. Xerox focuses on access control — pull printing, badge authentication, Single Sign-On — and on cloud platforms such as Xerox Workplace Cloud to apply the same rules across the entire fleet, including for remote workers.

This complementarity is recognised by analysts too: in its 2025 Managed Print Services report, research firm Quocirca ranks Xerox and Lexmark among the market leaders, ahead of most competitors. For a Belgian company, this means neither choice is a gamble: you are investing in two proven platforms that are converging within the same group.

Costs, consumables and total cost of ownership

The purchase price never tells the whole story: what matters is the total cost of ownership (TCO) — toners, maintenance, energy and depreciation included. Lexmark A4 devices shine with their controlled cost per page and endurance; Xerox A3 devices pay off at high volumes and centralise jobs that would otherwise go to an external print shop. In both cases, D&O Partners offers all-in contracts with a transparent cost per page, original toners delivered within 48 hours in Brussels and across Belgium, and automatic replenishment. Whether you buy, rent or lease, the calculation is based on your actual volumes — not on a spec sheet.

Xerox or Lexmark: which profile suits which brand?

Freelancers and SMEs with moderate volumes

An A4 multifunction printer — Lexmark CX/MX or Xerox VersaLink — covers daily printing, copying and scanning with a minimal footprint. The final choice often comes down to the software ecosystem you prefer and the cost per page you negotiate.

Companies with high volumes and finishing needs

As soon as stapling, booklets, A3 or large runs come into play, the Xerox AltaLink range — and beyond it, PrimeLink — naturally takes over. This is also where ConnectKey apps automate document workflows.

Security-demanding sectors

Law firms, notaries, embassies, public administrations: Lexmark’s built-in security and Xerox’s badge-based secure printing both meet strict confidentiality requirements. A mixed fleet is often the best answer: Lexmark A4 in the departments, Xerox A3 in central reprographics.

Why decide with D&O Partners?

D&O Partners is the official Xerox and Lexmark dealer in Brussels, active since 1992 — one of the few partners in Belgium that installs, maintains and finances both brands. Our certified technicians operate across Belgium, in English, French and Dutch, and our showroom lets you test both ranges side by side before you decide. The result: neutral advice between the two brands, because either way, we provide the after-sales service.

Conclusion: the real choice is the right advice

Xerox or Lexmark? In 2026, the question is no longer “which brand is best”, but “which combination matches your volumes, formats and security requirements”. To compare more widely, read our full comparison of professional printer brands in 2026.

Request your free audit or call us on +32 (0)2 643 42 42 — we will recommend the Xerox, Lexmark or mixed solution that fits you best, in Brussels and across Belgium.

FAQ: Xerox vs Lexmark

Will the Lexmark brand disappear after the Xerox acquisition?

No, not in the short term. Since the acquisition was completed on 1 July 2025, the Lexmark brand has been retained and customers keep their usual contracts and support. In time, Xerox plans to operate under a single name, but the transition is gradual and D&O Partners remains your single point of contact throughout.

Xerox or Lexmark: which brand is more secure?

Both rank among the market references. Lexmark is known for security built in by design, highly valued by large organisations and the public sector. Xerox offers badge authentication, Single Sign-On and Xerox Workplace Cloud to secure the entire fleet.

Can I combine Xerox and Lexmark printers in one fleet?

Yes. As both brands belong to the same group, a mixed fleet is perfectly possible — for example, Lexmark A4 in the departments and Xerox A3 in reprographics. D&O Partners manages everything under a single contract, with a transparent cost per page.

Where can I compare Xerox and Lexmark printers in Belgium?

In the D&O Partners showroom in Brussels (Avenue de la Couronne 530-534, 1050 Ixelles), which brings both ranges together in one place: print quality, interfaces and scanning can all be tested in a single visit.

Will Lexmark toners and consumables remain available?

Yes. D&O Partners supplies original Xerox and Lexmark toners, delivered within 48 hours in Brussels and across Belgium, with automatic replenishment available under a service contract.

Which brand should a Belgian SME choose?

For moderate volumes, a Lexmark A4 or a Xerox VersaLink are excellent choices. As soon as A3, finishing or advanced workflows are needed, the Xerox AltaLink range takes the lead. The simplest approach: have your actual volumes audited by D&O Partners.