Coffee Machine Rental vs Lease: Which Is Right for Your Business?
Same premium bean-to-cup machines, same UK-based installation, training and support — the difference comes down to cost and ownership. Compare the two options below, then head through to full pricing and details on whichever suits your business.
Rental and Lease to Own, Compared
Both options include free installation, on-site training, 24-hour support and next-day callouts as standard. Here's what's different.
Coffee Machine Rental
Pay a fixed monthly amount for the use of your machine, with no ownership at the end.
- OwnershipNo ownership at the end — renew, upgrade or return the machine
- Monthly cost£89–£250 per month, depending on machine and usage
- Upfront costNone
- Finance requiredNo — a straightforward monthly rental agreement
- Best forBusinesses who want maximum flexibility and to keep equipment off the balance sheet
Coffee Machine Lease to Own
Your monthly payments work towards owning the machine outright at the end of the term.
- OwnershipMachine is yours at the end of the agreed term
- Monthly cost£89–£250 per month, depending on machine and usage
- Upfront costNone
- Finance requiredYes — via Shire Leasing, subject to eligibility
- Best forBusinesses who want to build towards owning their equipment
A quick way to decide
Lean towards rental if...
You'd rather avoid finance applications, want to keep the machine off your balance sheet, or expect to upgrade your machine as your team grows. Most offices, cafes and gyms who want a simple monthly cost choose rental.
Lean towards leasing if...
You'd like to own the machine outright once the agreement ends, and you're happy to go through a short finance application with Shire Leasing. Many established businesses prefer lease to own for this reason.
Still not sure? Get in touch and we'll talk through your business's needs — there's no pressure either way.
Rental vs lease to own FAQs
Monthly costs are typically the same for both — £89 to £250 per month depending on the machine. The difference is what happens at the end: with rental there's nothing further to pay but no ownership, while with lease to own your payments work towards owning the machine outright. Which is "cheaper" depends on whether you value ownership at the end of the term.
If your business needs change, get in touch and we'll talk through your options. In many cases we can move you from rental onto a lease to own agreement, or the other way round, when an existing term ends.
Yes. Both options include the same free installation, on-site training, 24-hour support line and next-day callouts. The service and machine quality is identical — only the payment structure and end-of-term outcome differ.
Rental is often preferred by businesses who want to keep equipment off the balance sheet and treat it as a simple monthly running cost. Lease to own works towards an asset you'll own outright. We'd always recommend checking with your accountant for advice specific to your business.
Ready to Get Started?
Book a free demo and taste test, or dive into the full details for whichever option suits your business.