Buy, lease or rent?
Laptops are slow, batteries die, and the end of Windows 10 support forces action. How should new devices come in: buy, lease, or rent as a full package (Device as a Service)? There's no universal answer; it depends on liquidity, team size and how much effort you want to carry.
The three models
Buying
- Pros: full control, no ongoing contracts, use devices as long as they last.
- Cons: high one-off cost; setup, repair and disposal are on you.
- Fits if: you have liquidity and want long use.
Leasing
- Pros: predictable costs, liquidity preserved, planned replacement.
- Cons: usually higher total cost, service often not included, contract commitment.
- Fits if: you want regular renewal but organise service yourself.
Device as a Service (DaaS)
Devices, setup, warranty, repair service and take-back come as one monthly package. One example is Lenovo 360, which we offer as an authorised partner.
- Pros: one contract, replacements arranged, take-back and data wiping included.
- Cons: commitment, less choice.
- Fits if: you have little time for device care.
What to watch with any model
- Lifecycle: three to five years is typical for business laptops.
- Business models instead of consumer devices.
- Warranty and on-site service.
- Secure data wiping with a deletion certificate.
- Uniformity: few identical models simplify management.
- Tax: ask your tax adviser.
Quick guide
- Few devices, capital, in-house IT knowledge: buy.
- Regular renewal, own service: lease.
- No IT contact, want predictability: Device as a Service.
FAQ
Isn't renting always more expensive? On hardware alone often yes; include time for setup, repairs and disposal and the picture changes.
Can I mix models? Yes.
Conclusion
The right procurement mainly saves time and hassle. What matters most is a plan: how many devices, for how long and who takes care. Get in touch to work through your options.
