Lease or buy a coffee machine London: The Jar’s guide for workplaces and venues

Great coffee is no longer just a perk in London workplaces and venues, it’s an expectation. Whether you manage an office, gym, hotel, or event space, having the right coffee machine setup makes a huge difference to your team, customers and venue culture.

If you’re exploring coffee machine options but aren’t quite sure whether to lease or buy a machine outright, you’re in the right place. The Jar offers both flexible leasing plans and outright purchase options to help you find the best fit for your budget, space, and daily coffee needs. View our wide range of coffee machines London here.

Lease a coffee machine London – flexible and hassle-free

Do you want flexibility, hassle-free maintenance, and no large upfront cost? Leasing allows you to spread the cost of your coffee machine into manageable weekly payments. It’s a practical option for London businesses where cash flow and convenience matter. The Jar offers low weekly rentals and a range of packages that include:

• Installation and on-site training anywhere within the M25

• 12-month on-site parts & labour warranty

• Water tank filter

• Cleaning materials

• Milk system fridge

  
  

Advantages of leasing a coffee machine:

• Low upfront cost which is perfect when managing setup expenses in London’s competitive business environment.

• Easy upgrades allow you to adapt as your footfall or team grows.

• Predictable costs of simple, fixed weekly payments.

• Lease payments for the coffee machine may qualify as a business expense, providing potential accounting benefits.

  
  

Downsides of leasing a coffee machine:

• You don’t own the machine so it must be returned or renewed at the end of your term.

• The long-term, total payments may exceed the purchase price.

  
  

So, coffee machine leasing might be the best option for gyms, co-working spaces, hotels, salons, and fast-growing London offices that want high-quality coffee without large upfront costs or maintenance worries. Learn more about leasing a coffee machine London here.

Buying a coffee machine London – a long-term investment

Would you prefer to invest in your own equipment that you plan on keeping for a longer time? The Jar’s commercial coffee machines are all available to purchase outright, giving you full ownership and control.

Advantages of buying a coffee machine:

• It’s yours! You own the asset and there are no ongoing rental fees.

• The overall cost will be lower if you keep your machine for several years.

• You have full control over features, setup, maintenance etc.

  
  

Downsides of buying a coffee machine:

• Higher upfront cost, which in London can hit the budget hard.

• Less flexibility if your coffee machine needs change.

  
  

So, buying a coffee machine might be the best option for highly established London venues or businesses who are prepared for a long-term investment and have a consistent drink demand.

Modern Bestir coffee machine setup in a stylish London venue, equipped with a variety of Monin syrups and neatly arranged green paper cups.

The Jar bean-to-cup coffee machine cost comparison

As an example, The Jar’s Besitr BM30/BM40 bean-to-cup coffee machine costs £2734 (inc. VAT) to buy outright. If leased, the machine will cost you £52.57 per week (roughly £210 per month), including installation, training, a 12-month on-site warranty, and cleaning materials.

After around around 12–13 months of leasing, you’ll have paid the equivalent of the purchase price. So, if you plan to use the same machine for three years or more, buying could save money overall. But if you value predictable costs, included maintenance, and upgrade options, leasing is the recommended and more flexible choice. You can learn more about The Jar’s Bestir coffee machine London range here.

Key questions to help you decide

Considering a coffee machine for your venue? Below are the key questions to help you decide whether leasing or buying is right for you.

• How long will you need the coffee machine?

• Would you rather pay for the coffee machine upfront or spread the cost?

• How important is included servicing and maintenance of the coffee machine?

• Do you expect your coffee demand to grow or change?

  
  

Whether you decide to lease or buy, The Jar is your go to coffee machine solution London

If you’re upgrading your office, opening a new venue, or simply want better coffee for your team, The Jar makes it easy. We provide coffee machine leasing and purchase options across London, with expert installation, ongoing maintenance, and ethically sourced beans.

Simply give us a call and we’ll make our best recommendations based on your workplace or venue’s coffee machine requirements.