Xerox Proficio PX300 & PX500 vs Fujifilm Revoria SC285 & EC2100: The Truth Behind the Badge
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They share the same engineering platform, the same toner, and the same print heads. But which one is right for your business and does the badge you buy actually matter?
If you have been searching for a comparison between the Xerox Proficio PX300 and the Fujifilm Revoria SC285 or the PX500 and the Revoria EC2100 you are not alone. These are among the most searched production press comparisons right now, and for very good reason.
The machines share a great deal in common. Xerox and Fujifilm have a long and well documented history as strategic partners, and these presses are the latest expression of that relationship. The Proficio PX300 is built on the same engine platform as the Revoria SC285S, and the Proficio PX500 shares its foundations with the Revoria EC2100S. Same print heads. Same toner. Same core specifications.
But here is the thing that does not make the decision simple. The press you choose has real implications for software, service, support, and ultimately the return on your investment. That is what this piece is actually about.
Same engineering platform. Same toner. Same print heads. But the badge you choose or who you partner with has real world consequences for your business - and that is where the decision gets interesting.
01 - The Shared Foundation: What You Get With Either Press
Before we look at differences, it is worth understanding just how much common ground there is between these two families of press.
Specification | Xerox Proficio | Fujifilm Revoria |
Speed (85ppm model) | PX300 - 85 ppm A4 | SC285/SC285S 85 ppm A4 |
Speed (100ppm model) | PX500 - 100 ppm A4 | EC2100/EC2100S 100 ppm A4 |
Resolution | 2400 x 2400 dpi | 2400 x 2400 dpi |
Media weight range | 52gsm to 400gsm | 52gsm to 400gsm |
Maximum sheet size | 330 x 1,300 mm | 330 x 1,300 mm |
5th colour option | Yes | Yes (S models) |
Print server options | Fiery FS700X | Revoria Flow or Fiery SC21/SC22C |
The headline specifications are identical because the engineering beneath them is identical. Both machines use Fujifilm's LED print heads - reduced to 1/12th of the size of the previous generation - achieving 2400dpi resolution in a remarkably compact footprint. Both handle the full 52gsm to 400gsm media range at full speed, and both offer the optional fifth colour station, which is where these presses start to get genuinely exciting for print providers.
What is the fifth colour station? Both the Proficio and the Revoria S-models offer a dedicated fifth colour station alongside CMYK. Options include clear, low-gloss clear, fluorescent pink, gold, silver, and white, enabling premium embellishments such as spot UV effects and metallic finishes, all in a single pass. For print providers looking to offer higher margin, differentiated applications, this is one of the most compelling features on either press.
02 - The Real Differences: Where the Two Paths Diverge
Here is where it genuinely matters which press you choose.
Feature | Xerox Proficio PX300/PX500 | Fujifilm Revoria SC285/EC2100 |
Print Server | Fiery FS700X - the latest generation platform | Choice of Revoria Flow DFE or Fiery SC21/SC22C - the previous generation FS600 platform |
Workflow Software | Xerox FreeFlow - enterprise-grade automation with deep job management and production scheduling | Revoria Flow DFE - capable and tightly integrated, though less feature rich for complex environments |
Personalisation | XMPie variable data printing integration available - one of the most powerful personalised print platforms in the industry | No equivalent XMPie integration as standard |
AI / Analytics | Xerox AI-assisted production analytics and know-how tools built in | Print Inspection System for quality control - strong on accuracy, less focus on AI-driven analytics |
Colour Management | Xerox colour science heritage, integrated with Fiery colour tools | Fujifilm colour management drawing on their photographic background both are strong |
Service Network | Extensive UK service network with Xerox-trained engineers nationally | Smaller footprint - coverage varies significantly by region |
Quality Inspection | Inline print inspection available - detects streaks, defects, barcode errors in real time | Smart Monitoring Gate D1 - inline colour and registration checking available as option |
One important clarification on print servers: Fujifilm offers Fiery as an option on the Revoria range, not just its own Revoria Flow platform. However, the Xerox Proficio runs on the newer Fiery FS700X platform, while the Fujifilm Revoria is paired with the Fiery FS600 Pro or FS600 the previous generation. For operators who rely on Fiery tools, that difference in platform maturity is worth factoring in.
03 - The Service Question: Why This Matters More Than You Think
In production & commercial print, the machine is only part of the story. When something goes wrong and at production print volumes, eventually something will. What happens next determines whether you make your deadlines or miss them.
This is an area where the Xerox Proficio carries a genuine and meaningful advantage for most UK buyers. Xerox has built one of the most comprehensive service and support networks in the UK print industry over several decades. Their engineers are trained specifically on production equipment, and response times are contractually backed. When you factor in that the majority of the engineers who worked on the Versant series, which the Proficio replaces have transferable knowledge of the underlying shared engine platform, you are getting the best of both worlds: Xerox grade service infrastructure applied to a proven and well understood print engine.
Fujifilm's UK service network, whilst improving, is still considerably smaller. Depending on your location, response times and engineer availability can vary significantly. For a business running high volume production schedules where every hour of downtime is costly, this is not a minor consideration.
When your press goes down at 10am on a Friday before a 6am Saturday run, you do not care about the badge on the machine. You care about how quickly an engineer arrives.
04 - Software Stack: The Underrated Difference Maker
If you are running a commercial print operation, an in-plant print room, or a marketing services bureau, the software ecosystem around your press can be as commercially important as the hardware itself.
The Xerox Proficio brings FreeFlow into the picture - a mature, enterprise-level workflow automation platform that handles job submission, imposition, preflight, and production scheduling at scale. For businesses processing high volumes of jobs from multiple sources, this kind of automation directly impacts labour costs and throughput.
The XMPie integration is also significant. Variable data printing - personalised direct mail, one-to-one marketing campaigns, individualised packaging - is one of the highest-margin segments in digital print. XMPie makes it genuinely accessible, and having it natively supported by your press manufacturer and dealer network is a real advantage.
The Fujifilm Revoria Flow platform is capable and well-integrated with the engine. For operators who want simplicity and a tight ecosystem, it is a solid choice. But if your business is growing towards more complex, automated, or personalised workflows, the Xerox ecosystem has more headroom.
05 - Who Should Choose Which
Choose the Xerox Proficio if:
You want comprehensive, nationally-backed UK service and support
You plan to use FreeFlow or XMPie workflow automation
You are already in the Xerox ecosystem and want continuity
You want the latest Fiery FS700X print server platform
Uptime guarantees and SLA-backed response times are non-negotiable
You want a single point of contact for hardware, software, and service
The Fujifilm Revoria may suit you better if:
You have an existing Fujifilm relationship and prefer that ecosystem
Fujifilm's coverage in your area is genuinely strong
You want a simpler, tighter single-vendor print and DFE solution
You are primarily CMYK with limited workflow automation needs
Direct vendor pricing is relevant to your budget decision
06 - The Pricing Question: Do Not Rule Yourself Out
Production presses at this level carry significant capital costs. If you have looked at the Proficio PX300 or PX500 and quietly assumed it is out of reach or if you have been drawn towards the Fujifilm route on a pricing assumption we want to be straight with you about something.
As an authorised Xerox specialist, XOS operates with flexibility that surprises a lot of people. We are not a corporate vendor with fixed list prices and limited room to move. We are an independent specialist with close to 20 years in managed print, and we are in a position to put together lease or outright purchase proposals that are genuinely competitive, sometimes considerably more so than buyers expect.
We have structured agreements across a wide range of volumes and budgets. Whether you are a commercial printer, a reprographics department, a sign and display operation, or an in-plant facility, there is almost always a way to make the numbers work on equipment at this level if you talk to the right people.
Before you rule it out on cost - talk to us first. XOS has been placing Xerox production equipment for nearly two decades. Our pricing is aggressive, our lease structures are flexible, and a conversation costs you nothing. You may be more pleasantly surprised than you expect. Call us or get in touch via xosuk.co.uk.
07 - The Bottom Line
The Xerox Proficio PX300 and Fujifilm Revoria SC285 - and their 100ppm counterparts, the PX500 and EC2100 share the same underlying engineering platform. Fujifilm's LED print heads power both. The toner is identical. The core specifications match.
But the choice between them is not simply an aesthetic one. It is a decision about service infrastructure, software ecosystem, workflow ambition, and long term total cost of ownership. For most UK based buyers, particularly those with demanding production schedules or growth plans involving automation and personalisation, the Xerox Proficio represents the more complete and better-supported package.
And if pricing has been the thing holding you back from even starting a conversation pick up the phone or contact us via the contact form. We might just change your mind.
About XOS (UK) Ltd
XOS (UK) Ltd has been an authorised Xerox managed print and production specialist since 2007. We serve customers across the UK from our offices in Grimsby and Hull.
To discuss the Xerox Proficio range or get a competitive lease or outright purchase quote, visit xosuk.co.uk or speak to our team directly.
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