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Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C3525i

Original A3 color MFP at 25 ppm in the C3500 line. Common on the refurb market with reliable engine and standard imageRUNNER ADVANCE menu.

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Print speed
25 ppm color
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
Wi-Fi Direct · USB · Wi-Fi · Ethernet
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Canon Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C3525i
Authorized Canon reseller Free shipping to 50 states 1-year manufacturer warranty Install guidance by phone 30-day return policy
Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C3525i is actually for

Most printer pages just tell you what a printer does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We sell a lot of these for a reason, but the reason is not "every office."

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You're shopping refurb and want a reliable 25 ppm A3 color MFP.
  • You print 8,000-15,000 pages a month for a 30-60 person team.
  • You scan duplex on a 100-sheet single-pass DADF.
  • You want the 10.1-inch touchscreen and Canon's badge release.
  • You're price-sensitive and don't need the III's security upgrades.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • It's fine if you accept refurbished — that's the bulk of the market.
  • It's fine if you start at 1,200 sheets and grow.
  • It's fine if you run uniFLOW or PaperCut for cost recovery.
  • It's fine if your finishing stops at stapling and stacking.
  • It's fine if you tolerate occasional cloud connector cert work.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • Skip this if you need TLS 1.3 or modern syslog — pick the III.
  • Skip this if you require warranty parts that the original-gen no longer stocks.
  • Skip this if your monthly volume tops 20,000 pages.
  • Skip this if a Brother MFC-L2759DW would cover monochrome needs.
  • Skip this if you need production color quality.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C3525i is the original 25 ppm A3 color MFP in the C3500 line, with the 10.1-inch touchscreen, 100-sheet single-pass DADF, and 1,200-to-6,350-sheet paper handling that defined the series. Output is 1200 x 1200 dpi color, 13 x 19 stock is supported, and the imageRUNNER ADVANCE menu drives badge release, scan-to-cloud, and audit logging. The first-gen C3525i still sells in volume on the refurb market because the engine is reliable and dealers can land it well below a new III. Compared to a Brother MFC-L2759DW it's a different category — A3, color, department-class — but the daily touchscreen experience translates. The 100-sheet DADF runs 160 ipm duplex, warm-up takes about 30 seconds, and standard memory is 4 GB with a 250 GB HDD supporting hold-and-release jobs and box workflows. The regret buyers report: original-gen cloud connectors lag the III by two firmware generations, so scan-to-Google-Drive sometimes needs cert workarounds.
Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 25 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 25 pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Print resolution Up to 1,200 × 1,200 dpi
First page out < 5.9 seconds (BW), 8.2 seconds (Color)
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 25 ppm copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type Single-Pass Duplexing
Scan resolution (optical) Up to 1,200 × 1,200 dpi
Scan destinations Email/Internet Fax (SMTP), SMB, FTP, WebDAV, Mail Box
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Automatic document feeder 150 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 10000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax , Wi-Fi Direct
Display 10.1 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Canon
Model Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C3525i
How you can buy this printer

Buy it, lease it, or just reorder supplies

Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.

Buy outright
One-time payment · yours to keep
Custom quote
Free delivery · 1-yr warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • 4,500-page starter toner included
  • 1-year Canon manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
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Supplies only
Already own one? Just reorder.
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Genuine Brother TN830 / TN830XL
  • Genuine Brother TN830 toner (standard yield, ~1,200 pages)
  • Genuine Brother TN830XL toner (high yield, ~4,500 pages)
  • Genuine Brother DR810 drum unit when it's time
  • Free shipping on qualifying orders
  • Auto-reorder option so you never run out mid-job
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Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.

Included with every order

What ships with the Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C3525i

The printer itself

Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C3525i in original Canon packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 45.2 x 22.3 x 29.3 inches

Starter toner

Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.

Setup documentation

Canon quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.

Setup call (if you want it)

Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.

Supplies & consumables

Toner, yields, and what to actually reorder

The #1 question we get on this printer is "which toner do I buy?" Short answer: you have two cartridge options and a drum. Standard yield TN830 covers roughly 1,200 pages. High yield TN830XL covers roughly 4,500 pages and is the better value for most offices. Pick XL unless you print very little.

The drum unit (DR810) is separate and usually lasts 15,000 to 30,000 pages before it needs replacing. At a typical small office volume, expect to change it once every 2 to 4 years.

If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.

TN830

Standard-yield toner

About 1,200 pages · fits all L2700 / L2750 / L2759 series

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TN830XL

High-yield toner BEST VALUE

About 4,500 pages · recommended for most offices

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DR810

Drum unit

15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner

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Get a quote on the Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C3525i

Tell us how you want to pay (outright, lease, or supplies only) and what volume you run. You'll get a line-item quote back within one business day, from a specialist who actually works on these machines, not a general sales rep.

  • Real pricing, no runaround. Upfront monthly lease rate or outright price, plus shipping and any install add-ons itemized.
  • One business day turnaround. Quotes land in your inbox within 24 hours. Often faster.
  • No credit pull until you say yes. We don't ping your credit to give you a quote. Only if you sign.
  • Volume & bundled supplies. Tell us your monthly print volume and we'll price toner bundling so you don't get surprised.
FAQ

Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C3525i, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (704) 741-0821 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C3525i ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter black toner yields approximately 36,000 pages, while color toners (cyan, magenta, yellow) yield around 19,000 pages each at 5% coverage. Replacement high-yield toners (GPR-53) are also available for black (36,000 pages) and color (19,000 pages). When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C3525i is a color A3 MFP with a 25 ppm print speed, 10.1-inch touchscreen, and 100-sheet DADF, ideal for departments needing color output. The Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX 4825i is a monochrome A3 MFP with a 25 ppm print speed, 10.1-inch touchscreen, and optional single-pass DADF, designed for workgroups of 10-30 people. Key differences include color vs. monochrome output, standard vs. optional DADF, and SSD storage in the DX 4825i. For small offices needing color, the C3525i is a better fit, while the DX 4825i suits high-volume monochrome environments.
Yes, the Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C3525i is well-suited for small businesses. It offers a 25 ppm print speed, color output, and a 10.1-inch touchscreen, making it ideal for departments or small offices with moderate to high print volumes. Features like scan-to-cloud, badge release, and audit logging enhance productivity.
Yes, the Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C3525i supports color printing. It delivers 1200 x 1200 dpi color output and is designed for high-quality color documents. This makes it a great choice for businesses needing vibrant color prints.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (704) 741-0821. A printer specialist responds within one business day with a detailed, itemized quote based on your location, monthly volume, whether you want to buy outright or lease, and any bundled supplies or service. Quotes are free and no obligation. We do not pull credit to issue a quote.
Canon includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C3525i when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Titan Office Solutions is an authorized Canon reseller. Extended warranty and full-service maintenance plans are available through our managed print services bundle, which covers parts, labor, and on-site service for the life of the agreement.
Yes. Free delivery is included on every Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C3525i order shipped within the continental United States. Most orders ship within 1 to 2 business days and arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Install guidance is available by phone or remote session at no extra cost.

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