Mailcoms, founded in 2005 in Cannock, Staffordshire, aimed to provide low-cost franking machines to enhance customer choice in the mailing industry. The company offers several models, including the Mailstart+, Mailbase Lite, Mailbase, and Mailbase Pro, each designed for varying daily letter volumes and featuring capabilities like online usage accounting and built-in scales for precise postage. By introducing these alternatives, Mailcoms seeks to simplify the mailing process and improve office efficiency.