Epson WorkForce DS-40

258 reviews

Apr, 2024

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reliability (32)
price (30)
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alaTest has collected and analyzed 258 reviews of Epson WorkForce DS-40. The average rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Views about the design and price are generally positive. The reliability and size are also mentioned favorably.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Epson WorkForce DS-40 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 84/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Epson WorkForce DS-40

alaTest has collected and analyzed 181 user reviews of Epson WorkForce DS-40 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Opinions about the design and price are overall positive. The reliability and size also get good comments.

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91% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : M. David Stone (pcmag.com)

Epson WorkForce DS-40 Color Portable Scanner

The Epson WorkForce DS-40 Color Portable Scanner lets you scan to a smartphone or tablet, so you can leave your laptop at home and still check scan quality on the spot.

Wi-Fi. Scans directly to mobile devices. Can use batteries or a USB connection for power.

Simplex (one-sided) scans only. Manual feed. Unimpressive text-recognition accuracy. Doesn't handle business cards well.

Between the Epson and Fujitsu models, the Fujitsu iX100 offers somewhat better text recognition and document management capability, and it's also smaller and lighter—a set of features that keeps it firmly in place as our Editors' Choice. However, the...

Dec, 2014

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Nicely Portable

If you need a document scanner for all your receipt needs you can't beat Epson.

Portable and can handle those long receipts you get from the store. Easy hookup to WiFi if router has WSP button otherwise need to do it manually. Love the auto shut off to save battery power.

Only 8 1/2 wide documents but how many times do you need to scan large paper receipts so really did not take egg away still a 5 egg product.

Feb, 2016

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Consumer review (epson.com)

Awesome Portable Scanner

" Does exactly what a portable scanner should. Wifi direct connect, AP & USB all work flawlessly. I'm very happy with this product. I have used it wireless with my laptop, tablet & phone. "

Oct, 2016

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Consumer review (epson.com)

Love It

" I love this scanner. It is small enough for a carry-on. Use it all the time. "

Oct, 2016

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Consumer review (epson.com)

Compatibility Issues with Scanner and Windows 10

" I recently bought this scanner and shorty thereafter upgraded to Windows 10. Ever since, my scanner gives me error messages the it "cannot communicate with scanner..." I tried uninstalling and reinstalling the drivers (from the FAQ section on the...

Sep, 2016

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Consumer review (epson.com)

Outstanding Product

" Had a little trouble connecting to my WiFi Home Network, but, after downloading and installing the proper Drivers from EPSON web site, had no problems. Product works as stated and does an "Outstanding Job." I would recommend this product highly to...

Sep, 2016

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