Planon DocuPen RC800

96 reviews

May, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 96 reviews of Planon DocuPen RC800. The average rating for this product is 3.0/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews.

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Planon DocuPen RC800 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 86/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Planon DocuPen RC800

alaTest has collected and analyzed 5 user reviews of Planon DocuPen RC800 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 1.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk.

20% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Planon DocuPen RC800

alaTest has collected and analyzed 49 user reviews of Planon DocuPen RC800 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com.

63% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com)

Planon DocuPen R700

If you need a pocket-size scanner for the library or in the field, the DocuPen can do the trick, but it will cost you.

Easy to use; ultraportable; scans fast.

Poor scan quality; expensive; doesn't work with Macs; scans in black and white only; text is illegible at small sizes; middling OCR software.

If you need an ultralight scanner that slips inside a deep pocket, dig deep into those pockets to splurge on the DocuPen.

May, 2005

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Expert review by (pcmag.com)

Planon DocuPen RC800

Whoever at Planon was responsible for calling the DocuPen RC800 ($299.99 direct) a pen scanner did the product a tremendous disservice. The DocuPen looks less like a pen than a batonor, better yet, a magic wandand it doesn't work like a traditional...

Scans without a computer. Built-in memory holds hundreds of monochrome scans. Small enough to take anywhere

At maximum resolution and color depth, built-in memory holds only two 8.5- by 11-inch scans

The DocuPen RC800 is far easier to operate than traditional pen scanners and much more useful.

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Expert review by : Nate Anderson (arstechnica.com)

Promises, promises: a review of the Planon RC800 pen scanner

A pen-shaped, battery-powered document scanner might be a secret agent's dream, but the DocuPen RC800 is not that scanner (yet).

It works

Software package is dated, Low-quality scans, The "application videos", Looks like a $50 device but costs $300, All the plastic. Please, make it stop

Feb, 2008

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Expert review by : Kristofer Brozio (dragonsteelmods.com)

Review: Planon DocuPen RC800 Color Handheld Scanner (DPEN-RC800)

What you need is a scanner that is small, lightweight, portable, self-powered and doesn't require a computer to work, sounds like something that James Bond might have in his fictional arsenal of cool gadgets, but thanks to the folks at Planon it's a...

Fast scanning ; Great quality ; Easy to use ; Well made ; Included carrying case ; Nice software included ; Portable ; Coolness factor built-in

Cannot batch process scans/pictures ; Must turn scanner back on after every scan ; Not compatible with all MicroSD cards

Despite the coolness factor of the DocuPen it truly is a great product, it scans quickly and easily and allows for a truly portable office.

Oct, 2007

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Expert review by : Jerry Raia (geardiary.com)

The Docupen RC800 Review

I have always wondered about these devices and wanted to give one a try. Personally I have no need for something like this, but I can see where such a portable scanner could come in very handy. This is the Planon DocuPen RC800 Portable Scanner.

Jun, 2007

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Expert review by : Jason Jacobs (techwarelabs.com)

PLANon DocuPen RC800 Portable Scanner

The DocuPen retails for $299 and at this price its not for the casual user needing to scan a few documents. With the built in memory, weight, rechargable battery, and size of the DocuPen its apparant that highly mobile individuals with disposable cash...

Apr, 2007

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Expert review by : K. Samwell (techgage.com)

PLANon DocuPen RC800

There is a new DocuPen model added to PLANon's ever-growing lineup. The RC800 is a full color document scanner that can store up to one hundred pages on its internal memory. If you have the need for a portable scanner, you won't want to miss this one.

Finally, I wanted to test this DocuPen out with something a little tough, and see if it can jump thru my flaming hoops. Final test, highest resolution, highest scan mode on a photograph. I realize this is not really its intended use, however, it is an...

Apr, 2007

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Expert review by : Chris Leckness (mobilitysite.com)

Review – Planon Docupen RC800

If you are in the market for a pen scanner, check out Paul's review of the Planon Docupen RC800. All in all, I like the solution that Planon has come up with.

Feb, 2007

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Expert review by : Julie Strietelmeier (the-gadgeteer.com)

DocuPen RC800 Handheld Color Scanner

Fast B/W scanning, Built-in MicroSD slot, Easy to use, Fast B/W scanning, Built-in MicroSD slot, Easy to use

Expensive, Built in memory only holds X full page color scans, Expensive, Built in memory only holds X full page color scans

Nov, 2006

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Expert review by : Consumer Guide (howstuffworks.com)

Planon DocuPen RC800 pen scanner Review and Prices

Planon's DocuPen RC800 pen scanner is a unique and highly portable scanner with a rather hefty price tag. This scanner differs from traditional pen scanners, as it allows you to scan entire documents in a single pass rather than performing line-by-line...

Can do full-color and full-size scans in one pass, expandable memory

Expensive, very short warranty

Jun, 2006

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