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Scanner Reviews

Updated: Mar 18, 2024 17:44
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Brother ADS-4900W

Brother's speedy ADS-4900W is an accurate, efficient, and reasonably priced sheetfed document scanner well-suited for mid- to high-volume jobs in busy offices and workgroups.

2 expert reviews

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Fujitsu ScanSnap iX1600

The Fujitsu ScanSnap iX1600 continues the ScanSnap legacy: It's easy to use, fast, accurate, well built, and quiet. Home offices and small offices will find this the ideal sheetfed document scanner.

4 expert reviews

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Epson FastFoto FF-680W

The best device for quickly scanning photo prints and instant film at home, but at a price that might be too much for many

2 expert reviews

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Canon imageFormula R40

Canon's imageFormula R40 Receipt Edition is a reasonably priced desktop receipt and document scanner aimed at home workers and small-to-midsize offices and workgroups.

5 expert reviews | 2 user reviews

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Canon imageFormula R10

The Canon imageFormula R10 portable sheetfed scanner, which relies on a USB connection, produces high-quality scans at a low price and is small enough to grab and go.

3 expert reviews

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IRIScan Express 4

The IRIScan Express 4 is a capable, if unremarkable, manual-feed portable document scanner for feeding pages, receipts, and business cards to your laptop on road trips.

2 expert reviews

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Plustek ePhoto Z300

Bottom Line: The Plustek ePhoto Z300 is a low-priced sheet-feed scanner that's best for household use such as digitizing snapshots.

2 expert reviews

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Fujitsu ScanSnap iX1300

Fujitsu's ScanSnap iX1300 is a snappy, accurate portable document scanner that's excellent for digitizing documents on the road or wherever space is limited.

2 expert reviews | 501 user reviews

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Fujitsu ScanSnap iX1400 A4

The entry-level Fujitsu ScanSnap iX1400 sheetfed document scanner lacks a few key features, such as networking capabilities and an onboard control panel. It's best suited to simpler scanning tasks with just one computer.

2 expert reviews

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Epson WorkForce ES-50

Bottom Line: The Epson WorkForce ES-50 is a fast and accurate, if bare-bones, portable document scanner.

2 expert reviews

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Genius Colorpage SF-600

Kitguru says: Both Corsair SF450 and SF600 power supplies are technically solid designs and will be ideal for many small form factor system builds. The adoption of an effective, large 92mm fan and 105c Japanese capacitors ensure they will deliver...

2 expert reviews | 158 user reviews

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Fujitsu ScanSnap iX1500

Bottom Line: The Fujitsu ScanSnap iX1500 is a well-built, accurate, and easy-to-use entry-level sheet-fed document scanner for home and small-office use.

5 expert reviews

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Fujitsu Scansnap IX 100

Are you still chasing the "paperless" dream? If you are anything like the millions of us who dream of a clear inbox with simplified capture and filing system,...

17 expert reviews | 120 user reviews

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Canon CanoScan 9000F Mark II

The CanoScan 9000F Mark II is a great solution to scan your 120 and 35mm film along with any documents you might need

7 expert reviews | 1502 user reviews

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Epson Perfection V600

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21 expert reviews | 4167 user reviews

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HP Scanjet PRO 2500 F1

Conclusion The HP ScanJet Pro 2500 f1 Flatbed Scanner is a good fit for very small offices in need of a light-duty scanner that can handle a variety of material, from books to business cards to multipage documents, and includes a robust software suite....

5 expert reviews | 6 user reviews

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Canon imageFORMULA DR-M260

Though it's limited to a single desktop or laptop connection, Canon's imageFormula DR-M260 is a powerful, high-volume scanner with a robust software bundle, making it a good choice for busy document-management systems.

3 expert reviews

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Fujitsu ScanSnap ix500

If you prefer a workflow that uses a standard driver you'll be better off with the Canon imageFormula DR-C125. If not, these two are so close in capability that you could flip a coin to choose between them and be happy with either one. The Fujitsu...

15 expert reviews | 3691 user reviews

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Fujitsu ScanSnap S1300 / S1300i

For all it does, Fujitsu's ScanSnap S1300i is surprisingly compact, and it packs a useful interface and document-management software. If you can stomach the price, it's ideal for moderate document scanning on the road.

27 expert reviews | 3006 user reviews

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Brother ADS-1700W

Bottom Line: The Brother ADS-1700W is a fast and accurate portable document scanner that offers a slew of features that will be attractive to road warriors.

4 expert reviews

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Epson Perfection V 850 PRO

If you want top-tier scan quality, and either aren't concerned about color calibration or plan to get a program like SilverFast Ai Studio 8 that offers its own color calibration, be sure to take a close look at the Editors' Choice Epson V800. It...

6 expert reviews | 68 user reviews

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IRIScan Desk 5 Pro

Bottom Line: The IRIScan Desk 5 Pro is a versatile and highly accurate overhead book scanner designed for tethering to your PC or laptop.

2 expert reviews

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Epson Workforce ES-55R

The Epson WorkForce ES-55R is a fast, accurate, and bare-bones portable document scanner with a major perk: its Accounting Edition software for scanning and processing receipts and other financial data.

2 expert reviews

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iScanner

Title: iScanner – Police and Emergency Services Handheld Scanner (iPhone App ) Cost: $0.99Category: Medical Developer: Fusion Mobile Solutions -Over 4,700 police, EMS, fire, air traffic controller, etc feeds to tune into. -Create favorite lists...

2 expert reviews

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Plustek OpticFilm 8200i

That said, if 35mm film and slide scanning is all you need, and you're willing to spend the time both mastering SilverFast and adjusting the settings individually on every scan, the Plustek OpticFilm 8200i SE can be a good choice. And its...

7 expert reviews | 301 user reviews

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    Buying Guide

    Buying Guide - Scanners

    Scanners used to be the exclusive domain of high-end graphics and publishing enterprises, but today they are a common feature of both the desktop and laptop computing landscape. Whether your primary computer is a laptop or a desktop, if you work from an office or while on the go, there is a scanner out there that will fit your unique requirements.



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    Scanner Categories

    Flatbed Scanners: These are the most common type of scanners. Due to their size, flatbed scanners are most appropriate for use with a desktop computer. Flatbed scanners typically rate higher than other models when compared for image quality and scanning speed, so they are preferred for professional applications.

    Sheet-fed Scanners: This category of scanners offers advantages in size and portability, making them the perfect companion for laptops and for mobile use. While they are slower and offer slightly compromised image quality compared to the larger flatbed scanners, the scan quality and speed is still more than adequate for most uses. For thrifty shoppers, sheet-fed scanners are generally less expensive than flatbeds.

    Pen Scanners: The ultimate in portability is provided by pen scanners, an increasingly popular choice for students and professionals on the go. This convenience comes with a compromise in speed and quality, and they require extra diligence on the part of the user in order to capture a clear scan.

    What to Look for in a Scanner

    Scanner Size – Most people are scanning letter-sized documents and pictures, and the standard 8.5” feed is sufficient. However, if you plan on scanning legal-sized documents or larger graphics print-ups, you will want a scanner that features a larger scanner size.

    Scan Speed – Scanner speeds are broadly similar across all models, but if you are using your scanner for bulk applications, you will want to select a model that is optimized for speed.

    Connectivity – Parallel port and SCSI connections have given way almost completely to the convenience of USB hookups. Almost all newer models also support wireless connectivity, which is an added convenience if your primary computer is a laptop.

    Software – The software that comes standard with the scanner is an important consideration, and one that is often overlooked. Basic models feature basic software that is good for storing and retrieving your images. As the scanner increases in sophistication and performance, so does the software. More robust software bundles can include automatic image editing and organizing features, upload streamlining that facilitates sharing your images, and repair/modification software that allows you to quickly and easily touch up photos and convert text documents.

    Popular Scanner Brands

    Many of the names of the most popular scanner manufacturers are very familiar, and have a long history of excellence in the printer market as well. Epson, Canon, and HP offer scanners of all categories and at a full range of performance levels and price points. Fujitsu is another brand that features a number of models that have been well-reviewed. Dane and NeatReceipts specialize in highly-portable pen scanners, and offer several different models.

    Popular Scanner products

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