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Best Scanners 2023
1. Fujitsu ScanSnap iX1600
Specifications
-Scan resolution 600 x 600 dpi
-Scanning speed 40 ppm
-Feeder capacity 50 sheets
Best overall. The Scanner works at a very high speed and with a solid resolution of 600 dpi. Duplex scanning is also possible, up to 40 pages per minute are digitized. Operation is comfortable with the large touch screen. Included are practical guides for business cards and receipts.
Pros
+ Very high scanning speed
+ Many correction functions
+ Comfortable touch screen operation
+ Many supported formats
Cons
- No Ethernet connection
2. Epson Fastfoto FF-680W
Specifications
-Scan resolution 600 x 600 dpi
-Scanning speed 45 ppm
-Feeder capacity 100 Sheets
Best all-rounder. The quality of the scans is good, but does not come close to a photo flatbed scanner. This makes the FF-680W suitable for anyone who wants to scan large quantities of photographs and therefore attach importance to speed. Thanks to the automatic feed and high scanning speed, this aspect works great.
Pros
+ Automatic feeder
+ Fast scanning speed
+ Compact design
Cons
- Low scan resolution
3. Epson WorkForce DS-970
Specifications
-Scan resolution 600 DPI x 600 DPI
-Scanning speed 85 ppm
-Feeder capacity 100 sheets
Best for high volume scanning. The Epson WorkForce DS-970 is aimed at business users who have a high scanning volume. The scanner creates up to 85 images per minute. A roller separation system prevents the double entry of documents, which minimizes maintenance. In addition, the Epson has an integrated ultrasonic sensor that detects a multiple feed and stops the feed system.
Pros
+ Very fast scan
+ Duplex Scan
+ Ultrasonic sensor
Cons
- Expensive
4. Plustek OpticSlim 1180
Specifications
-Scan resolution 1200 x 1200 dpi
-Scanning speed 8 sec (Color/Grayscale/B&W Mode, 300dpi, A3)
-Feeder capacity N/A
Best budget A3 scanner. The Plustek OpticSlim 1180 scan quality is good, and we like the fact that you can also scan consistently with definable pauses-for example, to turn the page of the book. The OCR function works very precisely – even small letters are reliably recognized.
Pros
+ Fast and clean scanned text
+ Continuous scan including adjustable breaks for turning pages
+ Flat and lightweight thanks to external power supply
Cons
- Average quality photo scans
5. Canon CanoScan 9000F Mark II
Specifications
-Scan resolution 9600 X 9600 Dpi
-Scanning speed 7 sec (A4, 300dpi, Color)
-Feeder capacity N/A
Best photo scanner. The image management and image processing software My Image Garden is included in the scope of delivery of the device. This keeps it within its scanner class, an all-round device with a great image quality for document and photo scans.
Pros
+ Auto Scan mode
+ Image optimization
+ My Image Garden app
Cons
- Film scanning very slow
6. Epson WorkForce ES-60W
Specifications
-Scan resolution 600 dpi
-Scanning speed 30 ppm
-Feeder capacity N/A
Best portable scanner. Thanks to its narrow design and low weight, the ES-60W is easier to carry than many competitors. However, you must do without duplex scanning. But the quality is right: grids and impurities are reliably removed, and the Epson also achieves good results with graphics. The device can be operated either directly on a USB port of PC, notebook and Co. or in battery mode with WLAN. A direct scan to the smartphone is possible if you install the appropriate app from Epson.
Pros
+ Wireless
+ Low weight and slim design
+ Good scan quality
Cons
- No duplex scan
7. Plustek OpticFilm 8200i Ai
Specifications
-Scan resolution 7200 dpi
-Scanning speed 3600 dpi: Approx. 36 sec (Multi-Sampling ON)
7200 dpi: Approx. 113 sec (Multi-Sampling ON)
-Feeder capacity N/A
Best film scanner. If you prefer the very well worked out single image and would like to get deep into an excellent software, you will have a lot of fun with the duo of Plustek OpticFilm 8200i and Silverfast Ai.
Pros
+ Infrared-supported scratch removal
+ SilverFast software
+ 7,200 dpi scanning resolution
Cons
- SilverFast software comes with steep learning curve
8. Epson Perfection V850
Specifications
-Scan resolution 6,400 x 9,600 dpi
-Scanning speed 15s/page
-Feeder capacity N/A
Best flatbed scanner. The Epson Perfection V850 Pro shines with a very good equipment with film holders and software. It delivers decent image quality at a decent scanning speed. The film holders of the Epson Perfection V850 are height adjustable, so that you can counteract focus problems. The Epson Perfection V850 Pro is in the bundle with SilverFast Ai Studio, undisputed leader in the field of A4 flatbed scanners.
Pros
+ Suitable for photos, documents and negatives
+ Razor-sharp scans
+ Warm-up time
Cons
- Expensive
9. Kodak Alaris S2060w
Specifications
-Scan resolution 600 dpi
-Scanning speed 60 ppm
-Feeder capacity 80 sheets
Best sheetfed scanner. Kodak Alaris S2060w scans up to 60 pages per minute and, if desired, automatically on both sides. The paper feeder works reliably, which is an invaluable advantage, especially for extensive document scans. The integration into the network takes place either by cable or WLAN and is fast. The operation is innovative, not the least thanks to the large touch screen.
Pros
+ Reliable paper feeder
+ Integrated WLAN module
+ Easy handling and installation
+ Relatively compact design
Cons
- Relatively expensive
10. IRIS IRIScan Book 5
Specifications
-Scan resolution 1200 dpi
-Scanning speed 10 ppm
-Feeder capacity N/A
Best handheld scanner. The IRISCan Book 5 scanner is a fast and lightweight handheld scanner ideal for scanning newspapers, books and magazines. Optical Character Recognition software is included, and it allows you to convert saved documents into text editable and searchable files.
Pros
+ Compact
+ Ideal for mobile scanning
+ Good resolution (1200 dpi)
+ Direct scans on microSD card possible
Cons
- Nothing worth mentioning