Comparison guide
Scanners for digitizing photos, receipts, and documents
document type, size, and daily volume · duplex speed, feed reliability, and OCR · USB or network delivery and software policy
Published: 2026-05-16 · Updated: 2026-10-02
Scanners · 4 products
Start with what matters in your day.
- document type, size, and daily volume
- duplex speed, feed reliability, and OCR
- USB or network delivery and software policy
Check document mix, double-feed detection, OCR languages, network destinations, and administration before narrowing your choice. Everyday use can also vary with paper condition, mixed sizes, OCR accuracy, host performance, and network policy.
Specifications side by side
| Product | Year | Type | Optical resolution | Simplex speed | Duplex speed | ADF | Duplex | Interfaces |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epson WorkForce ES-580W | 2020 | One-pass duplex sheet-feed | 600 dpi | 35 ppm | 70 ipm | 100 sheets | Yes | USB 3.0, Wi-Fi, USB host |
| Epson Perfection V39 II | 2023 | A4 flatbed photo and document | 4800 dpi | 6 ppm | 0 ipm | 0 sheets | No | USB 2.0 bus power |
| Brother ADS-4700W | 2022 | Wireless one-pass duplex sheet-feed | 600 dpi | 40 ppm | 80 ipm | 80 sheets | Yes | USB 3.0, Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi, USB host |
| Brother ADS-4300N | 2022 | Network one-pass duplex sheet-feed | 600 dpi | 40 ppm | 80 ipm | 80 sheets | Yes | USB 3.0, Gigabit Ethernet, USB host |
Match scanner type, optical resolution, simplex or duplex speed, ADF, connectivity, and bundled software to the model you plan to buy. Accessories, imported configurations, and similarly named models can differ.
Which product fits your needs?
- Epson WorkForce ES-580WA 35ppm/70ipm document scanner with a 100-sheet ADF, 4.3-inch touchscreen, and PC-free destinations.
- Epson Perfection V39 IIA USB-powered flatbed with 4,800dpi optical resolution, photo restoration, and an upright stand.
- Brother ADS-4700WA business scanner with 40ppm/80ipm, an 80-sheet ADF, touchscreen, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi.
- Brother ADS-4300NA department document scanner with 40ppm/80ipm, an 80-sheet ADF, and Gigabit Ethernet.
Narrow your shortlist
- Choose the task you do most often.
- Keep the products that meet photo or document use, maximum size, daily volume, duplex, and network needs.
- Compare the remaining two by the inconvenience each would remove.
Costs beyond the product
Allow for replacement rollers, carrier sheets, calibration sheets, and OCR or document subscriptions.
Where to buy
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Before checkout
- Match the exact model and configuration.
- Check warranty, repair access, returns, and import status.
- Include the accessories and ongoing costs you need.
- Recheck the seller and final price before paying.
- Choose the product that solves the daily problem you identified.
Specification and photo sources
Confirm the exact model and regional configuration on the manufacturer's page. Each caption links to product information or the original photo source.