SeekerEpson WorkForce ES-500W Wireless Duplex Document Scanner
The Wi-Fi networkable Epson ES-500W scans and saves to searchable PDF faster than several of its entry-level competitors, but mediocre OCR accuracy diminishes its overall value.
-- As reviewed by PCMag
Product details
- Wirelessly scan to your smartphone, tablet or computer : plus online cloud storage accounts(1); PC and Mac compatible
- Get organized in a snap : scan up to 35 ppm/70 ipm(2); Single Step Technology captures both sides in one pass
- Easily scan stacks of paper : robust 50 page Auto Document Feeder. Document Sizes- Max-8.5 x 240 inches. Min-2 x 2 inches
- Powerful software included : easy scanning with intuitive Epson ScanSmart Software(1); preview, email, upload and more; automatic file naming and object recognition save time
- Compatible with most software : the included TWAIN driver allows for easy connection to most document management software
- Versatile scanning for everyday documents : business and ID cards, single sheets, extra long pages and more
- Built-in Nuance Optical Character Recognition (OCR) : create searchable PDFs and editable Word and Excel files
PROS
+ Fast scanning and saving to PDF.
+ Comes with document and business card management software.
+ Supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, and NFC.
+ High daily duty cycle for the price.
CONS
- Below average OCR accuracy.
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By PCMag on April 21, 2017
The Wi-Fi networkable Epson ES-500W scans and saves to searchable PDF faster than several of its entry-level competitors, but mediocre OCR accuracy diminishes its overall value.
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