Epson Scan 2 is free scanning software for Epson scanners and multifunction printers. Its graphical interface lets users set scanning options and save images in different file formats. It supports USB connections and network connections for scanners with networking; Linux network scanning requires an installed plug-in package. Users can also launch scans from the command line with a settings file, without opening the main window. Available image adjustments include background removal, text enhancement, color adjustment, descreening, color restoration, backlight correction, and skew correction. The Linux manual documents JPEG, PDF, TIFF, and Multi-TIFF output. For OCR workflows, Auto Area Segmentation separates text and graphics, while Threshold can help OCR programs recognize text. Epson lists versions for Windows, macOS, and Linux, but supported operating systems and settings depend on the scanner model. The software requires an Epson scanner or multifunction printer. Epson's Linux manual says it has no official software support and is distributed without warranty.
Who it is for
It suits owners of compatible Epson scanners or multifunction printers who want desktop scanning controls, image adjustments, and OCR-related settings. Linux users planning network scans need the plug-in package.
What is good
- Free software for Epson scanners and multifunction printers.
- Supports USB and compatible network scanner connections.
- Can start scans from the command line.
- Offers image adjustments including skew and backlight correction.
- Linux documentation lists JPEG, PDF, TIFF, and Multi-TIFF output.
What to know first
- Requires an Epson scanner or multifunction printer.
- Linux network scanning requires a plug-in package.
- Settings and operating system support vary by scanner model.
- Epson's Linux manual states there is no official support or warranty.
Verdict
Epson Scan 2 offers scanning controls and image adjustments across listed desktop platforms, with features varying by scanner model. Check device compatibility and the Linux plug-in requirement before relying on a particular workflow.
Epson Scan 2 plans and pricing
All plansCompared on scanner software
- Free plan
- Yes
- Supported platforms
- Windows, macOS, Linux
- OCR included
- Yes
- Output formats
- BMP, JPEG, PNG, TIFF, Multi-TIFF, PDF, Searchable PDF
- Cloud destinations
- No
