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AutoSplitter vs SilverFast

Both stand on photo scanning software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

AutoSplitter

Free trial Windows

AutoSplitter combines batch photo separation, basic restoration, and caption metadata in a Windows scanning workflow. Check the trial watermark and scanner-use conditions before choosing a license.

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SilverFast

Free trial iPhoneMacWindows

Choose SilverFast if you need scanning tools tailored to your scanner, guided processing, or RAW scan archiving. Look elsewhere if your scanner lacks support for the features you need, or if the listed system requirements do not suit your computer.

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The facts

AutoSplitterSilverFast
Free planA free trialA free trial
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onWindowsiPhone, Mac, Windows
Lowest paid planBasic license: $24.99, paid onceSilverFast SE: $49, paid once
Plans published23
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websiteautosplitter.comsilverfast.com
On photo scanning software#18 of 29#22 of 29

AutoSplitter: what it does well

  • Separates multiple photos from one scanned page.
  • Retouching includes contrast and saturation adjustments.
  • Captions can be saved as text, metadata, or both.
  • Permanent licenses cover all household PCs.
  • Free trial and ticket support are available.

What to know first

  • Windows only; no listed support for other platforms.
  • Unregistered trial results carry watermarks.
  • Basic updates last 30 days; Gold updates last two years.
  • Intended for flatbed scans with uniform covers and rectangular photos.

SilverFast: what it does well

  • Scanner software is adjusted for about 340 models.
  • WorkflowPilot guides users through image-processing tasks.
  • RAW archiving may preserve an infrared channel.
  • JobManager sequences frames and batch-optimizes scans.
  • Works standalone or as a Photoshop plug-in.

What to know first

  • Paid software; plans start at $49, paid once.
  • Some dust removal and Multi-Exposure features depend on scanner hardware.
  • SilverFast 9 requires at least 8 GB RAM and an internet connection.

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