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BCS-2 vs OCR Console
Both stand on document scanning software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Paid Windows
BCS-2 offers document capture, correction, indexing, and output workflows in two editions. Its single-user deployment limits and the additional annual maintenance cost should factor into a purchase decision.
Visit BCS-2 Free trial Windows
OCR Console is built for automated document conversion, with batch splitting, barcode recognition and multiple export formats. Check the license tier for required output formats and throughput; desktop prices apply up to 25,000 pages per month.
Visit OCR ConsoleThe facts
| BCS-2 | OCR Console | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | BCS-2 office: €2,495, paid once | Barcode recognition: €699, paid once |
| Plans published | 2 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | imageware.de | ocr-systeme.de |
| On document scanning software | #21 of 26 | #17 of 26 |
BCS-2: what it does well
- Supports scanner and camera capture.
- Includes batch scanning and searchable PDF output.
- Exports image, PDF, and structured text formats.
- Pro adds scripting and broader OCR.
What to know first
- No free plan.
- Windows only; minimum requirements include 4 GB memory.
- Does not support multi-user access.
- Virtual-machine and server-profile setups are not supported by default.
OCR Console: what it does well
- Runs automatically from workflows and batch scripts
- Splits batches by pages, barcodes or separator words
- Supports 37 OCR languages
- Works with TWAIN scanners and duplex scanning
- 30-day fully functional trial
What to know first
- Windows only
- Desktop licenses cover up to 25,000 pages monthly
- Activation requires an internet connection
- PDF and XPS output depend on version
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