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PaperScan vs ScanPapyrus
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.
Free plan Windows
PaperScan combines scanning, OCR, image cleanup and document annotation, with PDF/A and encrypted PDF support. The free edition has a 10-page batch limit, and trials end with the software blocked until a license key is entered.
Visit PaperScan Free plan Windows
ScanPapyrus combines scanning, image cleanup, page editing, and online OCR on Windows. Check the OCR service requirements and license terms before choosing a free or paid option.
Visit ScanPapyrusThe facts
| PaperScan | ScanPapyrus | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | PaperScan Home Edition: $79, paid once | Home License: $19.90, paid once |
| Plans published | 8 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | paperscan.orpalis.com | scanpapyrus.com |
| On document scanning software | #6 of 26 | #10 of 26 |
PaperScan: what it does well
- Accepts input from more than 100 document formats.
- PDF-OCR output supports more than 60 languages.
- Can save to SharePoint and send through Outlook.
- Supports encrypted PDFs and digital signatures.
- Paid licenses are lifetime licenses.
What to know first
- Free Edition limits batch scanning or importing to 10 pages.
- Home Edition costs 79.00 USD once.
- Professional single-license costs 149.00 USD once.
- Available for Windows only.
ScanPapyrus: what it does well
- Scans book spreads and separates pages.
- Supports automatic feeders and two-sided scanning.
- Offers searchable PDF, Word, and plain-text OCR output.
- PDF export includes password protection and compression.
- A restricted free version is available.
What to know first
- OCR requires internet access and an account with the service.
- The free version has feature restrictions.
- Home License is limited to non-commercial use.
- Commercial use is limited by purchased license count.
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