Rankings
The Epson RapidReceipt RR-60 is an ultra-compact, USB-powered mobile scanner optimized for receipts and long documents up to 72 inches with AI-driven data extraction. Its drawbacks are the lack of duplex scanning, single-sheet feeding, and no wireless or battery operation. It's perfect for mobile professionals and small businesses handling frequent receipt scanning.
The Canon imageFORMULA P-215II is a lightweight, USB-bus-powered portable duplex scanner with 600 dpi resolution and a 20-sheet ADF for on-the-go use. It is constrained by a modest daily duty cycle and reduced speed on USB 2.0, making it best for mobile professionals handling moderate scan volumes.
The HP PS150 is a portable scanner that adds wireless Wi-Fi and duplex capability while remaining lightweight and battery-operated. Its 300 dpi resolution and modest 15 ppm speed limit high-detail, high-volume scanning. Ideal for mobile professionals needing on-the-go duplex scans of standard documents.
The HP PS100 is a compact, USB-powered scanner offering 1200 dpi resolution and excellent portability. Its lack of duplex capability, wireless options, and limited memory make it less suitable for high-volume tasks. Ideal for mobile professionals and occasional home use.
The Brother DS-640 is a compact, USB-powered scanner delivering 600 dpi color scans and built-in OCR, ideal for mobile, occasional scanning tasks. Its lack of duplex capability and an automatic feeder limit its usefulness for higher-volume or double-sided work. Best suited for travelers and home-office users needing quick single-page scans.
The Xerox XTS-D is an ultra-portable USB-powered duplex scanner supporting media up to 8.5 × 32 in and bundled OCR software. Its trade-offs are a low 100-scan daily duty cycle and absence of wireless or battery power. Perfect for mobile professionals needing on-the-go duplex scanning.
The Canon imageFORMULA R10 is a portable USB-powered scanner with single-pass duplex capability and a 20-sheet feeder, targeting mobile professionals. Its modest scanning speeds and 500-page daily volume limit make it less suitable for high-volume tasks, but perfect for on-the-go document capture.
The Anncary 900 DPI handheld wand scanner offers high-resolution portable scanning without a computer. Its trade-offs include reliance on AA batteries and lack of an automatic feeder, making it unsuitable for high-volume work. Best for travelers and occasional on-the-go scanning.
The Epson ES-50 is a compact, USB-powered portable scanner offering 600 dpi resolution and built-in OCR for on-the-go document capture. Its single-sheet feed and slower multi-page performance make it unsuitable for high-volume scanning tasks. Perfect for mobile professionals needing occasional single-page scans.
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1,200 dpibest | 600 dpi | 600 dpi | 600 dpi | 600 dpi | 1,200 dpibest | 900 dpi | 300 dpi | 300 dpi | |
10 ppm | 16 ppmbest | 10 ppm | 12 ppm | 15 ppm | 15 ppm | — | 15 ppm | 7.5 ppm | |
1 pages | — | 1 pages | 20 pagesbest | 20 pagesbest | — | — | — | — | |
— | — | — | 24 bitsbest | — | — | — | — | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.1 Wbest | — | — | 2.5 W | 7 W | — | — | — | — |
1,829 mmbest | 215.9 mm | 1,828.8 mm | 356 mm | 1,000 mm | 355.6 mm | 297 mm | 355.6 mm | 813 mm | |
— | — | — | 500 pagesbest | — | — | — | — | 100 pages | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.27 kg | 0.467 kg | 0.27 kg | 0.9 kg | 1 kg | 0.085 kgbest | 0.148 kg | 0.59 kg | 1.021 kg |
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Features(2) | |||||||||
Duplex Scanning | false | false | false | true | true | false | false | true | true |
ADF Capacity (pages) | 1 pages | — | 1 pages | 20 pages | 20 pages | — | — | — | — |
Power & Energy(2) | |||||||||
Power Consumption (Operating) (W) | 2.1 W | — | — | 2.5 W | 7.0 W | — | — | — | — |
Energy Star Certified | true | — | — | — | — | false | — | false | — |
Performance(3) | |||||||||
Optical Resolution (dpi) | 1200 dpi | 600 dpi | 600 dpi | 600 dpi | 600 dpi | 1200 dpi | 900 dpi | 300 dpi | 300 dpi |
Scan Speed (pages per minute) (ppm) | 10 ppm | 16 ppm | 10 ppm | 12 ppm | 15 ppm | 15 ppm | — | 15 ppm | 7.5 ppm |
Daily Duty Cycle (pages) | — | — | — | 500 pages | — | — | — | — | 100 pages |
General Specs(1) | |||||||||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | 2 years | — | 2 years | — |
Connectivity(2) | |||||||||
USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 3.0 | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 | USB 3.0 | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 | USB | USB 2.0 |
Wi‑Fi Connectivity | — | false | — | — | false | false | false | true | — |
Design & Build(4) | |||||||||
Maximum Document Size (mm) | 1829 mm | 215.9 mm | 1828.8 mm | 356 mm | 1000 mm | 355.6 mm | 297 mm | 355.6 mm | 813 mm |
Minimum Document Size (mm) | 51 mm | — | — | 50.8 mm | — | 50.8 mm | — | 50.8 mm | 38 mm |
Weight (kg) | 0.27 kg | 0.4665 kg | 0.27 kg | 0.9 kg | 1.0 kg | 0.085 kg | 0.148 kg | 0.59 kg | 1.021 kg |
Dimensions (W×D×H) | 10.7 x 1.3 x 10.7 inches | 55.88×35.56×302.26 mm | 271.8 x 33.0 x 45.7 mm | 285 x 95 x 40 mm (closed) | 94 x 41 x 279 mm | 11.6 x 2.0 x 1.4 in | 25×25×255 mm | 312 x 66 x 48.3 mm | 66x40.6x292.1 mm |
Software(1) | |||||||||
Included Software Packages (packages) | 2 packages | 1 packages | 3 packages | — | 3 packages | 1 packages | — | 1 packages | — |
Sensors(2) | |||||||||
Light Source | — | — | — | RGB LED | RGB LED | — | — | — | LED |
Image Sensor Type | CIS | — | CIS | CMOS CIS | CMOS CIS | — | — | — | CIS |
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Professional sources and retailer descriptions position the RR-60 as a class-leading ultra-portable scanner, praising its tiny footprint, low power draw and AI-enabled receipt processing that streamlines bookkeeping workflows. The lack of wireless or battery options is noted as a trade-off for its minimal size.
Everyday users (based on Q&A themes) appreciate the ability to capture very long receipts up to 72 inches and to batch-scan dozens of receipts without a separate workstation. No major complaints were recorded beyond the expected limits of single-sheet feeding and duty-cycle capacity.
“great little scanner... 3 seconds per page”
“clear images... no bulky all-in-one needed”
“performs beautifully daily”
Professional reviewers praise the DS-640 for its excellent scan quality, vibrant color reproduction, and reliable OCR at a budget price, emphasizing its suitability for portable, occasional use. However, they consistently point out the lack of duplex scanning and an automatic feeder as significant drawbacks for any workflow that involves double-sided or multi-page documents.
Everyday users love the scanner's speed, portability, and ease of use, frequently mentioning the 3-second page scans and clear image output. Common complaints revolve around the missing duplex function, occasional paper jams, and a software installation process that can be slower than expected.
Professional reviewers commend the ES-50 for its tiny footprint, solid 600 dpi output and USB-only simplicity, making it a handy tool for occasional mobile scans. However, they criticize its sluggish multi-page performance, lack of duplex automation, and limited feature set compared to newer Epson models that add wireless and higher resolution.
Everyday users repeatedly praise the scanner's portability, easy one-touch operation and reliable OCR, noting it outperforms phone apps for receipts and documents. Common complaints focus on black-line artifacts, the need to reinstall drivers, and the slow, manual process required for multi-page or duplex scanning.
Professional reviewers and editors are not quoted in the available sources; however, Canon’s own product descriptions and retailer copy highlight the R10’s efficiency for mobile workflows, emphasizing its fast duplex scanning speed, USB‑only power requirement, and suitability for on‑the‑go professionals.
Professional reviewers emphasize the P-215II's compact, sleek design and its convenience for mobile users. They note the plug-and-play USB interface and the ability to scan duplex documents without an external power source as key advantages, positioning it as a premium portable solution for on-the-move professionals.
Direct consumer reviews are not present in the source data, but marketing language suggests users appreciate the scanner's portability, ease of setup, and versatility with cards and postcards. Potential complaints revolve around limited daily scan capacity and slower performance on USB 2.0 connections.
Professional reviewers and editors are scarce for this model; most sources are product listings that highlight its portability and claim it is the fastest and lightest single‑sheet scanner in its class. No independent editorial scores or detailed tests were found.
Everyday users generally rate the scanner positively, emphasizing its lightweight build, ease of use without a computer, and usefulness for scanning receipts and photos while traveling. Recurring complaints focus on the need for steady hands, missing batteries or SD card, and variable battery endurance.
Professional reviewers and product editors present the XTS-D as a complete mobile scanning solution, emphasizing its compactness, plug-and-play USB operation, Mac support and the value of the bundled OCR software for on-the-go document management.
Everyday users echo the professional praise for wide-format capability and cost savings, noting that the scanner fits well on small desks and that the job buttons simplify routine scanning tasks. Recurring complaints focus on the slower USB 2.0 transfer speeds and the lack of built-in wireless or Ethernet, which some users find limiting for modern office workflows.
