Epson WorkForce ES-50
Score: 32/100
Epson Perfection V39 II
Score: 82/100Rankings
The Epson Perfection V39 II is a compact, USB-powered flatbed scanner delivering 4800 dpi optical resolution and OCR/cloud features for home and small-office use. Its lightweight design and removable lid make it portable, but the lack of duplex and outdated USB port limit office productivity.
The Epson WorkForce ES-50 is an ultra-light, USB-powered portable scanner that delivers 600 dpi quality and up to 10 ppm speed, ideal for on-the-go professionals needing to scan receipts, contracts or long documents.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
600 dpi | 4,800 dpibest | |
10 ppmbest | — | |
1 sheetsbest | — | |
12 monthsbest | 12 monthsbest | |
24 bitsbest | 24 bitsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.268 kgbest | 1.406 kg |
| ↓ lower better | — | 1.1 Wbest |
216 mmbest | 215.9 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Image Quality(1) | ||
Optical Resolution (dpi) | 600 dpi | 4800 dpi |
Performance(2) | ||
Maximum Document Width (mm) | 216 mm | 215.9 mm |
Maximum Document Length (mm) | 1828.8 mm | 297.18 mm |
Power & Build(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.26762 kg | 1.406 kg |
Included Software Count (count) | 3 count | 2 count |
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Professional reviewers, notably PCMag, rate the ES-50 as fast, accurate, and exceptionally compact, awarding it a 4.0 (Excellent) score.
Everyday users love the ES-50 for its lightning-quick scans, feather-light weight, and plug-and-play USB operation.
“"BEAST" for digitizing paper records”
“Fast, accurate, and fits in my laptop bag”
“High image quality, simplicity, and portability”
Professional reviewers commend the V39 II for delivering 4800 dpi resolution and a user-friendly experience at a budget price, highlighting its OCR and cloud scanning as productivity boosters. However, they criticize the reliance on a USB 2.0 Micro-B connection as a notable drawback in today's USB-C-dominant market.
Everyday users consistently praise the scanner's high image quality, simplicity, and portability, especially the Easy Photo Fix and OCR features. Common complaints revolve around the outdated USB port, occasional software hiccups with batch scans, and the kickstand's limited practicality.
