NAPS2
7.4#3 in document scanning softwareFree planFree planAPILinuxmacOSWindows
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OCR Console
6.2#11 in document scanning software€699 one-timeWindows
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| Fact | NAPS2 | OCR Console |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | NAPS2 is free, open source scanning software for scanning documents and saving them as PDF, TIFF, JPEG, or PNG. | OCR Console converts scanned images and PDF files into editable digital formats, including DOCX, PDF and XML. |
| Scanner support | It supports WIA and TWAIN drivers and can scan from a flatbed or automatic document feeder, including duplex scanning. | The product supports TWAIN scanners, automatic document feeders and duplex scanning. |
NAPS2 plans
- FreeFree
- NAPS2Free
OCR Console plans
- Barcode recognition€699, paid once
- Text recognition (OCR)€899, paid once
- Text recognition, PDF and XPS output€1,019, paid once
- Text and barcode recognition€1,099, paid once
- Text and barcode recognition, PDF and XPS output€1,219, paid once
Pick NAPS2 if…
NAPS2 suits individuals and organizations that need document scanning across Windows, macOS, or Linux, including users who want searchable PDFs or batch scanning. Developers can also use its command-line interface or .NET library for scanning workflows.
Pick OCR Console if…
OCR Console suits organizations that need to automate OCR and batch handling on Windows. It may fit teams processing scanned documents that need layout preservation, barcode handling, or workflow integration.