NAPS2
7.4#3 in document scanning softwareFree planFree planAPILinuxmacOSWindows
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Quick Scan
5.5#22 in scanner softwareWindows
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| Fact | NAPS2 | Quick Scan |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | The latest NAPS2 release is available for Windows, Mac, and Linux; the current Mac version requires macOS 12 or later and current Windows versions support Windows 10 and 11. | Prebuilt binaries target Windows 11, Windows 10 version 1607 or later, Windows 8.1, Windows 7 SP1, and specified Windows Server versions. |
| Purpose | NAPS2 is free, open source scanning software for scanning documents and saving them as PDF, TIFF, JPEG, or PNG. | Quick Scan scans images from WIA-compatible scanners and automatically saves them with minimal user interaction. |
| Scanner support | It supports WIA and TWAIN drivers and can scan from a flatbed or automatic document feeder, including duplex scanning. | Quick Scan requires a WIA-compatible scanner and does not support the TWAIN interface. |
NAPS2 plans
- FreeFree
- NAPS2Free
Quick Scan plans
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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 Quick Scan if…
Quick Scan may suit Windows users who repeatedly scan items such as books, DVDs, or magazines and want automatic filenames. It requires a WIA-compatible scanner rather than TWAIN.