NAPS2
7.4#3 in document scanning softwareFree planFree planAPILinuxmacOSWindows
VisitNAPS2 vs ScanPapyrus
ScanPapyrus
6.1#13 in document scanning software$19.90 one-timeWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | NAPS2 | ScanPapyrus |
|---|---|---|
| OCR | Tesseract-based OCR creates searchable PDFs in more than 100 languages. | Text recognition uses online OCR services, requires an internet connection and an account with the service, and can output searchable PDF, Word, or plain text. |
| Purpose | NAPS2 is free, open source scanning software for scanning documents and saving them as PDF, TIFF, JPEG, or PNG. | ScanPapyrus is Windows scanner software for scanning documents, books, and printed photos. |
NAPS2 plans
- FreeFree
- NAPS2Free
ScanPapyrus plans
- Home License$19.90, paid once
- Commercial License$59.90, 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 ScanPapyrus if…
ScanPapyrus suits Windows users who scan documents, books, or printed photos and want batch capture, image cleanup, or online OCR. The Home License is for non-commercial use, while office users need a Commercial License.