The Best Flatbed Scanners
We compared six flatbed scanners on owner ratings, expert reviews, and specs. The Canon CanoScan LiDE 400 is our top pick for its balance of speed, resolution, and ease of use.
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The bottom line
The Canon CanoScan LiDE 400 is our top pick for a flatbed scanner, balancing speed, resolution, and ease of use at $97.99. The Canon Canoscan Lide 300 Scanner is a close second at $75, offering similar features at a lower price but with occasional connectivity issues. For a budget pick, the Epson Perfection V19 II at $67.99 offers high-quality scans and easy software, though with slightly lower owner ratings.
Canon CanoScan LiDE 400 $97.99
Best balance of speed, resolution, and ease
The Canon CanoScan LiDE 400 offers high-speed scanning at 4800 x 4800 dpi for $97.99, with 8.2/10 from 2638 owner ratings. It includes USB Type-C for power and data, and EZ Buttons for ease. Skip if you need higher resolution or have USB hub connectivity issues.
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Canon Canoscan Lide 300 Scanner $75.00
Affordable with good scan quality
The Canon Canoscan Lide 300 Scanner at $75 offers USB connectivity and Auto Scan Mode, with 8.4/10 from 4606 owner ratings. It's praised for its ease of use and reliability, though some users report occasional connectivity issues.
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Epson Perfection V19 II $67.99
High-quality scans at a lower price
The Epson Perfection V19 II at $67.99 offers 4800 dpi optical resolution and Epson ScanSmart software, with 7.8/10 from 1202 owner ratings. It's suitable for restoring faded photos and scanning books, though with slightly lower owner ratings.
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- Canon CanoScan LiDE 400 Best balance of speed, resolution, and ease 9.0/10 $97.99 Amazon
- Canon Canoscan Lide 300 Scanner Affordable with good scan quality, occasional connectivity issues 8.5/10 $75.00 Amazon
- Epson Perfection V19 II High-quality scans at a lower price, slightly lower owner ratings 8.0/10 $67.99 Amazon
- Epson Perfection V39 II High resolution, versatile scanning, but lower owner ratings 7.5/10 $117.00 Amazon
- VIISAN VF3240 A3 Scanner High-resolution, fast scanning for large documents, limited compatibility 7.0/10 $369.99 Amazon
- Plustek Photo Scanner ePhoto Z300 Fast scanning for photos, lower quality scans, not a flatbed scanner 6.0/10 $149.95 Amazon
Who should buy which
The Canon CanoScan LiDE 400 is best for those who need a balance of speed, resolution, and ease of use. The Canon Canoscan Lide 300 Scanner is a good choice for those on a budget who still want reliable scanning. The Epson Perfection V19 II is suitable for users who need high-quality scans at a lower price point.
Also-rans
The Epson Perfection V39 II, despite its high resolution, has lower owner ratings and is not as well-received. The VIISAN VF3240 A3 Scanner, while fast and high-resolution, is limited in compatibility and is more expensive. The Plustek Photo Scanner ePhoto Z300, though fast and convenient, is not a flatbed scanner and has lower scan quality.