Epson Scan 2 vs Skanpage

Epson Scan 2 is scanning software for Epson scanners and multifunction printers, with a graphical interface for scanner settings and saving scans in different file types. It supports USB connections and network scanning for compatible scanners. On Linux, network scanning requires installation of a plug-in package. Scans can also be started from the command line using a settings file, without opening the main window. Available image adjustments include background removal, text enhancement, color adjustment, descreening, color restoration, backlight correction, and skew correction. The Linux manual documents JPEG, PDF, TIFF, and Multi-TIFF output options. For OCR workflows, Auto Area Segmentation separates text from graphics, while Threshold can help OCR programs recognize text. Epson lists versions for Windows, macOS, and Linux, but supported operating systems and settings depend on the scanner model. Epson's Linux manual says the software has no official support and is distributed without warranty. Epson Scan 2 is free, but requires an Epson scanner or multifunction printer.

Skanpage is a free Linux scanning application focused on multi-page documents, while also handling single-page documents and images. It works with flatbed and automatic document feeder scanners and provides configurable device options. Scanned pages can be reordered, rotated, or deleted before saving. The application exports multi-page scans as PDF documents and can save image files; OCR is included. KDE lists Skanpage under the GPL-2.0+ license. Linux installation is available through AppStream application stores or a distribution package manager, with a Flathub link. KDE provides links to the source code, bug-reporting page, and a community discussion forum. Its software privacy policy says software generally does not transmit information from a user’s device unless an explicit action occurs. KDE e.V., a registered non-profit organization, represents the KDE Community in legal and financial matters. The listed plan is free, with no free trial needed.