ScanSnap vs. Neat Receipts? Does anyone have any comparative data between the two machines?
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I have both, and the ScanSnap gets my vote. The Neat Receipts idea is great, but the software didn't deliver. It was good at character recognition, but after scanning only 100 documents/receipts or so, it started loading extremely slowly, and got slower and slower each time I scanned a new receipt. It was basically useless, unless you want to wait 10-15 minutes for it to load, and the same amount of time to scan one receipt. I don't know about you, but my paper backlog amounts to a lot more than 100 receipts. I went out and purchased the ScanSnap. There's no character recognition, but if you just want to digitize your documents and receipts, the ScanSnap is your product. Compared to the Neat Receipts scanner (when first purchased) it is as fast (or faster) with single or double sided scanning. It automatically detects blank pages, and it has never once jammed. It creates a pdf wherever you want it saved, and I can easily email the document (which I often do, instead of faxing). ScanSnap is still as fast as the day I opened the box. It gets my vote hands down. Maybe someday they'll add character recognition to the included software.
1445035
Don't know about the Neat Desk, but Scansnap has been completely flawless! I am getting pretty heavy into scanning all my paper docs, have not had even one little burp since day 1. No issues whatsoever!
1330114
I wouldn't know as it doesn't come with any software. Just the device, a cloth to wipe the reading glass. It's really only good for business cards or small articles like receipts or an article in a journal. Not for full page scanning.
2264431
I dont know to be honest. All I know was that the version I had crashed constantly. To top it off, I was casually informed by their customer service one day that about 2 years worth of saved receipts and documents were gone. No notices, or heads up about this.. just sorry, they are now gone.. I wouldn't buy a ream of paper from this company much less a piece of equipment to scan valuable documents..
1542746
I only use the basic scanning software. I wasn't very fond of the card tracking software, and I'm not sure it includes a receipt manager. But from the reviews, this scanner is far better than Neat. And hardware-wise, I've been very happy with the Fujitsu. I do however use a service from shoeboxed.com to manage my receipts. This might be more of what you're looking for.
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It will OCR the receipt and as long as you have software that can look into the contents of the file, such as Hazel for Mac, http://www.noddlesoft.com, yes. But the software that comes with the ScanSnap itself will not. Hope that helps.
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Basically, the first model needs to connect to a computer in order to work. You need to load the NEAT software, and you can then either sync to the NEAT Cloud service or house your scans locally or both. With this latest model, you have the option to simply sync to the cloud and bypass the hookup to the computer. You can then sit it near the door or on the coffee table and scan your receipts and file them as you walk in the door (at least that's what I do). No computer needed. However, you can download it to a computer elsewhere in your house if you like from the Cloud or just log in on the website and look at your receipts. Hope this helps. Basically, the first model needs to connect to a computer in order to work. You need to load the NEAT software, and you can then either sync to the NEAT Cloud service or house your scans locally or both. With this latest model, you have the option to simply sync to the cloud and bypass the hookup to the computer. You can then sit it near the door or on the coffee table and scan your receipts and file them as you walk in the door (at least that's what I do). No computer needed. However, you can download it to a computer elsewhere in your house if you like from the Cloud or just log in on the... » Read More Basically, the first model needs to connect to a computer in order to work. You need to load the NEAT software, and you can then either sync to the NEAT Cloud service or house your scans locally or both. With this latest model, you have the option to simply sync to the cloud and bypass the hookup to the computer. You can then sit it near the door or on the coffee table and scan your receipts and file them as you walk in the door (at least that's what I do). No computer needed. However, you can download it to a computer elsewhere in your house if you like from the Cloud or just log in on the website and look at your receipts. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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I have no idea - while the scanner has proved to be a good quality scanner, we gave up after lousy support to use the data the read, we just use the scanned files. it's a shame, really, as the concept appears great - but then again, their system can not even interpret any receipts in Euros.
2050582
the feed depends alot on the quality of the receipt paper. if it's thin/slick/wrinkly your results will vary. the most reliable feed of receipts will come from using the clear plastic sleeve.
849411
I used and enjoyed Neat Receipts for many, many years going from version 1 through 3+ then they came out with the last two versions that are totally worthless. The scanning works fine but the software receipt management is worse than throwing every receipt into a bag. Solution ??Yea very easy For receipts & documents I use the CamScanner app on my iPhone. Works great. For contacts ScanBizCards on iPhone works every time and sends the scanned cards to my computer contact database. Last week needed to review a few hundred documents and copy about 50. CamScanner did the job fater than could have been done with Neat Receipts and I never experienced a scanner jamb. I used and enjoyed Neat Receipts for many, many years going from version 1 through 3+ then they came out with the last two versions that are totally worthless. The scanning works fine but the software receipt management is worse than throwing every receipt into a bag. Solution ??Yea very easy For receipts & documents I use the CamScanner app on my iPhone. Works great. For contacts ScanBizCards on iPhone works every time and sends the scanned cards to my computer contact database. Last week needed to review a few hundred documents and copy about 50. CamScanner did the job fater... » Read More I used and enjoyed Neat Receipts for many, many years going from version 1 through 3+ then they came out with the last two versions that are totally worthless. The scanning works fine but the software receipt management is worse than throwing every receipt into a bag. Solution ??Yea very easy For receipts & documents I use the CamScanner app on my iPhone. Works great. For contacts ScanBizCards on iPhone works every time and sends the scanned cards to my computer contact database. Last week needed to review a few hundred documents and copy about 50. CamScanner did the job fater than could have been done with Neat Receipts and I never experienced a scanner jamb. « Show Less
2149806
The simple answer is yes, Neat desk can scan photos. The scanner is fast and will work with other software such as Paperport. But the Neat software is tailored more for a financial mission and the scanner does not have a guide for all paper sizes.
1980661
Still looking for ScanSnap Manager V3.0. If anyone can be of help, I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks!
1373190
Does the ScanSnap S1500 have an adjustable paper guide in order to handle business checks which would be my main use.Does the ScanSnap allow you to save files that you have created using Windows 7
220502
Whoops meant to say I have an hp 6500 and also hp 8500. I much prefer the scansnap.
650016
I am on Windows 7 Home Edition and I haven't had any issues connecting or otherwise with the ScanSnap; I've been very happy with it.
1542743
I am not aware of this capability. It's VERY easy, however, to set up a folder for each vendor and file the receipts within. I have had this scanner for over 3 months and literally use it on a daily basis and could not be more pleased with its performance and features.
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First, look at the sales rankings on Amazon and take them seriously. Notice the reviews of the Neato and it's enough to put you on to the Fujitsu with great speedo. And when it's a significant number of reviews, like way up in the double digits, you know they haven't been skewed by company reps, etc. But I've just found a review of a Canon personal scanner--the Formula P150--that ranks it above the Fuj. 1100 and 1500. The haven't reviewed the Fuj. 1300, but in my mind Canon trumps Fujitsu, just as Fujitsu trumps Neato (except perhaps in television hype).