Out with the old, in with the new
When my old flatbed scanner started to die, I decided that it was time to upgrade to a more mobile unit. I had looked at the Brother DSmobile® 600 many times, but by the time I was in “shopping mode,” Brother had replaced that model with the DSmobile® 620. I, for one, am glad they did.
Unchained
I had recently unchained myself from my office and began working in coffee shops, shared workspaces, and at home, so I needed something that would easily fit into my messenger bag and not weigh me down as I bicycle to work.
I also needed to be sure that the scanner was fast and reproduced the same quality as my old flatbed. I chose the Brother DSmobile® 620 Document Scanner, and after six months of use, I’m impressed.
Versatility
Another important feature that I required was versatility. I work as a web designer and search engine marketer and I needed a scanner that would work with all three of my computers, running OSX, Ubuntu, and Windows 7. The DSmobile® 620 did not disappoint.
While other scanners boast that they can scan more pages per minute, the DSmobile 620 clocks in at a respectable 8 pages per minute, both in color and black and white. I didn’t find this to be much of a drawback at all, though if I were scanning hundreds of pages at a time, it could have become burdensome.
Software
This scanner software allowed me to scan directly to a variety of file locations, most importantly via FTP. The ability to scan dozens of photos and documents, and have them available to my team within a few minutes is extremely convenient, and saves me the hassle of having to email someone each time a new file is available. They just know. I’m considering purchasing a few of these for each of my field team for the FTP upload alone.
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Power Source
The Brother DSmobile 620 can operate via both USB power, and included AC adapter. It also weighs less than one pound and conveniently fits in my messenger bag. This makes it the perfect option for someone who doesn’t work in the same location constantly.
The only drawback I’ve encountered thus far is the Brother DSmobile is only a single-sided scanner, though it would likely be much larger and heavier as a duplex scanner, negating some of it’s best features.
To sum up
If you’re looking to take your office on the road, or simply looking for a home scanner with a small footprint and a respectable feature set, the Brother DSmobile 620 Document Scanner is an affordable choice that won’t disappoint.
My Rating
The DSmobile® 620 receives a rating of:
****4 1/2 stars out of 5*****
Price Comparisons
While I make every effort to keep these price comparisons up-to-date, retailers do change their pricing frequently.
Please use this comparison as a guide only!
Amazon.com…………$92.24 (free shipping, no tax)*
NewEgg.com…………$99.99 (free shipping, no tax)*
TigerDirect.com…..$99.99 (shipping, no tax)*
Walmart.com………..$99.99 (free shipping, plus tax)
*no tax is dependent upon your state residency.
Features From the Manufacturer
The Brother™ DS-620 mobile scanner is perfect for the mobile professional who needs a powerful scanner that will slide right into a briefcase or business bag. It’s ideal for capturing business documents, as well as receipts, business cards, laminated identification cards, invoices, photographs, and more. It scans at up to 1200×1200 dpi resolution (interpolated) and 600×600 dpi (optical), with fast color and black/white scan speeds of up to 8ppm‡. Its small size, USB power, and valuable suite of scanning software make it a great fit for on-the-road, home or small offices with limited space, too!
- Fast Scan Speeds – Up to 8 pages per minute in both color and black/white‡
- Compact and Lightweight – Under 12″ in length and weighs less than 1 lb.
- High-Precision Scanning – Up to 600 x 600 dpi optical resolution
- Versatile Media Handling – Easily scans documents, photos, receipts, business and plastic I.D. cards, and more – from business card size up to 8.5″(W) x 32″(L)
- Bundled with a Versatile Software Suite – Including desktop document management, OCR, and business card management programs
- Powered via the included USB cable – No wall outlet required
- Compatible with BR-Receipts‡ – Receipt management software that offers organization of scanned receipts and data exporting to Quicken® and QuickBooks®
- Windows®, Mac®, and Linux® compatible
- Outstanding Support – Includes a one-year limited warranty plus free phone support for the life of the product
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Specifications From the Manufacturer
| Scanning Speed ‡ | Up to 8 pages/minute (monochrome & color) |
| Two-Sided (Duplex) Scanning | No |
| Automatic Document Feeder | No |
| Standard Interface(s) | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| LCD Display | No |
| Maximum Paper Capacity | 1 sheet |
| Max. Optical Resolution | Up to 600 x 600 dpi |
| Max. Interpolated Resolution | Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Direct Scanning Destinations ‡ | File, Image, OCR, E-mail, FTP, Shared Folder, and Print (Mac®: File, Image, and OCR only) |
| Scanning Modes | 24-bit color, 8-bit (256 levels) gray scale, 1-bit monochrome |
| Image Sensor | Single CIS (Contact Image Sensor) |
| Daily Duty Cycle ‡ | Up to 100 pages |
| Searchable PDF ‡ | Yes |
| Plastic Card Scanning | Yes |
| Software Included | Nuance™ PaperPort™ 12SE (Windows®), Presto!® PageManager® 9 (Mac®), Presto!® BizCard® 6, Button Manager V2 (Windows®), DSmobileCapture |
| Acceptable Media Types | Paper, receipts, photos, business cards, plastic/laminated cards |
| Max. Paper Size (single sheet) | 8.5″ (W) x 32″ (L) |
| Minimum Paper Size | 2.2″ (W) x 3.5″ (L) |
| Plastic Card Sizes (min. / max.) | 1.57″ x 1.57″ / 3.4″ x 3.4″ |
| Media Weights | 16lb. – 28lb. |
| Receipt Thickness | 0.04mm – 0.8mm |
| Plastic Card Thickness | Up to 0.8mm |
| Power Source | USB-powered |
| Operating System Compatibility | Windows® XP, Windows® Vista®, Windows® 7, Windows® 8, Mac® OS X v10.6.x – v10.8.x, Linux® |
| Scan Drivers Included ‡ | TWAIN, SANE |
| Power Consumption | 1.0W Ready, 2.5W Scanning |
| Unit Dimensions (W” x D” x H”) | 11.4″ x 2.1″ x 1.4″ |
| Unit Weight | 0.88 lb. |
| Cable Length | 4-ft. detachable micro USB cable |
| Operating Environment: Temperature | 41°F – 95°F (5°C – 35°C) |
| Operating Environment: Humidity | 15% – 85% |
| Carton Contents | DSmobile® 620 Scanner, Micro USB Cable, Carrier Sheet, Calibration Sheet, Cleaning Cloth, Soft Carrying Bag, Installation DVD with software and drivers, User’s Manual (printable from DVD), Quick Setup Guide, Warranty Sheet, and Product Registration Sheet |
| Carton Weight (lbs) | 1.98 lbs |
| Carton Dimensions (W” x D”x H”) | 13.9″ x 10″ x 2.4″ |
| UPC Code | 012502635437 |
| Warranty | 1-Year Limited |
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