Plustek OpticSlim 2420

29 reviews

Apr, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 29 reviews of Plustek OpticSlim 2420. The average rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews.

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Plustek OpticSlim 2420 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 74/100 = Good quality.

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Did not get Rebate either

I'm not completely out of luck since the scanner does work ok, but I'm making it my life's mission to warn others about this manufacturer's unreliable rebates.

Scanner works ok.

Bought the scanner in February 2008 and sent in rebate within 30 days. Have received nothing since then. I sent multiple E-mails with attached PDFs of submitted rebate to the address on the rebate form with no response. I called once, they took my name...

Oct, 2008

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Totally Worthless

This is the most worthless product I've bought in three or four years. Overpriced unless you can actually make money by buying it. Even then I'd suggest you throw the unopened box away.

Small. Won't take up much room in your trash can.

Horrible software. Will NOT work on Vista on my new Thinkpad despite trying others' techniques for one entire day. On XP, scans once after fresh boot. If you then close the TWAIN app, will not relaunch auto or manually. Must reboot. 68 minutes with...

Jun, 2008

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Scanner is working fine

I trust Newegg more than any other online tech store right now. I think they are more careful with their rebate offers than other stores.

Much faster than my AIO printer/copier/scanner. Small, USB powered so no extra power brick. Included software useful and works with Windows 98SE (can't count on current peripherals to go back that far). Great deal for price (provided rebate comes...

Somewhat steep learning curve with included S/W. Had to play with it awhile to figure out how it works, but OK for the price (included with scanner). S/W won't do searchable PDFs (my AIO scanner, bought over a year ago, will)

Mar, 2008

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

CHEAP NOT Recommended

Plustek should upgrade the software. It least make the UI better(not something like an software in Windows 3.11). Have not tried it with Ubuntu yet, do not expect it to work.

Too Cheap to reject. Do not need a power adapter. Acceptable imaginge quality. Once it is working, it is nice

Do not support Vista perfectly. Take a little long time to make it working on a WinXP Computer. The software is totally old-fashioned. Get a Canon or something if you want everything simple and clean. This is not some plug&play baby, you might have to...

Mar, 2008

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

You won't get the rebate!

Scanner is convenient and of does an acceptable job, but the accompanying software is poor ; I bought the scanner in December and immediately sent in my rebate application and have heard nothing. There's no web site to check on rebate status, and they...

Small size

Mar, 2008

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Dont rely on Rebate

I have purchased this product last year nov-dec and did not get the rebate yet. they dont have site a to verify the rebate status.

good scanner

poor software

Feb, 2008

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

great portable scanner XP laptop 3 years running so far

I would recommend this scanner based on price, ease of use, scan quality, size, portability, lack of XP problems, and size.

I don't intend to use Vista and have not wanted to use Vista, so my review only concerns XP. I have installed the supplied drivers on 3 different laptops (Sony Z505s, Dell Inspiron 700m and 710m) and 3 different desktops (all Asus mobo's). I scan using...

The motor squeaks a bit now and I worry that the scans won't be smooth - but still haven't had a problem. Yeah, the USB port is on the side instead of on the back, but so what?

Feb, 2008

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

great portable scanner XP laptop 3 years running so far

I would recommend this scanner based on price, ease of use, scan quality, size, portability, lack of XP problems, and size. If you buy from NewEgg (one of the few things that I own that I haven't bought from NewEgg) then you don't have to worry about...

The motor squeaks a bit now and I worry that the scans won't be smooth - but still haven't had a problem. Yeah, the USB port is on the side instead of on the back, but so what

Feb, 2008

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Plustek 2420 Scanner

Would have like the USB connecting to be at the rear of the scanner. Minor concern, not a deal killer....

My Visioneer stopped working. Logged into Newegg for a scanner. Came across the Plustek 2420. Great price. Worked out of the box. Scans, prints, etc. are excellent. Money well spent

None

Feb, 2008

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Nice unit if hooked up directly

I wanted a slim, small footprint scanner vs. the traditional flatbed desk stealer. I had to chose between the Canon and this unit, and feel I made the right choice for me so far. Scans come out very nice, the machine is very quiet, scans pretty fast...

Price. Very light and compact. Very quiet. No AC power supply (*) needed, multiple holders for slides, negatives, the UFO etc. Enough hot buttons to cover all my needs plus (1) custom which is a must on any scanner I buy

(*) the power supplied through the USB cable is a nice feature, but the cord is a bit short (5' 2") and limits placement options. I've tried (2) different "powered" USB hubs to extend the cable, and different brand longer cables to no avail. Scanners...

Feb, 2008

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