When it comes to payment methods today, checks are getting dated, but they still have their uses. Checks are commonly used for important transactions such as paying rent or receiving payroll. Even though the demographic for check users is dwindling, firms that deal with large sums of money daily will always have a use for check scanners. Below are check scanners from each of our favorite providers.

Panini Vision X

The Panini Vision X is the most popular check scanner on the market among financial institutions of all sizes as well as post offices and business users. The Vision X has close to a million worldwide installations in total. The Vision X helps financial institutions in teller, branch and remote applications, and it is equally effective for non-check applications dealing with payment slips, utility bills, meal vouchers, lottery tickets and similarly sized coupons. The Panini Vision X is a best-in-class reliability for distributed capture based on our core competencies of system scalability, superior image quality, MICR read accuracy, flawless document handling, and professional services. (Click here to see the Panini Vision X)

Digital Check CheXpress CX30

The Panini family of check scanners is a best-in-class reliability for distributed capture based on core competencies of system scalability, superior image quality, MICR read accuracy, flawless document handling, and professional services. The CheXpress CX30 was the first check scanner designed specifically for remote deposit capture, as a lower-cost alternative to the high-speed, multi-feed models employed at the teller window. The CX30 includes all the essential capabilities for check image capture, including bank-quality MICR and OCR, straight-through or feed-and-return duplex scanning, and optional inkjet endorsement. It is also available with UV check capture capability for international markets. (Click here to see the Digital Check CheXpress CX30)

MagTek Mini MICR 3800

The Mini MICR 3800 Check Reader is small in size and economically priced. It can read checks in numerous formats. It has a small footprint and a high accuracy. Optimized to reduce transaction time and manual entry errors, the MICR is a single-feed MICR reader with a reliable and durable design. Ideal for retail applications where fast and accurate MICR reading is required, the Mini MICR offers a range of interface options, including connectivity to the most popular POS terminals. With a simple drop-and-push check feed movement, the Mini MICR significantly speeds check verification and conversion. (Click here to see the MagTek Mini MICR 3800)