A black braille display with grey control buttons above a row of braille cells.

Orbit Reader 20 Plus

by Orbit Research

$899.00, see price history

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Setup with instructions It works on its own right out of the box, so a family member or the user can start taking notes or reading books quickly. Getting the most from it means pairing it with a computer or phone and learning the menus and keys. That is manageable with the manual or a tutorial, so guided setup fits. A braille teacher can help if the person is new to electronic braille.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026

The Orbit Reader 20 Plus is a 20-cell, eight-dot braille device that works three ways. You can use it by itself as a note-taker or book reader, or connect it to a computer or phone by USB or Bluetooth and use it as a braille display for a screen reader. It translates text into braille and back again on the device, with support for 40+ languages. It also has a clock and alarm, a calendar, and a calculator. It has eight braille input keys, panning keys at each end of the display, an SD-card slot, and a rechargeable battery. It's a good fit for someone who already reads braille and wants one portable tool for notes, books, email, and web browsing. The connected-device features work with Android, iOS, Windows, Fire OS, Chrome, and Linux.

Getting it

Try before you buy

Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.

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Where to get it

MaxiAids Visit
$899.00
LS&S Visit
$899.00
Independent Living Aids Visit
$899.00

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How to fund this

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Details

Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
Type
Addresses
Platform
Age range
Complexity
Setup with instructions
Price
$899.00
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Medicaid waiver
  • Out of pocket
  • School district
  • Vocational rehab

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Charge the unit over USB, then use it on its own as a note-taker or book reader.
  • With a guide
    1. Pair it by Bluetooth or plug it in by USB to your computer, phone, or tablet, and turn on the screen reader you use.
    2. Practice the panning keys, braille input keys, and translation settings. Expect about 30 to 60 minutes to feel comfortable.

Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from MaxiAids — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked November 4, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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