Scanmarker Reader
by LS&S
Last verified June 18, 2026 · classified April 26, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · April 26, 2026
The Scanmarker Reader is a pen-shaped scanning device that you drag across a printed line of text, which is then read aloud through a companion app on your phone or computer — almost instantly, as you scan. It's designed for someone who struggles to read printed material due to low vision, dyslexia, or a learning difference, and who needs a portable, hands-on tool rather than a desktop setup. You get the pen itself plus access to the web-based app, which lets you adjust font size, background color, line spacing, reading speed, and voice — the app runs in Chrome and requires an internet connection and a Bluetooth 4.1-capable device. This is not a standalone device — it depends entirely on a paired phone or computer with internet access, so it won't work independently in settings without connectivity.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- School district
- Vocational rehab
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
Charge the pen via USB before first use. - With a guide
- Enable Bluetooth on your phone or computer and pair the Scanmarker pen.
- Open the Scanmarker app in the Chrome browser on your connected device.
- Adjust display settings (font size, background color, voice speed) to your preference.
- Use the included line guide to track text, then drag the pen across a printed line to scan and hear it read aloud — allow 15-30 minutes total for initial setup. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
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.
Where to Get It
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How to Fund This
Equipment like this is often pursued through official state programs. These are common starting points — each program decides its own eligibility and what it covers, so the first step is always a phone call.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from LS&S — view on vendor site; last verified June 18, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on April 26, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.