A black braille notetaker with a full row of keys above a long refreshable braille cell display.

Mantis Q40 braille display

by HumanWare

$2,699.00, see price history

Last seen at this price on May 3, 2026. We haven’t been able to check it since, so confirm it with the vendor.

Professional guidance helps You can use it on its own out of the box. But most people will pair it with a screen reader or phone, and getting good results takes some setup and learning. A professional's help with choosing, connecting, and training makes a real difference, so professional help is recommended rather than required.

What it is

Summary

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

The Mantis Q40 combines a QWERTY keyboard with a 40-cell refreshable braille display, which raises and lowers small pins to show text as braille. It connects over Bluetooth to a screen reader or smartphone so you can read and type in braille on those devices. It can also be used on its own as a standalone device. If you read braille and want one tool for both typing and reading, this is built for that.

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

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$2,699.00

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How to fund this

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Details

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Age range
Complexity
Professional guidance helps
Price
$2,699.00
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Out of pocket
  • School district
  • Vocational rehab

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Power it on and use it on its own as a standalone device.
  • With a guide
    Pair the Mantis over Bluetooth with your phone or computer, then turn on braille support in your screen reader. Plan on 30 to 60 minutes the first time.
  • With professional help
    A teacher of students with visual impairments or an assistive technology professional can help match the display to your screen reader and devices, and teach the commands. Allow one or two sessions. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.

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Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from HumanWare — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked May 3, 2026.

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

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