Epson WorkForce ES-C380W Compact Desktop Document Scanner
The Epson WorkForce ES-C380W is a compact desktop document scanner built for offices and retail counters that need to digitise paperwork without tying up a computer. It scans at 30ppm/60ipm from a 20-sheet automatic document feeder and is rated for up to 3,500 pages a day.
Compatibility
- Connects via USB 2.0 or Wi-Fi Direct — set it up at a shared desk or POS counter without running a cable to every PC.
- Works with Windows and Mac computers. Supported OS versions are updated with each driver release, so check Epson's current driver page for your exact system before buying, especially on an older machine.
- No PC required for everyday use: the 2.4-inch colour touchscreen lets you start scans straight from the device.
Specs at a glance
- Model: Epson WorkForce ES-C380W (B11B269501)
- Product type: genuine Epson hardware — a desktop document scanner (not a print cartridge)
- Scan speed: 30ppm / 60ipm, single-pass duplex (scans both sides in one feed)
- Feeder: 20-sheet automatic document feeder, rated for up to 3,500 pages per day
- Screen: 2.4-inch colour touchscreen with Power, Home, and Help buttons
- Media range: from business-card and passport size up to long documents (8.5" x 220"), using U-turn or straight-path feeding depending on paper thickness
- Pack quantity: 1 scanner unit
- Warranty: 12 months return-to-base
Who it's for
Built for small offices, reception desks, and retail back-counters that process invoices, receipts, contracts, or ID documents and need them filed digitally, not just scanned once and forgotten. Direct scan-to-email, FTP, SharePoint, and network-folder options mean paperwork lands exactly where your filing system already expects it — no extra software step required.
Why this is the right pick
If you're weighing this against a basic flatbed or a bulkier office scanner, the ES-C380W's case for a busy front desk comes down to three things: it feeds and files 20 sheets at a time without supervision, it handles awkward media (business cards, passports, receipts, long contracts) in the same unit, and it doesn't need a PC switched on to send a finished scan where it needs to go. That combination suits a shop or office restocking its document workflow, not just its printer.
Is the Epson WorkForce ES-C380W compatible with Windows and Mac?
Yes — it works with both Windows and Mac via USB 2.0 or Wi-Fi Direct. Check Epson's driver page for your exact OS version before buying.
What's the difference between U-turn and straight-path scanning?
U-turn path saves desk space for everyday paper, while straight-path is gentler on thicker items like ID cards, passports, or heavier stock.
Can I scan to email or a shared folder without a computer?
Yes — the 2.4-inch touchscreen scans directly to email, FTP, SharePoint, a network folder, or a connected printer, no PC needed.
How many pages can this scanner handle, and how fast is it?
It scans at 30ppm/60ipm duplex and is rated for up to 3,500 pages a day, fed from a 20-sheet ADF.
Can it scan business cards, passports, receipts, and long documents?
Yes — media ranges from 2" x 2" business-card size up to 8.5" x 220" long documents, including passports and receipts.
Is this a good fit for digitising receipts and invoices?
Yes — scan-to-email, scan-to-folder, and long-document handling suit invoice and receipt digitisation for small offices and retail counters.
Does it need to stay connected to a computer while scanning?
No — once it's on Wi-Fi, the touchscreen starts most scans (email, cloud, network folder) without a PC running.
What's the warranty, and what's included in the box?
It carries Epson's 12-month return-to-base warranty. Check the packaging for exact included accessories — not confirmed on the current listing.
