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VueScan
vuescan · v9.8.59
2
6.5
App that provides drivers for older model scanners that are no longer supported
brew install --cask vuescan 88
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Trust Score 2/10
✗ Open source +0
✗ Active development +0
✗ Licensed +0
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v9.8.5921d ago9.8.58→9.8.59
1mo ago9.8.57→9.8.58
1mo ago9.8.56→9.8.57
3mo ago9.8.55→9.8.56
4mo ago9.8.54→9.8.55
5mo ago9.8.53→9.8.54
5mo ago9.8.52→9.8.53
Review
Mar 10, 2026VueScan is a unique app that provides drivers and support for older model scanners no longer supported by manufacturers. It offers advanced scanning features and supports over 6500 scanner models, benefiting users with older hardware.
VueScan provides drivers and software support for older scanners that are no longer officially supported.
Maturity: The project shows limited activity with no recent commits and minimal community involvement.
Community: There is some discussion on Hacker News about VueScan's support for abandoned scanners, but Reddit posts primarily focus on cracks and piracy.
Pros
- + Supports a vast number of older scanner models
- + Provides advanced scanning features
- + Available as a paid program with support
Cons
- - No auto-updates
- - Limited community traction and activity
Community Mentions
Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown