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The next generation of reading pens

Students, parents, employees—at any time in your life you can find out that you need reading support. A good assistive technology is life changing. That's where a text-to-speech pen scanner comes in. Welcome to Scanning Pens, the world’s favourite place to find reading support!

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C-Pen Reader 3 is a reading pen that takes literacy seriously. With new features to enhance accessibility and support users as they practice, its new language module and super-sleek touchscreen design make it easier than ever to read with confidence. It’s the perfect reading pen for dyslexia!

Reader 3

We’ve kept everything you loved from Australia’s number one reading support, the ReaderPen, and packed C-Pen Reader 2 new features aimed to boost inclusivity and expand the tools available for literacy growth. It’s the perfect reading pen for dyslexia.

Reader 2

Exam Reader 2 saves educators’ time, reduces costs, and supports students through the stress of sitting exams. Combining a super-simple lightweight device with reliable text-to-speech support, Exam Reader 2 is the perfect alternative to human reader.

Exam Reader 2

C-Pen Lingo 3 is a hybrid reading and translator pen specially designed for language learners… in 40+ world languages! Students use built-in dictionaries, translators and scanners to tackle their work independently, with everything they need at the touch of a button.

Lingo 3

Affordable language support for homework, travel & business. Even with 60+ languages to choose from, the e-pens explore scanner is a reading and language translation pen designed to keep it simple. Whether it’s for affordable, reliable homework support, practicing a new language, supporting travel needs or even business translation, the world is your oyster – on easy mode!

explore scanner

Use the C-Pen Secure Reader 2 for data security and reading support without compromise. Whether you have dyslexia or any other reading difference, feel supported even in environments where handling data-sensitive information is a concern.

Secure Reader 2

Why buy assistive technology with Scanning Pens?

Our journey doesn't end at delivery. With your pen scanner purchase, you'll receive FREE a wealth of support and training resources including in-depth lesson plans and engaging learning activities designed to complement dyslexia learning programs.

With text-to-speech innovation and accessible tools at your fingertips, you'll be fully equipped to provide life-changing dyslexia support in the classroom. Pretty impressive for such a small pen scanner!

What the Scanning Squad say...

  • “The C-Pen Reader 2 is a valuable tool. I have introduced it to several of my apprentices with dyslexia, who have had a massive jump in self-confidence.”

    Training Adviser, BCITO

  • “The Exam Reader 2 brings students more peace of mind and protects the integrity of exams. ECU’s Equity, Diversity and Disability Service recommend the Reader 2 and Exam Reader 2 as valuable tools.”

    Equity, Diversity & Disability Officer, Edith Cowan University

  • “We bought a Class Pack of 10 Reader 2s and decided they would be used in classes across the school, giving every student an opportunity to ‘have a go’ at using the pen.”

    Assistant Principal, Taylors Lake Primary School

  • “Not only did the Exam Reader 2 provide greater independence, the students were happy they got to complete their exams themselves, without intervention. The pen not only saved time - the students LOVED them!”

    Learning Support Teacher, Mackillop Catholic College Diocese of Broken Bay

  • “We have ordered several Reader Pens which are used by a number of different clients across a variety of ages. Younger clients with dyslexia love the fact that the pens are portable, and they can use them in cafes and restaurants to read the menus.”

  • “We have found the C-Pen Reader 2 easy to use, with a clear voice and is great value for those on a NDIS plan. We recommend the reading pen often.”

    Founder/Director, Moylan Care Group

The next generation of reading pens!