Standalone reading pen
Scanmarker Max
The most powerful standalone reading pen — no phone or computer required.
About $74.75/mo for 4 payments at checkout (where available)
Scanmarker Max reads aloud in 60+ languages with phonics support, exam-lock mode, and a hi-res camera — all without a phone or computer.
- Price
- $299
- Best for
- Students needing full independence — no phone required, exam-approved, phonics-ready.
- Works without phone/computer
- Fully standalone
- Text-to-speech
- 60 languages online, 30 offline
- Translation
- 112+ language pairs
- Exam-lock mode
- Included — disables Wi-Fi for testing
What makes Scanmarker Max different
Read aloud in 60+ languages (30 offline)
High-quality natural text-to-speech works 100% offline in 30 languages without Wi-Fi.
Translate across 112 languages
Instant on-screen translation between 112 language pairs, online or offline.
Phonics module for early & dyslexic readers
Breaks words into syllables and phoneme sounds, teaching how to decode rather than just reading aloud.
Certified exam-lock mode for test accommodations
Disables translation, Wi-Fi, and dictionary features with one tap to meet standardized testing rules.
Hi-res camera for fine print & curved pages
Captures small footnotes, mathematical subscripts, and glossy textbooks with zero blur.
Details
- OCR Speed
- < 1 second per line
- TTS Languages (online)
- 60
- TTS Languages (offline)
- 30
- Translation Languages
- 112
- Camera Resolution
- 3264 × 2448 px
- Display
- 2.4" color touchscreen
Common questions
Does Scanmarker Max work without a phone, computer, or Wi-Fi?
Yes. Scanmarker Max is a completely standalone device with its own built-in touchscreen, speaker, and processor. It reads aloud offline in 30 languages and translates text with zero internet or phone connection required.
Is Scanmarker Max approved for standardized tests and IEP accommodations?
Yes. Max includes a certified Exam-Lock mode that disables dictionary lookups, translation, and wireless features with a single tap. This allows students to receive read-aloud accommodations on state exams, SAT, ACT, and classroom tests while maintaining test security.
Can schools and districts purchase Scanmarker Max through ClassWallet or Purchase Orders?
Yes. Scanmarker is an authorized, registered ClassWallet vendor. Districts can also purchase via standard Purchase Orders (Net-30 terms), Title I, Title III, IDEA funding, or request a free 30-day trial kit.
What is the phonics module and how does it help dyslexic readers?
The phonics module breaks scanned words into individual grapheme-phoneme pairs and plays each syllable sound distinctly. Instead of passively reading for the student, it reinforces phonemic awareness and teaches decoding skills.
Compare & shop more
| Feature | Scanmarker Max$299 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Standalone pen | Accessory | Companion earbuds |
| Requires phone/PC | — | — | ✓ |
| Phonics module | ✓ | — | — |
| Exam-lock mode | ✓ | — | — |