--- product_id: 187217475 title: "DS-640 Compact Mobile Document Scanner, (Model: DS640)" brand: "brother" price: "S$258" currency: SGD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Brother" url: https://www.desertcart.sg/products/187217475-ds-640-compact-mobile-document-scanner-model-ds640 store_origin: SG region: Singapore --- # 16ppm blazing scan speed Ultra-compact <12in & 1.5lbs USB 3.0 powered, no outlet needed DS-640 Compact Mobile Document Scanner, (Model: DS640) **Brand:** brother **Price:** S$258 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Scan Fast, Scan Smart, Scan Anywhere — Your Mobile Office Just Got an Upgrade! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** DS-640 Compact Mobile Document Scanner, (Model: DS640) by brother - **How much does it cost?** S$258 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sg](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/187217475-ds-640-compact-mobile-document-scanner-model-ds640) ## Best For - brother enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted brother brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Blazing Fast Scans:** Keep pace with your busy day at 16 pages per minute, color or B&W, no slowdowns. - • **Plug & Play Freedom:** Powered via USB 3.0 cable—ditch the outlet, just connect to your laptop or PC and go. - • **Pocket-Sized Powerhouse:** Fits effortlessly in your bag or even a large pocket—scan anywhere, anytime. - • **Smart Image Optimization:** Automatic color detection, bleed-through prevention, OCR, and text enhancement for flawless digital docs. - • **Seamless Multi-Platform Support:** Compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux, plus TWAIN/WIA/ICA/SANE drivers for ultimate flexibility. ## Overview The Brother DS-640 is a lightweight, ultra-compact mobile document scanner delivering fast 16ppm color and B&W scans. Powered via USB 3.0, it offers true portability without sacrificing performance. Compatible across Windows, Mac, and Linux, it supports multiple scan destinations and advanced image optimization including OCR and background removal. Ideal for professionals on the move, it transforms paper documents into editable digital files with ease. ## Description With its compact design and simple workflow applications, the Brother DS-640 mobile scanner is ideal for on-the-go, small office/home office professionals. It scans color and B&W documents at up to 16ppm. The DS-640 measures less than 11. 8 inches long and weighs about 1. 5 pounds, so it’s easy to take with you wherever you go. The DS-640 handles a variety of documents up to 72 inches long and up to 72 pounds. bond weight paper. Easily scan business cards and plastic ID cards through the same location as other documents. Power the DS-640 scanner through the included micro USB 3. 0 cable to a laptop or PC to enable true on-the-go scanning from virtually anywhere. The included software lets you to scan to multiple “Scan-to” destinations including File, Image, OCR, Email, and cloud services. The DS-640 enables you to optimize images and text for storage and retrieval. Included document management and OCR software enables you to turn your hardcopy documents into editable Microsoft Word files for easy storage, retrieval and usability. Enhance scans with automatic color detection/adjustment, image rotation (PC only), bleed through prevention, background removal, text enhancement and color drop. Image optimization lets you enhance scans for optimum imaging. The DS-640 is compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux and supports TWAIN/WIA for PC/ICA for Mac/SANE drivers. The DS-640 scanner includes a one-year limited warranty. Disclaimers: Color and monochrome scan speed, letter size paper at 300dpi. When connected to a PC with applicable software. Drivers and bundled software available via download at solutions brother. Internet connection required. Refer to User Guide for more information. Review: Quick and convenient scanner - I hardly leave reviews but this thing really impressed me. It scans documents really fast and the quality of the scans are absolutely fantastic. It is surprisingly small. For my basic needs this thing is perfect. Scanning one page at a time could be an issue if you need to scan a ton of documents all at once but for my usage I will be scanning a few things at a time pretty randomly so this is not much of an issue for me. It works perfectly well with my MacBook Pro M5 using an Apple USB-C to USB-A adapter. I do wish this scanner came with USB-C but not a deal breaker. One cable from my computer powers the scanner so that is a bonus. The driver was a quick download and it works flawlessly. Review: Easy and fast scanner! - Love, Love, Love this Scanner! I work from home and I scan a lot using my Brother Printer. And it's great, no problems. But the printer is in a cabinet, lower shelf and awkward to get into to scan. So I purchased the Brother DS-640. I used it for the first time today - I scanned probably 20 docs; it was so easy, so fast! I keep it next to my desk, hardly takes up any space. Again, this is just my first day using it. But I am very pleased, very happy with this purchase. ## Features - FAST SPEEDS - Scans color and black and white documents a blazing speed up to 16ppm (1). Color scanning won’t slow you down as the color scan speed is the same as the black and white scan speed. - ULTRA COMPACT – At less than 1 foot in length and only about 1. 5lbs in weight you can fit this device virtually anywhere (a bag, a purse, even a pocket). - READY WHENEVER YOU ARE – The DS-640 mobile scanner is powered via an included micro USB 3. 0 cable allowing you to use it even where there is no outlet available. Plug it into you PC or laptop and you are ready to scan. - WORKS YOUR WAY – Use the Brother free iPrint&Scan desktop app for scanning to multiple “Scan-to” destinations like PC, Network, cloud services, Email and OCR. (2) Supports Windows, Mac and Linux and TWAIN/WIA for PC/ICA for Mac/SANE drivers. (3) - OPTIMIZE IMAGES AND TEXT – Automatic color detection/adjustment, image rotation (PC only), bleed through prevention/background removal, text enhancement, color drop to enhance scans. Software suite includes document management and OCR software. (4) ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B083R36CY4 | | Best Sellers Rank | #5,016 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #4 in Document Scanners | | Brand | Brother | | Built-In Media | Item | | Color Depth | 48, 24 | | Connection Type | USB | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 6,436 Reviews | | Greyscale Depth | 8-bit | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 1.99"D x 11.9"W x 1.45"H | | Item Type Name | Mobile Scanner | | Item Weight | 1 pounds | | Manufacturer | BROTHER | | Media Type | Business Card, Embossed Card, ID Card, Laminated Card, Plain Paper, Plastic Card, Receipt | | Minimum System Requirements | Supports Windows, Mac® and Linux® environments and TWAIN/WIA for PC/ICA for Mac/SANE drivers.‡ | | Model Name | Compact | | Optical Sensor Technology | CIS | | Product Dimensions | 1.99"D x 11.9"W x 1.45"H | | Resolution | 300 | | Scanner Type | Business Card, Document | | Standard Sheet Capacity | 1 | | UPC | 012502657477 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | 1-year limited warranty | | Wattage | 2.5 watts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Brother - **Color Depth:** 48, 24 - **Connectivity Technology:** USB - **Item Weight:** 1 pounds - **Model Name:** Compact - **Product Dimensions:** 1.99"D x 11.9"W x 1.45"H - **Resolution:** 300 - **Scanner Type:** Business Card, Document - **Standard Sheet Capacity:** 1 - **Wattage:** 2.5 watts ## Images ![DS-640 Compact Mobile Document Scanner, (Model: DS640) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Gy2ymW70L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: How many pagers will this scan at one time?** A: Please note this is for the DS-740D (which does double-sided page scans; the DS-640 is not a duplex scanner. It is worth spending the extra $30-$40 bucks for double-sided pages scan feature). It took me a while to figure this out. Yes, it scans multi documents (continuous feed) but you have to feed the sheets one at a time (which is much better than scanning individually. It will add all your scans into 1 document (such as PDF). The previous user answering this question did not give a complete or totally correct answer: yes, you can push the button each time but it is better to feed the documents without pushing the start button every time. Here's how: I do not own Windows so this ***this the instructions for MAC**** (I am sure the software for Windows is probably much easier): - Download the Brother iPrint&Scan app software from their website as well as the scanner driver and install. - Plug in your device to computer. - Open the iPrint&Scan app (software). You will see two options: a "Scan" icon OR the "DS-740D" printer icon. - If you push the "Start button" (on the physical device) you will set all your scan preferences ahead of time under the black printer icon (labeled) DS-740D) on the iPrint software at the "Machine Scan Settings" option. This method is the LONG way for multiple sheets and is best to use for a one-off quick scan (unless you want to push the physical button 100 times for large documents). - If you want to use continuous feed: CLICK the black scanner icon in the iPrint software. a) Click: "All Settings" - go to Feed Control & checkmark "Continuous Scan" (ON) b) Put your first page in the scanner. c) Click the green "SCAN" button (on the software, NOT the start button on the device). After it scans, just keep feeding the scanner. It will keep scanning all the documents. The nice thing about this device is it gently grabs onto your page it senses a new page (this way you don't have to shove it) d) When you are done, click the "Finish" scanning button (that will show in the software window). After this, you will see a preview of your scans/ you can name your file/ choose what format you want to save the docs as/ set PDFs to OCR if needed (a lot of options here). The best part is you can also click the "ADD" button if you want to add more pages. I know this is kinda long but you won't find good instruction on the online manual or from the Brother Support team replying here. **Q: Can I scan 1200 dpi x 1200** A: The Brother DS640 machine has a Interpolated Scan Resolution (max. dpi) up to 1200 x 1200 dpi and an Optical Scan Resolution (max. dpi) 600 X 600. We recommend you to check all the specifications of the product at our support site. **Q: Is this a good scanner for photos?** A: The Brother DS-640 scanner is good for scanning photos. **Q: Can this scanner scan to a flash drive or must you go through computer hook up?** A: The Brother DS640 does not support scanning to USB flash drive and does require a computer for scanning. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quick and convenient scanner *by R***L on July 29, 2026* I hardly leave reviews but this thing really impressed me. It scans documents really fast and the quality of the scans are absolutely fantastic. It is surprisingly small. For my basic needs this thing is perfect. Scanning one page at a time could be an issue if you need to scan a ton of documents all at once but for my usage I will be scanning a few things at a time pretty randomly so this is not much of an issue for me. It works perfectly well with my MacBook Pro M5 using an Apple USB-C to USB-A adapter. I do wish this scanner came with USB-C but not a deal breaker. One cable from my computer powers the scanner so that is a bonus. The driver was a quick download and it works flawlessly. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy and fast scanner! *by T***L on April 9, 2026* Love, Love, Love this Scanner! I work from home and I scan a lot using my Brother Printer. And it's great, no problems. But the printer is in a cabinet, lower shelf and awkward to get into to scan. So I purchased the Brother DS-640. I used it for the first time today - I scanned probably 20 docs; it was so easy, so fast! I keep it next to my desk, hardly takes up any space. Again, this is just my first day using it. But I am very pleased, very happy with this purchase. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I love to scan, man *by S***E on June 20, 2026* I actually love this thing. Mine does not do dual sided scanning. The software is good. It’s small and very portable. It’s not WiFi enabled but I don’t really need that, would be nice, but it costs more. Good value. It only jams when you try to do too much with it. For the money it does a great job. ## Frequently Bought Together - Brother DS-640 Compact Mobile Document Scanner, (Model: DS640) 1.5"x2"x11.9" - XANAD Hard Case for Brother DS-640 / DS-940DW/DS-740D / DS-720D/Doxie Go SE Duplex Compact Mobile Document Scanner(Light Gray) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sg/products/187217475-ds-640-compact-mobile-document-scanner-model-ds640](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/187217475-ds-640-compact-mobile-document-scanner-model-ds640) --- *Product available on Desertcart Singapore* *Store origin: SG* *Last updated: 2026-08-22*