What is the difference between the C-Pen Reader 2 and the C-Pen Exam Reader 2?

The C-Pen Reader 2 scans printed text, reads aloud or via headphones the text as it scans, and stores what it scans.

The scanned text can then be sent as a text file via USB to your computer and then be inserted into other documents such as Word or Powerpoint.

The C-Pen Reader 2 also has a voice recorder and a dictionary function, including English, French and Spanish.

The C-Pen Exam Reader 2is the orange pen. This pen scans printed text and reads aloud or via headphones as it scans.

The key difference between the C-Pen Exam Reader 2 and the C-Pen Reader 2 is the fact that the C-Pen Exam Reader 2 does not store anything.

The C-Pen Exam Reader 2 is also JCQ approved for GCSE exams.

Simply put… you can use the C-Pen Exam Reader 2 in exams! C-Pen Reader 2 features storage functions, so it’s usually not approved for exam use.  

The C-Pen Exam Reader 2, however, is specifically designed for exam use and features no Wi-Fi or storage function at all. Contact your exam board to find out more about whether C-Pen Exam Reader 2 is right for you!