Ricoh SP-2240N Scanner Review: A Dedicated Network Option for Wired Offices

PCMag evaluated the $390 Ricoh SP-2240N document scanner, highlighting its DirectScan functionality that transmits scans across local networks via Ethernet without a connected computer. Testing showed the device exceeded its official 40ppm/80ipm rating while rendering clean text recognition down to 5-point fonts without paper jams. The reviewer noted drawbacks include the total absence of Wi-Fi, an 80-sheet document feeder that trails rival 100-sheet capacities, and a button-only interface lacking an LCD display. It is best suited for workplaces that ban wireless connections or strictly require hardwired setups.

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Published on Savlume: Sep 19, 2026, 8:00 AM ET · Content updated: Oct 13, 2026, 4:12 PM ET · Source published: Sep 19, 2026, 8:00 AM ET

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PCMag’s review describes the SP-2240N as a strong fit for offices that avoid Wi-Fi but need standalone scanning over Ethernet. Its DirectScan feature can send scans over a network without a connected PC, so it is worth considering if that wired workflow is a priority.

Best suited for
Offices that prohibit Wi-Fi or prefer wired connectivity and need to route scans across a corporate network without keeping a PC connected.

Highlights

DirectScan can send files over Ethernet to a network folder or email address without a PC, supporting standalone office workflows.
The review measured 45.8 pages per minute simplex and 91.5 images per minute duplex in its USB tests, exceeding Ricoh’s stated 40 ppm and 80 ipm ratings.
Its 80-sheet automatic document feeder and 6,000-sheet peak daily duty-cycle rating may suit offices with recurring batch-scanning needs.
The reviewed software supports scan profiles and several output formats, including PDF, JPEG, TIFF, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Before you buy

The scanner does not support Wi-Fi, so wireless connectivity is not an option.
Its 80-sheet ADF is smaller than the 100-sheet feeders cited for the Epson ES-590W and ScanSnap iX2400.
There is no LCD, so users may need to remember which job is assigned to each of the three configurable Send buttons.
The review says macOS and Ubuntu compatibility applies only when using the scanner over USB; Windows Arm-based PCs are not supported.

Product facts & conditions

Model / variant: SP-2240N

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Review findings & buying advice

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PCMag rated the Ricoh SP-2240N 4.0, calling it a strong option for offices that need PC-free scan routing over Ethernet and do not use Wi-Fi. The reviewer found it fast in testing and reported sharp text and accurate colors, while noting its lack of Wi-Fi and LCD.

Who it may suit
Offices that avoid Wi-Fi but want standalone scanning to network destinations over Ethernet.

What the source liked

In PCMag’s USB stopwatch tests, it scanned at 45.8 ppm simplex and 91.5 ipm duplex.
The reviewer reported no misaligned scans, crumpled sheets, or jams during testing, and described text as sharp with accurate graphic colors.
DirectScan can route scans to a network folder or email address without a PC.

Trade-offs & limitations

It has no Wi-Fi, and the review identifies the Epson ES-590W as the only compared model with wireless connectivity.
The 80-sheet ADF is smaller than the 100-sheet feeders on the Epson ES-590W and ScanSnap iX2400.
The five-button panel has no LCD to show how its three configurable Send buttons differ.

Source testing context
The reviewer used PaperStream ClickScan over USB on an Intel Core i5 test PC running Windows, timing 25-page simplex and 25-page duplex documents and testing text recognition with Arial and Times New Roman samples.