Optimize your working time and scan any label with these barcode readers.

You will find various models of hand-held barcode readers with very good value for money and designed to make your code reading quick and easy: auto-trigger hand-held reader, CCD hand-held reader, ultralight laser hand-held reader.With reading speeds up to 200 scans per second, manageable, efficient and very elegant design: all these barcode readers are able to read almost all the barcodes currently in use.

These hand-held barcode readers do not fear moisture or dust

Most of them have a high protection index (IP 54), and are the most durable on the market. These durable barcode guns are designed for multiple working environments: stores, small shops or large signs.
These hand-held barcode readers are available with the standard interfaces: USB, Ecran-Clavier and RS232.

For logistics professionals or inventory management, we also have a complete range of gun-type barcode readers.

How to recognize a handheld scanner from a barcode reader ?

It is common to confuse a handheld scanner and a barcode reader because both allow to scan barcodes. Some differences are nevertheless visible between these two tools.

A barcode reader is recommended for reading 1D barcodes at small distances. It is easier to handle than the reader and generally less expensive. Thus, it is ideal for use in a store checkout.

A handheld scanner is like a gun. It can read 1D and 2D barcodes as well as QR codes and RFID tags, so it is more suitable for inventory management. Moreover, it can read barcodes quickly and at a greater distance than a barcode reader. 

To learn more about the use of a barcode scanner, see our article.

Discover the comparative table of the different solutions to scan barcodes: 

Discover our whole range of barcode scanners, readers and terminals and make your choices with our article "How to choose the right barcode reader?"