There are many kinds of scanners, and many people have made difficulties in purchasing Barcode reader, especially the small partners who open supermarkets, often struggle to purchase handheld Barcode reader or barcode scanning platforms. In fact, whether it's a handheld Barcode reader or a barcode scanning platform, they complement each other and can be widely used in supermarkets, warehouses, hospitals and other scenarios, serving all walks of life. As for whether the barcode scanning platform is more suitable for supermarket cashier or handheld Barcode reader, let's first understand the differences between them and their advantages and disadvantages before making a decision!
There are two main differences, advantages and disadvantages between the handheld Barcode reader and the barcode scanning platform: one is the difference in the appearance design, and the other is the difference in the scanning mode.
1. Appearance design
Handheld Barcode reader: the appearance design of the scanning gun is generally divided into wired and wireless models. As the name implies, the wired handheld Barcode reader is equipped with a data line. Just connect the data line to the PC end of the computer, and you can hold the handheld Barcode reader to start scanning the barcode. The wireless handheld Barcode reader does not have a data cable, and usually relies on Bluetooth connection. Some will have their own base. After pairing and connecting the Barcode reader, they can scan the barcode.
Barcode scanning platform: said to be a platform, it is a scanner that can be placed parallel on the desktop. Simply connect the data cable to the PC end of the computer and place it on the desktop. When a customer comes to make a payment, simply align the payment code with the scanning window to complete the payment process.
2. Scanning method
Handheld Barcode reader: whether it is a wired or wireless handheld Barcode reader, we need to use it to scan barcodes, and press its trigger button each time to scan. If operated for a long time, it is easy to cause hand soreness. However, because it can handheld scan barcodes, it is more flexible than the scanning platform, and can scan with a scanning gun at will.
Barcode scanning platforms: Many support two modes: multi line scanning and single line scanning, and their scanning window is slightly larger than that of the barcode scanner. Simply swipe the barcode towards the scanning window to successfully scan the barcode. Compared with the handheld Barcode reader, it will be more simple and convenient. But it also has limitations because it can only be used on a table, requiring the barcode to be held in front of it for scanning.
So, which is more suitable for supermarket checkout, the barcode scanning platform or the handheld Barcode reader?
From the comparison between the handheld Barcode reader and the barcode scanning platform above, it will be more convenient and efficient to choose to use the barcode scanning platform in a large supermarket and a lot of people. However, if you are in a small supermarket or need to scan the barcode flexibly, the handheld Barcode reader is a very good choice. In addition, in general, the cost of handheld Barcode reader will be lower than that of the scanning platform, and it can also be purchased according to its own budget. If you still don't know whether to choose a handheld Barcode reader or a barcode scanning platform, you can also directly consult Guangzhou Feizhi Chuangyang.
