Handheld barcode scanner and data collector seems similar in functions and concept. But actually, there two typical differences between them.
Firstly, gun-type barcode scanner doesn’t have memory to store information, and it just achieve real-time data transmission. Of course, wireless barcode scanner can work normally even if it doesn’t connect to computer, but the effective transmission distance is very limited.
Secondly, data collector or PDA has memory, and it can store a large amount of information. The scanning results are firstly saved in itself, and then you can upload all the data to computer for batch processing, which is high efficiency.
So, how do you choose from a gun-type barcode scanner and data collector?
As a professional Auto-ID solution provide, RAKINDA suggest you make choice based on your real application needs and budget. The cost of gun-type barcode scanner is much lower than that of data collector. But data collector is more convenient for inventory and warehouse management, easier data storage and flexible transmission way.
