SocketCam – Camera-Based Barcode Scanners
Turns any smartphone or tablet into a high-performance barcode scanner
No external scanning hardware required
Download: C820 DataSheet
Not everyone needs a standalone barcode scanner
SocketCam is ideal for customers who:
- Are new to scanning
- Perform small amounts of scanning
- Do not require or are not yet ready for a separate scanning device
- Have not yet determined that scanning will improve the efficiency of their business
Need to read damaged barcodes? The C860 is the industry's best reader for damaged barcodes.
Compare: C820 vs. C860
When it comes to choosing a camera-based scanning solution, we understand that every user has different needs that need to be considered. Some may require a more basic, budget-friendly option, and others may feel they need more power and versatility in order to optimize their workflow. We currently offer our SocketCam camera-based scanning solution in both a free version (C820) and an enhanced, paid version (C860). Below, you can compare the variety of benefits that each has to offer, as well as the symbology supported by each solution.
C820
C860
some | most, 1.5x faster | |
Accurate scanning at distances † | 4-55" | 2-89" |
Scanning speeds † | ~1.5 seconds/scan | 3x faster |
Use in either single scan mode or continuous scan mode | ||
Supports scanning in both portrait mode and landscape mode | ||
Reads multiple barcodes with a single scan | ||
Analyzes more complex data | ||
Interactive barcode selection | ||
Scene configuration |
Codabar | (Android only) | |
Code 39 | ||
Code 93 | ||
Code 128 | ||
EAN-8/JAN | ||
EAN-13/JAN | ||
GS1 Databar (formerly RSS) | (Android only) | |
Industrial 2 of 5 | ||
Interleaved 2 of 5 | ||
UPC-A | ||
UPC-E | ||
Code 11 | ||
Matrix 2 of 5 | ||
Trioptic |
Aztec Code | ||
Data Matrix | (Android only) | |
MaxiCode | (Android only) | |
PDF417 | ||
QR Code | ||
Composite Code | ||
Micro QR Code | ||
MicroPDF417 |
One integration for all your apps
One integration with CaptureSDK acts as an insurance policy for your business, ensuring any Socket Mobile solution works seamlessly with all your apps.