Buying guide: types of biometric devices
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Attendance and access terminals: wall-mounted devices that record staff attendance and control doors using fingerprint, face, palm or card.
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USB fingerprint scanners: desktop readers such as the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 and IDEMIA MorphoSmart for enrolling users, verifying identity in banking and government applications, and logging in to software.
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Biometric tablets: devices such as the IDEMIA ID Screen for mobile identity checks and enrolment.
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Smart card readers: HID OMNIKEY readers for chip-based ID cards, often used together with fingerprint verification.
Frequently asked questions
What is a USB fingerprint scanner used for?
USB fingerprint scanners connect to a PC to enrol fingerprints, verify customers or staff in banking, exchange, healthcare and government applications, and secure log-ins. They need compatible software or an SDK.
What is the difference between a fingerprint scanner and an attendance machine?
A fingerprint scanner is a desktop reader connected to a computer. An attendance machine is a standalone terminal mounted at the entrance that stores staff punches and sends them to attendance software.
Which biometric method is most accurate?
Face and palm recognition terminals offer fast, touch-free and highly accurate identification. Fingerprint remains the most affordable and is reliable for most applications.
Do you offer demos?
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