Selecting the Right Fingerprint Scanner

EFTCreator supports numerous fingerprint scanners and each one has its pros and cons. We will go through each of the scanners that are supported, discuss the features, what we like and what we don't like. We will also provide some recommendations for various use cases.

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IB Kojak

The Kojak is a portable fingerprint scanner produced by Integrated Biometrics. It is designed to be compact, lightweight, and durable, making it suitable for use in a variety of environments and applications. The Kojak uses a fingerprint scanning technology known as "light emitting sensor," or LES, which captures a high-resolution image of a fingerprint using a special light-emitting film. The device is able to capture high-quality fingerprint images in a wide range of lighting conditions, including bright sunlight, making it suitable for use in outdoor and mobile environments. The device is used by a variety of government agencies and organizations for a range of purposes, including border control, law enforcement, and commercial security.

There are several pros and cons to using the Integrated Biometrics Kojak fingerprint scanner.

Pros:

1. Compact and portable: The Kojak is designed to be small and lightweight, making it easy to carry and use in a variety of settings.

2. Durable: The device is built to withstand harsh environments and rough handling, making it suitable for use in challenging conditions.

3. High-quality fingerprint images: The Kojak uses a specialized light-emitting sensor to capture high-resolution fingerprint images, ensuring accurate and reliable results.

4. Wide range of applications: The device is suitable for use in a variety of applications, including border control, law enforcement, and commercial security.

5. Technology: Thin-film LES technology alleviates the issue on capturing ghost prints from latent fingerprints left on the surface that you get with other optical fingerprint scanners.
6. Cost: The Kojak has be best price point for a FAP 60 fingerprint scanners on the market.

Cons:

1. Limited compatibility: Only compatible with Windows and Linux operating system. Currently the Kojak SDK does not support Mac OS.

2. Requires specialized training: Users of the Kojak may need to undergo specialized training in order to use the device effectively.

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IB Five-0

The Five-0 is a portable fingerprint scanner produced by Integrated Biometrics. It is designed to be most compact and lightest ten-print fingerprint scanner, making it suitable for use in a mobile applications. The Five-0 uses the same LES scanning technology as the IB Kojak. The device is able to capture high-quality fingerprint images in a wide range of lighting conditions, including bright sunlight, making it suitable for use in outdoor and mobile environments. The Five-0 is a FAP 50 scanner that is slightly smaller than the FAP 60 Kojak. The Five-0 is used by a variety of government agencies and organizations for a range of purposes, including border control, law enforcement, and commercial security.

There are several pros and cons to using the Integrated Biometrics Five-0 fingerprint scanner.

Pros:

1. Compact and portable: The Five-0 is the smallest and lightest ten-print scanner on the market, making it easy to carry and use in a variety of settings.

2. Durable: The device is built to withstand harsh environments and rough handling, making it suitable for use in challenging conditions.

3. High-quality fingerprint images: The Five-0 uses a specialized light-emitting sensor to capture high-resolution fingerprint images, ensuring accurate and reliable results.

4. Technology: Thin-film LES technology alleviates the issue on capturing ghost prints from latent fingerprints left on the surface that you get with other optical fingerprint scanners.

5. Wide range of applications: The device is suitable for use in a variety of applications, including border control, law enforcement, and commercial security.

Cons:

1. Cost: The Five-0 is more expensive than Kojak.

2. Limited compatibility: Only compatible with Windows and Linux operating system. Currently the Five-0 SDK does not support Mac OS.

3. Requires specialized training: Users of the Five-0 may need to undergo specialized training in order to use the device effectively.

4. No LEDs showing which finger(s) to scan, or any user feedback sounds

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i3 DigID Mini/Mini+

The i3 DigID Mini fingerprint scanner is a compact biometric device designed for use in various applications that require secure identification and authentication using fingerprints. The i3 DigID Mini uses a small optical fingerprint sensor to capture and digitize a person's fingerprint image. The device is compact and portable, making it convenient for use in a variety of settings. It is powered by a USB connection, and can be used with a variety of operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and Android. Overall, the i3 DigID Mini is a reliable and secure biometric device that is well-suited for a range of applications that require accurate and fast fingerprint identification and verification.

Here are some potential pros and cons of the i3 DigID Mini fingerprint scanner:

Pros:

• Compact size: The i3 DigID Mini is a small, portable device that can be easily carried and used in a variety of settings.

• Fast and accurate: The device uses a high-quality optical fingerprint sensor to capture and digitize fingerprint images, resulting in fast and accurate identification and verification.

• Versatile: The device can be used with a variety of operating systems and can be connected to a computer or other device for use with a fingerprint recognition software or system.

Cons:

• Sensitive to conditions: The accuracy of fingerprint scanners can be affected by various factors such as the cleanliness of the sensor surface and the condition of the user's skin (e.g. dry, moist, or dirty). This means that users may need to ensure that their fingers are clean and dry in order to get accurate results from the device.

• Reliability: There are a lot of used i3 DigID Mini fingerprint scanners for sale online that are defective and/or have outdated firmware.

• Difficult to use: It can be very difficult to roll fingerprints on the i3 DigID Mini scanner.

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Jenetric Livetouch Quattro

Jenetric Livetouch Quattro is a FBI certified, super compact forensic ID Flat and tenprint scanner. Based on JENETRIC’s e-c-thru technology, the scanner combines user friendliness with highest quality fingerprint images. Its integrated touch screen provides easy to understand instructions that reduce failure-to-enroll rate and shorten the capture process. With its compact design, ultra-light weight and simplified operation, LIVETOUCH QUATTRO integrates easily into livescan stations and enrollment systems in any operating environment.

Here are some potential pros and cons of the Jenetric Livetouch Quattro fingerprint scanner:

Pros:

• Compact size: The Livetouch Quattro is a small, portable device that can be easily carried and used in a variety of settings.

• Fast and accurate: The device uses a high-quality optical fingerprint sensor to capture and digitize fingerprint images, resulting in fast and accurate identification and verification.

• Versatile: The device can be used with a variety of operating systems and can be connected to a computer or other device for use with a fingerprint recognition software or system.

• User friendly: The LCD screen allows for capture instructions to be displayed right on the fingerprint capture surface.

Cons:

• Sensitive to conditions: The accuracy of fingerprint scanners can be affected by various factors such as the cleanliness of the sensor surface and the condition of the user's skin (e.g. dry, moist, or dirty). This means that users may need to ensure that their fingers are clean and dry in order to get accurate results from the device.

• Difficult to use: It can be very difficult to roll fingerprints on the Livetouch Quattro scanner.

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Jenetric Livetouch Quattro Compact

The LIVETOUCH QUATTRO Compact is the most compact ID flats and tenprint scanner in FAP 60 format. Its integrated user guidance, ability to read fingerprints and documents, and small size make it a good choice for stationary or mobile fingerprint capture. The LIVETOUCH QUATTRO Compact is equipped with an intuitive user guidance. Colored pictograms guide the user through the capture process and provide clear instructions on which fingers to place and when. This makes capturing fingerprints much easier and faster. With a thickness of less than 0.5 inches (12mm) and a weight of 0.3 lbs. (133 g) LIVETOUCH QUATTRO Compact is the smallest tenprint scanner on the market.

Here are some potential pros and cons of the Jenetric Livetouch Quattro Compact fingerprint scanner:

Pros:

• Compact size: The Livetouch Quattro Compact is the smallest FAP 60 on market. A very portable device that can be easily carried and used in a variety of settings.

• Fast and accurate: The device uses a high-quality optical fingerprint sensor to capture and digitize fingerprint images, resulting in fast and accurate identification and verification.

• Versatile: The device can be used with a variety of operating systems and can be connected to a computer or other device for use with a fingerprint recognition software or system.

• User friendly: The LCD screen allows for capture instructions to be displayed right on the fingerprint capture surface.

Cons:

• Sensitive to conditions: The accuracy of fingerprint scanners can be affected by various factors such as the cleanliness of the sensor surface and the condition of the user's skin (e.g. dry, moist, or dirty). This means that users may need to ensure that their fingers are clean and dry in order to get accurate results from the device.

• Difficult to use: It can be very difficult to roll fingerprints on the Livetouch Quattro scanner.

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Our Recommendations

Overall Top Pick

Kojak: Best bang for the buck is the Integrated Biometric's Kojak scanner. These are very rugged scanners and produce excellent quality fingerprints.

Best Portable Scanner

Five-0: This little device is about the size of iPhone and can easily be carried in a pocket. This is perfect for those that are looking for something small and mobile.