How do the two scanners differ in 1D barcode read performance?

Both the HF811-11WT00004K-R and the HF811-01WT00004K-R are specified as Fixed Mount Linear Imagers with 1D decode capability. The provided specifications do not define distinct scan-engine parameters — such as scan rate, depth of field, minimum element width, or resolution grade — for either model individually, so a numeric performance delta cannot be derived from the supplied data.

The HF811-01WT00004K-R specification sheet adds a 'Read Performance' descriptor stating 'High-density & damaged barcode capability.' No equivalent read-performance descriptor is present in the HF811-11WT00004K-R specification. Both units reference a 2MP imaging element in their marketing bullets. Because the high-density and damaged-barcode claim appears only for the -01 variant, buyers handling degraded or dense label stock should treat that distinction as a meaningful differentiator pending datasheet confirmation.

Are the environmental protection and physical build specs equivalent across both models?

Both scanners carry an IP42 ingress protection rating. IP42 indicates protection against solid objects greater than 1 mm (second digit: 2) and against dripping water falling vertically (second digit: 2). This rating is identical for the HF811-11WT00004K-R and the HF811-01WT00004K-R, meaning neither model holds an environmental advantage over the other as specified.

Operating temperature range, humidity tolerance, drop specification, and housing material are not provided in the supplied specifications for either unit. Installers deploying in environments beyond IP42 requirements — for example, wash-down zones or high-vibration conveyor lines — should consult the full product datasheets before selecting either model, as those parameters are absent from the data provided here.

Do the two scanners offer equivalent connectivity and host-system integration options?

Both models share a Corded RS-232/USB connectivity specification, making them compatible with the same set of POS controllers, warehouse management terminals, and industrial PCs that accept either interface. No wireless, Bluetooth, or Ethernet option is indicated for either SKU.

The HF811-11WT00004K-R specification explicitly lists 'Wired RS-232 / USB' while the HF811-01WT00004K-R lists 'RS-232 / USB' without the 'Wired' qualifier — a phrasing difference only, not a functional one, as both are described as corded devices. Cable type, connector pinout, communication protocol details, and supported host command sets are not included in the provided specifications for either unit. Both carry a 3-year warranty.

Which should you choose: the HF811-11WT00004K-R or the HF811-01WT00004K-R?

Our take: Based on the provided specifications, the HF811-01WT00004K-R is the stronger choice when reading high-density or damaged barcodes is a priority, as its specification explicitly calls out 'high-density & damaged barcode capability' — a descriptor absent from the HF811-11WT00004K-R data. Beyond that single differentiator, both scanners share the same product series (HF800), scan type (Fixed Mount Linear Imager), decode class (1D), ingress protection (IP42), connectivity (RS-232/USB corded), and warranty (3-year). No numeric differences in scan rate, depth of field, operating temperature, or electrical draw are derivable from the supplied specs. The HF811-11WT00004K-R is appropriate for standard 1D label applications in warehouse, manufacturing, or retail POS where label quality is consistent. Buyers should download each model's full datasheet to confirm scan-engine specifications before committing to either unit at scale.

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Spec-for-spec, from manufacturer data.

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Related Resources

• Honeywell HF811-11WT00004K-R product page — full specs and to add to a quote
• Honeywell HF811-01WT00004K-R product page — full specs and to add to a quote