Datalogic RIDA DBT6400 Pocket Barcode Scanner
The Datalogic RIDA DBT6400 Pocket Barcode Scanner (DBT6400-HC) is a compact, cordless 2D area imager engineered for mobile barcode capture in enterprise environments. Weighing just 82 grams with dimensions of 46 x 89 x 23 mm, this pocket-sized scanner delivers professional-grade performance without sacrificing portability or ease of use. Built on Datalogic's proven RIDA platform, the DBT6400 connects wirelessly to smartphones, tablets, and mobile computers via Bluetooth 4.0, enabling flexible workflows across retail, logistics, healthcare, and field service operations.
Key Features
- 2D area imager captures 1D and 2D barcodes including QR Code, Data Matrix, and Aztec formats
- Bluetooth 4.0 wireless connectivity with up to 25-meter range
- 700 mAh battery delivers approximately 3,000 reads per charge
- Ultra-compact pocket form factor at 82 grams
- Compatible with Android, iOS, and Windows platforms
- 650 nm sensor wavelength for reliable barcode reading
- 1-Year Limited Warranty backed by Datalogic factory support
Technical Highlights
The DBT6400-HC operates on Bluetooth 4.0, providing reliable wireless connectivity up to 25 meters—ideal for warehouse aisles, retail floors, and healthcare facilities where mobility is essential. The 2D area imager reads standard retail barcodes alongside complex formats like QR codes and Data Matrix codes, making it suitable for multi-purpose scanning applications. Battery performance is rated for approximately 3,000 reads per single charge, minimizing downtime during standard operational shifts.
Enterprise Applications
This scanner addresses workflows in retail point-of-sale, inventory management, logistics and parcel handling, healthcare specimen tracking, and field service dispatch. Organizations standardizing on the RIDA DBT6400 reduce training overhead, simplify device management, and streamline spare parts logistics across multiple facilities. Healthcare variants are available for environments requiring specialized certifications.
Karl WilsonPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
Ted PerryPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
The RIDA DBT6400 positions well for organizations seeking a single-platform barcode solution across mixed-device fleets. The Bluetooth 4.0 range of 25 meters supports typical warehouse and retail layouts without requiring direct line-of-sight to a docking station, improving operator flexibility. The 3,000-read battery capacity aligns with standard eight-hour shifts, though heavy-use environments should evaluate multi-device checkout protocols.
Datalogic's factory certification and optional EaseOfCare extended warranty programs provide IT departments with predictable total cost of ownership and managed device lifecycle support. The cross-platform compatibility (iOS, Android, Windows) reduces vendor lock-in and allows businesses to leverage existing mobile infrastructure rather than deploying dedicated hardware.
