Inateck BCST-73 Barcode Scanner | 1D/2D/GS1 Wireless | Bluetooth 5.0 / 2.4 GHz / USB | 2 m Drop | White/Blue
Inateck BCST-73 Wireless 2D Barcode Scanner
1D/2D/GS1 · Bluetooth 5.0 · 2.4 GHz · USB · 2 m Drop-Proof · SDK/App Support · White/Blue
The Inateck BCST-73 is a high-performance 1D/2D wireless barcode scanner with full GS1 barcode support, designed for demanding environments in healthcare, logistics, warehousing, and retail. Powered by Inateck's self-developed decoding algorithm — which is 30% faster than comparable products — the BCST-73 reads all 1D and 2D barcode types, plus the full GS1 barcode family used in healthcare and the logistics codes used by FedEx and USPS. Three connection modes (Bluetooth 5.0, 2.4 GHz USB adapter, and wired USB), a 2600 mAh battery, and a 2-metre drop-proof chassis make it ready for full-shift, all-environment use.
| SKU | BCST-73_WHITE BLUE |
| EAN | 6972085138036 |
| Scanner Type | 1D/2D CMOS Area Imager · Omnidirectional |
| Decode Speed | 200 scans/sec (30% faster than comparable products) |
| Reading Angles | Roll 360° · Pitch ±55° · Yaw ±55° |
| 1D Barcodes | Code 128, EAN-13/8, UPC-A/E, Code 39/93, Codabar, I 2 of 5, FedEx, USPS and more |
| 2D Barcodes | QR Code, PDF-417, Data Matrix, Aztec, MaxiCode and more |
| GS1 Barcodes | GS1-128, GS1 DataBar, GS1 DataBar Expanded, GS1 DataBar Limited, GS1-DataBar Stacked and all GS1 composite variants |
| Screen Scanning | Yes — reads barcodes from smartphone and monitor screens |
| Connectivity Mode 1 | Bluetooth 5.0 (2.402–2.480 GHz) · HID/SPP/GATT · Wide device compatibility |
| Connectivity Mode 2 | 2.4 GHz USB dongle adapter · 35 m range · pairs in 3 seconds · plug & play |
| Connectivity Mode 3 | USB cable — wired, plug and play |
| Battery | 2600 mAh Li-Ion · 11–12 hours continuous use |
| Buffer Memory | 4 MB |
| Drop Resistance | 2 m (tested over tens of thousands of drops) |
| Trigger Durability | 1,000,000+ clicks tested |
| Material | PC + TPU · Ergonomic grip design |
| Software | Inateck Scanner App (iOS & Google Play) · Inateck SDK for custom integration |
| Compatible OS | iOS · Android · Windows · Mac OS · Linux · POS systems |
| Voltage | DC 5V |
| Colour | White / Blue |
| In the Box | BCST-73 Scanner · 2.4 GHz USB Adapter · USB Cable · Instruction Manual |
BUYER'S GUIDE
Best For: Healthcare, pharmaceutical, logistics, warehouse, and retail environments requiring GS1 barcode support, FedEx/USPS logistics code reading, and a scanner rugged enough to withstand a 2-metre drop. The BCST-73 also suits any business needing SDK integration into custom applications.
GS1 Advantage: Unlike most consumer-grade scanners, the BCST-73 natively supports the full GS1 barcode family used in healthcare and pharmaceutical supply chains — including GS1-128 and all GS1 DataBar variants. This makes it directly suitable for hospital dispensaries, pharmacy POS, and GS1-compliant logistics workflows.
BCST-73 vs BCST-54: If GS1 barcodes, faster decode speed, SDK integration, and 2 m drop resistance are priorities, choose the BCST-73. If you want an all-in-one Smart Base that simultaneously charges and creates a wireless link — with hands-free presentation mode built in — choose the BCST-54. Both use the same battery, Bluetooth 5.0, and 3-in-1 connectivity.
2.4 GHz Pairing: The included 2.4 GHz USB dongle connects in 3 seconds and is pre-paired by default — plug it into any PC or laptop USB port and scan immediately. No Bluetooth pairing screens, no configuration. Ideal for shared workstations and multi-user environments.