Socket Mobile SocketScan S720 | 1D/2D Bluetooth Scanner | Auto Scan | CaptureSDK | 16h Battery | Black
Socket Mobile SocketScan S720
Black · 1D/2D Bluetooth Scanner · Auto Scan Mode · CaptureSDK · 16h Battery · 117g
The Socket Mobile SocketScan S720 is a compact, versatile Bluetooth barcode scanner designed for mobile workflows — ticketing, inventory, loyalty programmes, asset tracking, hospitality and delivery. At just 117 grams it disappears into the hand during a long shift, while the 2000mAh NiMH battery delivers over 16 hours of continuous operation on a single charge. Auto Scan mode (Presentation mode) continuously reads barcodes as they are presented without pressing the trigger, making it ideal for kiosk and fixed-mount applications. Bluetooth 2.1 EDR with up to 10 metre range frees workers from cables, and native CaptureSDK integration makes it the first choice for developers building custom iOS, Android and Windows applications. The LED aimer provides a bright, rectangular illumination field for precise targeting even in challenging lighting conditions.
| Part Number | CX3984-3041 |
| EAN | 0758497121738 |
| Scanner Type | Portable handheld · 1D + 2D imager · LED aimer |
| Wireless | Bluetooth 2.1 EDR · Up to 10 m (33 ft) range |
| Scan Distance | Up to 38 cm (14.96 in) |
| Scan Mode | Trigger mode · Auto Scan / Presentation mode (continuous, no button press) |
| 1D Barcodes | UPC · EAN · Code 39 · Code 128 · and all standard 1D symbologies |
| 2D Barcodes | QR Code · PDF417 · Data Matrix · and standard 2D symbologies |
| Screen Scanning | Yes — reads barcodes on mobile devices, tablets and computer screens |
| Battery | 2000 mAh NiMH rechargeable · Over 16h operation per charge · ~6h charge time |
| Developer Support | Socket Mobile CaptureSDK — native iOS, Android, Windows, Mac, Linux integration |
| Compatibility | Apple iOS (iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch) · Android · Windows · Mac · Linux |
| Indicators | LED (Bluetooth status, battery level, scan status) · Audible tones · Vibration (pulsation) |
| Dimensions | 132.2 × 40.1 × 37.1 mm · 117 g |
| Operating Temp | 0°C to 45°C · Storage: -40°C to 70°C |
| Colour | Black |
| Warranty | 1 Year (extended options available) |
| In the Box | SocketScan S720 scanner · USB charging cable · Wrist strap |
BUYER'S GUIDE
For whom: Mobile workers, retail associates, logistics and warehouse staff, event ticketing teams and developers building custom iOS/Android/Windows apps who need a lightweight, reliable Bluetooth 1D/2D scanner — particularly those deploying CaptureSDK-based applications.
Real reason to buy: Auto Scan mode and CaptureSDK are the differentiators. Auto Scan enables hands-free kiosk deployment without modification. CaptureSDK routes scan data directly into app fields — eliminating keyboard emulation workarounds and misdirected input.
Know before you buy: Entry-level 2D capability — max scan distance 38cm. For demanding industrial 2D scanning consider the S730 or DuraScan D860. NiMH battery is replaceable but not as energy-dense as Li-ion alternatives. White version (CX3982-3039) available for healthcare/hospitality environments.
Verdict: The SocketScan S720 in Black — the ideal Bluetooth scanner for mobile app developers and general-purpose retail/logistics operators who value CaptureSDK integration, Auto Scan capability and ergonomic design in a 117g package.