Socket Mobile SocketScan S740 | Wireless 1D/2D Barcode Scanner | Bluetooth | White + Charging Dock
Socket Mobile SocketScan S740
Universal Bluetooth 1D/2D Barcode Scanner + Charging Dock — CX3447-1910
The SocketScan S740 is a lightweight, ergonomic Bluetooth barcode scanner that reads both 1D and 2D barcodes on paper labels and digital screens. Compatible with Apple iOS, Android, and Windows, it connects via Bluetooth 2.1+EDR and operates in HID keyboard emulation mode out-of-the-box — no drivers needed. This bundle (CX3447-1910) includes the white scanner and a black charging dock for convenient desktop storage and simultaneous charging.
Key Features
| Barcode Types | 1D (UPC, EAN, Code 39/93/128, GS1) & 2D (QR Code, Data Matrix, PDF417, Aztec, Maxicode) |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 2.1+EDR (SPP & HID modes) |
| Scan Range | 2 to 19.5 inches (5 – 50 cm) |
| OS Compatibility | Apple iOS (MFi certified), Android, Windows |
| Weight | ~113 g (3.99 oz) |
| Scan Modes | Manual (trigger) & Auto Scan (Presentation Mode) |
| Battery Life | All-day battery with LED charge status indicator |
| OCR & MRZ Support | OCR A & B, OCR USC, OCR Passport, OCR MICR (E13B), DotCode |
| App Integrations | Natively supported in 700+ applications via CaptureSDK (Shopify, Square, ShopKeep and more) |
| Color (this SKU) | White scanner + Black charging dock |
| In the Box | SocketScan S740 scanner, charging dock, charging cable, wrist strap, get started insert |
| Warranty | 1 Year (charging dock limited warranty) |
| Compliance | RoHS, WEEE, TAA compliant |
| Part Number | CX3447-1910 |
| EAN | 0758497114198 |
Ideal For
The S740 is purpose-built for retail POS, field service, inventory management, asset tracking, and age verification (cannabis, alcohol, tobacco). Its ability to read passports, international IDs, and driver license barcodes via OCR and MRZ makes it equally suited for hospitality and access control workflows.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The SocketScan S740 is Apple MFi certified and works in HID mode out-of-the-box with any iOS app. CaptureSDK is supported in 700+ apps for deeper integration.
Yes. The S740 2D imager reads digital barcodes on screens including QR codes, PDF417, and Data Matrix — ideal for mobile ticketing, loyalty apps, and e-commerce returns.
Both are white S740 scanners. CX3447-1910 includes a black dock, CX3487-1982 a white dock. Scanner hardware and functionality are identical.
Yes. Auto Scan (Presentation Mode) enables continuous scanning without pressing the trigger — ideal for hands-free POS environments.
Buyer's Guide
The S740 hits a practical sweet spot: universal enough for any OS, fast enough for retail, and slim enough to carry all day. Most competitors at this price either lack Apple MFi certification or require proprietary middleware — the S740 avoids both.
Consider the S740 if: you run a mixed-device environment (iOS + Android), need a scanner that works immediately without IT setup, or your POS app already supports Socket Mobile. If your workflow demands IP-rated durability or drop resistance above 1.5m, step up to the DuraScan D740.