Socket Mobile SocketScan S740 | Universal 1D/2D Bluetooth Scanner | OCR + ID Verification | Green + Charging Stand
Socket Mobile SocketScan S740
Universal 1D/2D Bluetooth Scanner — OCR + ID Verification | Green + Charging Stand — CX3533-2135
The SocketScan S740 is Socket Mobile's universal Bluetooth barcode scanner, built for retail POS, field service, inventory management and age verification. It goes beyond standard 1D/2D scanning — reading OCR fonts, passports, international IDs and drivers' licenses, making it ideal for businesses that require age or identity verification at the point of sale. Lightweight, ergonomic, with a replaceable AA battery for 16+ hours of use. This bundle (CX3533-2135) includes the green scanner and a charging stand.
Key Specifications
| Barcode Types | 1D and 2D — all standard symbologies; barcodes on paper and screen (QR, Data Matrix, PDF417 etc.) |
| OCR / ID Reading | OCR A & B, OCR USC, OCR Passport (MRZ), OCR MICR (E13B), DotCode — reads passports, international IDs, drivers' licenses |
| Scan Range | 2 to 19 inches (5 to 48 cm) — including enhanced small barcode reading |
| Aiming | LED aimer — highly visible and safe; omni-directional scanning |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth (HID and SPP profiles) |
| Battery | 2 × AA 2000mAh NiMH — replaceable/rechargeable, 16+ hrs operation |
| Scan Mode | Trigger scan + Auto Scan / Presentation Mode (hands-free continuous scanning) |
| OS Compatibility | Apple iOS (MFi certified), Android, Windows, Mac, Linux |
| App Integrations | 700+ apps via CaptureSDK (Shopify, Square, Lightspeed, Zettle and more) |
| Feedback | LED indicators (battery, Bluetooth, scan status), beep, vibration |
| Color (this SKU) | Green |
| In the Box | S740 scanner, charging stand, USB charging cable, wrist strap, 1-year limited warranty |
| Part Number | CX3533-2135 |
| EAN | 0758497114945 |
Ideal For
The S740 excels in retail POS, field service, inventory management, and asset tracking. Its OCR and ID reading capabilities make it especially valuable for age-verification workflows in cannabis, alcohol, tobacco and pharmaceutical retail. The Auto Scan/Presentation Mode with charging stand enables hands-free continuous scanning at a fixed counter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The S740 reads barcodes on both paper/labels and digital screens — including QR codes on smartphones for mobile tickets, loyalty passes, mobile coupons and digital receipts.
Yes — via OCR MRZ (Machine Readable Zone) for passports and barcode scanning of drivers' license barcodes. Requires integration with a compatible app using Socket Mobile's CaptureSDK; not available in basic HID/keyboard wedge mode.
The S730 is a 1D-only laser scanner. The S740 adds full 2D imager capability — reading QR codes, Data Matrix, PDF417, OCR fonts and ID documents. Choose the S740 whenever you need 2D, screen scanning, or identity document reading.
The Charging Stand (this SKU) holds the scanner upright and supports Auto Scan/Presentation Mode for hands-free counter scanning. The Charging Dock is a cradle-style holder for storage and charging. The stand is the better choice for active checkout counter use.
Buyer's Guide
The S740's value is its breadth: 1D, 2D, screen scanning, OCR, passport MRZ, and ID barcodes in one device. For any retail environment that needs age verification, it eliminates the need for a separate ID reader. The replaceable AA batteries are a practical advantage — standard AA NiMH cells are cheap, available everywhere, and swappable in seconds.
Choose the S740 if: you need a versatile Bluetooth scanner with 2D, screen scanning, or ID verification. The Charging Stand bundle is the right choice for fixed counter use with Presentation Mode. If you need NFC + barcode in one device, consider the SocketScan S370 instead.