CipherLab 1500P vs Zebra DS3600-SR
Side-by-side comparison of barcode scanners specs, hardware, and features to help you pick the right one for your use case.
Affordable entry-level handheld scanner, reads both 1D and 2D barcodes.
DS3600 standard range model, scans from near contact to 1.5m, IP65/IP68 sealed for warehouse and factory environments.
Which one should you pick?
Both CipherLab 1500P and Zebra DS3600-SR are proven barcode scanners options sold through JUNJI as an authorized distributor. CipherLab 1500P suits users who prioritize premium durability and industry certifications. Zebra DS3600-SR is a better fit for large-scale deployments needing vendor parity. Request a quote and we'll match you to the exact configuration for your workflow.
Full spec comparison
| Specification | CipherLab 1500P | Zebra DS3600-SR |
|---|---|---|
| Scan Type | 1D linear imager (1500P series also has 2D version) | 2D Area Scan Imager — DS3608/3678 Standard Range |
| Scan Rate | 270 scans/sec | — |
| Resolution | Min 4 mil | — |
| Supported Symbologies | All standard 1D barcodes / GS1 DataBar | 1D (Code 39/128/UPC/EAN/Codabar/GS1 DataBar) + 2D (PDF417/DataMatrix/QR/Aztec/Composite) + OCR-A/B + MICR-E13B |
| Host Interface | USB HID / Keyboard Wedge / RS-232 | USB / RS-232 / Keyboard Wedge |
| IP Rating | IP42 | IP65 + IP68 double sealing (water immersion protection) |
| Drop Spec | 1.5 m drop | 3 m (10 ft) dropped to concrete, tested multiple times |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 50°C | -20°C to 50°C (-4°F 至 122°F) |
| Weight | Approx. 145 g | Wireless model 411 g (14.5 oz); corded model is lighter |
| Image Sensor | — | 1280 × 960 pixels (HP/HD/ER/XR depending on variant) |
| Field of View | — | Horizontal 31° / Vertical 23° |
| Working Range | — | SR standard range: 5 mil C39: 0–6 in; 13 mil UPC: 0–28 in (71 cm) |
| Industrial Ethernet | — | EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus TCP (via cradle) |
| Connectivity | — | DS3608: Wired USB; DS3678: Bluetooth 4.0 LE Class 1, 90 m (300 ft) line of sight |
| Dimensions | — | Wireless 7.3 × 3.0 × 5.6 in (185 × 76 × 142 mm) |
| Battery | — | DS3678 cordless |
Differences highlighted. Data source: JUNJI product catalog (16 spec rows compared).