CipherLab 1500P vs Zebra DS4678
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.
Megapixel sensor with PRZM Intelligent Imaging, reads damaged and screen barcodes, over 50,000 scans per charge.
Which one should you pick?
Both CipherLab 1500P and Zebra DS4678 are proven barcode scanners options sold through JUNJI as an authorized distributor. CipherLab 1500P suits users who prioritize premium durability and industry certifications. Zebra DS4678 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 DS4678 |
|---|---|---|
| Scan Type | 1D linear imager (1500P series also has 2D version) | Premium 2D Zone Imaging — PRZM Intelligent Imaging |
| Scan Rate | 270 scans/sec | — |
| Resolution | Min 4 mil | Min 1D Code 39 3 mil |
| Supported Symbologies | All standard 1D barcodes / GS1 DataBar | 1D / 2D / PDF417 / DataMatrix / QR / Aztec / Postal / OCR |
| Host Interface | USB HID / Keyboard Wedge / RS-232 | USB / RS-232 / Keyboard Wedge / IBM RS-485 |
| IP Rating | IP42 | IP52 |
| Drop Spec | 1.5 m drop | 1.8 m (6 ft) drop onto concrete |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 50°C | 0°C to 50°C |
| Weight | Approx. 145 g | 156 g (wired version) |
| Image Sensor | — | 1280 × 960 pixel mega-pixel |
| Field of View | — | Horizontal 48° / Vertical 36.7° |
| Working Range | — | 5 mil C128: 25–203 mm; 13 mil UPC: 0–648 mm; 20 mil C39: 0–838 mm |
| Dimensions | — | 170 × 71 × 100 mm |
| Battery | — | PowerPrecision 2400 mAh,50,000+ scans/charge |
Differences highlighted. Data source: JUNJI product catalog (14 spec rows compared).