All RFID Product
Which is More Expensive: RFID or Barcode? Let’s Settle This
If you’re choosing between RFID and barcode tech for inventory tracking, cost is likely your top concern. The short answer? RFID is 10-50x more expensive upfront than barcodes. But the real story involves hidden savings, scalability, and use-case tradeoffs. Let’s cut through the noise.
Why the gap? RFID tags embed microchips/antennas; barcodes are printed patterns.
RFID shines if you need:
✅ High-speed automation (e.g., shipping docks)
✅ Real-time inventory accuracy
✅ Durable tags (survives weather/rough handling)
Barcodes suffice for:
✅ Small businesses with manual processes
✅ Static environments (retail shelves, documents)
✅ Budgets under $1,000
Cykeo’s clients typically use RFID for warehouse logistics and barcodes for POS checkout lanes.
Final Tip: Calculate your item volume and error tolerance. For 500+ daily scans, RFID’s efficiency often justifies its cost.
Learn how an RFID tag tracking system helps businesses locate, monitor, and manage assets in real time. Discover how RFID tags, readers, and frequencies work together to boost visibility, accuracy, and efficiency across industries.
More
Discover how to use RFID module with Arduino LED projects with our step-by-step beginner's guide. Learn wiring, coding, and project ideas for interactive RFID-based LED control.
More
Discover which RFID tags work best with 860-960MHz UHF reader modules. Learn about tag materials, read ranges, and performance in metal/liquid environments.
More
RFID Tunnel With its efficient and accurate capabilities in item identification and data collection, it overcomes the limitations of traditional recognition methods
More
Cykeo RFID IoT Solution Products R&D Manufacturer
