Socket Mobile announced the launch of the DuraScan D751, a rugged, high‑performance NFC/RFID contactless reader and writer priced at an MSRP of $349. The device will be available on the company’s website immediately, with distribution partners expected to carry it beginning in January 2026.
The D751 delivers all‑day battery life and supports reading and writing of NFC and high‑frequency RFID tags, including MIFARE, FeliCa, and other widely adopted tag types. It also reads credentials from mobile wallets and is fully compatible with iPhones, iPads, and other Bluetooth‑enabled mobile devices. Integration is streamlined through Socket Mobile’s CaptureSDK, which allows developers to embed the reader’s capabilities into custom applications with minimal effort.
In hospitality, the D751 can power contactless room keys and guest‑room payments; in commercial services it can track assets and inventory in real time; and in transportation and logistics it can monitor shipments, manage gate access, and verify cargo authenticity. These use cases illustrate the device’s versatility across the company’s target industries.
The NFC/RFID market is competitive, with key players such as Zebra Technologies, Honeywell, and Impinj offering similar readers. The D751 differentiates itself with its lightweight form factor (0.8 lb), long read range (up to 10 cm for NFC and 1–2 m for HF RFID), and the ability to write to a broad range of tags, positioning Socket Mobile to capture a share of the growing contactless‑payment and asset‑tracking segments.
Technical specifications include Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, a 12‑hour battery life on a single charge, and a rugged MIL‑STD‑810G‑rated chassis that withstands drops from 1.2 m. The device’s firmware supports over‑the‑air updates, ensuring that customers can keep the reader’s capabilities current without physical service visits.
CaptureSDK is a cross‑platform, developer‑friendly library that supports iOS, Android, and Windows. It is available free of charge, with optional premium support and licensing for enterprise deployments. The SDK’s modular architecture allows developers to add custom data‑capture workflows, making the D751 a flexible tool for a wide range of applications.
Socket Mobile’s Q3 2025 financial results showed a 20% year‑over‑year decline in revenue to $3.1 million, reflecting broader market softness. Management highlighted the D751 launch as a key initiative to shift the company toward recurring‑revenue streams and to strengthen its position in industrial and logistics markets.
Dave Holmes, Chief Business Officer, said, “The D751 brings mobile teams a new level of control over contactless data. By combining NFC and RFID reading and writing in one portable, handheld device, we’re giving our customers a reliable way to interact with smart tags and mobile wallets wherever the job takes them.”
The D751 launch expands Socket Mobile’s portfolio into the NFC/RFID market, complementing its existing DuraScan and XtremeScan lines. By targeting high‑growth sectors such as hospitality, commercial services, and transportation & logistics, the company aims to capture new revenue streams and reinforce its strategy to broaden its industrial focus and recurring‑revenue model.
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