Ever since the government has announced that the KYC (Know Your Customer) data is mandatory for payment platforms, e-wallets and even AADHAR, the need for fingerprint scanners has gone up. Thankfully, there are many USB powered fingerprint scanners to do the job however, finding the right one can be hard as you may end up with a device that’s riddled with issues. For instance, you may end up with a scanner that takes a long time to register your fingerprint, making the process of using it quite tedious. To help you out, we have made a list of the best USB powered fingerprint scanners that you can buy on Amazon.
The KartString Startek FM220 Fingerprint scanner is optimal for digital verification such as Aadhar, Apna CSC, NDLM, DigiLocker or Jeevan Pramaan. It is a CMOS-based optical reader that the brand claims is quite accurate. It captures images and verifies fingerprints with high speed. The scanner comes with a micro USB connector to use with mobiles or tablets. The brand also claims that this scanner does not run into a problem while scanning smeared, scarred, stained and smudged fingers, making it quite convenient for daily use.
The Safran Morpho Idemia MSO 1300 E3 USB Fingerprint Scanner is a USB powered single finger scanner with a sensor size of 14×22mm. The scanner uses a USB 2.0 interface for connectivity. It has fast processing and, according to the brand, it can confirm authentication in less than six seconds and identification in less than eight seconds. This scanner can be used for capturing and securely storing fingerprints. This device is useful for Aadhar based sim activation and document verification. Users can also set the degrees of accuracy as the scanner can be customised. The scanner weighs about 32 grams and with a build dimension of 6.7×1.5×3.8 cm, it can be carried anywhere with ease. The scanner works as a plug and play device and does not require any other additional software to use it. Additionally, the scanner can be used in the smartphones or tablets too via the OTG (On the Go) cable, helping you ensure that your device is always secure.
The Futronic USB 2.0 Fingerprint Scanner (FS80H) uses precise optics, which allows it to produce practically undistorted fingerprint images, according to the brand. A special electronic circuit is built into the scanner to facilitate Live Finger Detection (LFD). Users can use the feature through computer software to rule out fake fingers made of silicone, rubber, play-doh, or other materials. However, the accuracy of this feature might be affected by the software used. The scanner is packed with Infrared illumination which should allow it to scan wet, dry, blurred and other problematic fingers. The finger is illuminated by four Infra-Red LEDs during scanning and the light intensity is also automatically adjusted to optimise the captured fingerprint image. The scanner has a 14mm thick crown glass upon the sensor which makes it rugged and practically indestructible, according to company claims. The brand also says that it is much more reliable and robust when compared to any semiconductor fingerprint scanner. The scanner can capture an almost un-distorted raw fingerprint image and send it to your PC in 100ms, according to the brand, and is good for any fingerprint recognition application. Also, the scanner itself does not come with any software as it works as a plug and play device.
The Mantra MFS100 Biometric Fingerprint Scanner can be used for authentication, identification and verification functions. The scanner is made of plastic, which should make it lightweight and long-lasting. It comes with a scratch-free optical sensor surface. The scanner uses USB 2.0 interface for connectivity. It comes with drivers to use it and these can be downloaded from the link provided in the product manual. Do keep in mind that the device does not work on rooted smartphones. The scanner promises the lowest False Rejection Rate (FRR) and False Acceptance Rate (FAR), ensuring your convenience at all times.