Zebra RS5100 and RS2100
Key facts
Wearable scanners pay off when staff perform many scans with goods in their hands: there is no need to reach for a handheld scanner, both hands stay on the carton. The scanners pair via Bluetooth with a mobile computer, a wearable terminal or, via a Zebra Bluetooth adapter, a PC. More on the topic in the article Wearables: hands-free scanning in logistics.
- Picking and packing with both hands on the goods
- Use with Zebra mobile computers and wearable terminals
- Goods receipt with many cartons
- Smartphones and tablets with Android or iOS (RS2100)
- Long distances and high-bay racking: Zebra DS3678-XR or Granit Ultra XLR
- Direct part marks (DPM)
- Processes with feedback on the device: ProGlove MAI with display
Detailed specifications
| RS5100 | RS2100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Form factor | Single-finger ring scanner, alternatively on the back of the hand or on a lanyard; single or dual trigger; for right and left hand | Back-of-hand scanner, 360° rotation, ±60° pitch; for right or left hand |
| Scan engine | SE4770 (alternatively SE4710), 1D and 2D, field of view 48° × 30° | SE4770 standard range, 1D and 2D |
| Depth of field | not specified | Code 128, 15 mil: 6.1 to 70.6 cm UPC-A: 4.1 to 63.2 cm DataMatrix, 10 mil: 5.3 to 27.8 cm Code 39, 20 mil: 4.1 to 91.7 cm |
| Battery | swappable: standard 480 mAh, up to 12 hours or 14,400 scans; extended 735 mAh; freezer battery 660 mAh for -20 °C to 50 °C | integrated, 480 mAh |
| Wireless | Bluetooth; NFC tag | Bluetooth 5.2 with BLE |
| Hosts | Zebra mobile computers and wearable terminals; PC via Zebra Bluetooth adapter | Zebra mobile computers, Android and iOS devices; PC via Zebra Bluetooth adapter (up to 7 scanners per adapter) |
| Sealing | IP65 | IP54 |
| Drop | multiple 1.8 m drops to concrete | multiple 1.8 m drops to concrete; 1,000 shocks from 0.5 m |
| Operating temperature | with freezer battery -20 °C to 50 °C | 0 °C to 50 °C |
| Weight | 70 g | 31 g |
| Dimensions | not specified | 52 × 35.5 × 14.6 mm |
Source: manufacturer data sheets and product pages, as of October 2026. Subject to change; individual variants may differ. Prices and delivery times are available in the shop.
Variants and accessories
| Model | Version | Shop |
|---|---|---|
| RS5100 | single trigger, standard battery | in the shop |
| RS5100 | dual trigger, standard battery | in the shop |
| RS2100 | back-of-hand scanner; mount sold separately | in the shop |
| RS6100 | further wearable scanner in the shop range | in the shop |
Accessories such as back-of-hand mount, lanyard adapter, extended battery, freezer battery and Bluetooth adapter for PCs are available separately.
RS5100, RS2100 or ProGlove MAI?
| Zebra RS5100 | Zebra RS2100 | ProGlove MAI | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 70 g | 31 g | 68 g |
| Operation | finger trigger | trigger, back of hand | trigger on hand strap, touch display, 4 buttons |
| Display | no | no | 1.95 inch AMOLED |
| Battery | swappable, 480 mAh | integrated, 480 mAh | 1,250 mAh, 1 to 2 shifts |
| Wireless | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 | BLE 5.4 and Wi-Fi |
| Sealing | IP65 | IP54 | IP65 |
The RS2100 is the lightest option for pure scanning. The RS5100 scores with a swappable battery for multi-shift operation and a freezer battery. The ProGlove MAI pays off when staff need to see feedback on the device or Wi-Fi is required. View ProGlove MAI
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Frequently asked questions
RS5100 or RS2100: which one fits?
At 31 g the RS2100 is the lightest and also pairs with Android and iOS devices. The RS5100 has a swappable battery, IP65 sealing and a freezer battery for -20 °C; it suits multi-shift operation and harsh areas.
Which devices do the scanners work with?
Both pair via Bluetooth with Zebra mobile computers and wearable terminals and, via a Zebra Bluetooth adapter, with PCs. According to the manufacturer, the RS2100 also works with Android and iOS smartphones and tablets.
Are the scanners available for left-handers?
Yes. The RS5100 is designed for right and left hand, the RS2100 is available for the right or the left hand.
How long does the battery last?
According to the manufacturer, the RS5100 standard battery lasts up to 12 hours or 14,400 scans; a 735 mAh battery is available for longer use. Because the battery is swappable, the scanner can be used without a break.
Data sheets and manufacturer information
We are happy to send you the RS5100 spec sheet.
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