Brady CT32 and CT70
Key facts
The CT series is Brady’s family of touch computers. The CT32 is a light, rugged device for retail, logistics and warehousing, with Wi-Fi 6E and 5G. The CT70 is the more powerful model: Qualcomm Dragonwing at up to 2.9 GHz, Wi-Fi 7, a display with up to 600 nits and higher drop resistance.
Both devices read 1D and 2D codes with S0703 and FlexRange S0803 scan engines; according to the manufacturer, the FlexRange reads up to 11 m. Brady states clear Android targets: the CT32 ships with Android 14 and is planned to receive Android 16 and 18, while the CT70 is committed for Android 15 to 19, in each case subject to technical feasibility confirmed by Qualcomm.
- Warehouse and logistics with scanning from hand to high shelves (FlexRange)
- Retail and stores with contactless payment via NFC
- Delivery and field service with 5G and GNSS
- Companies that want to run new devices on current Android versions for as long as possible (CT70)
- Sites that already use or plan Wi-Fi 7 (CT70)
- Frequent entry on a hardware keypad and long shifts on one battery: Brady CK62
- Integrated UHF RFID with long read range: Zebra TC22 RFID
- Device fleets already managed with Zebra tools: Zebra TC53e / TC58e
- Potentially explosive atmospheres: Bartec Ex mobile computers
Detailed specifications
| CT32 | CT70 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 out of the box, Android 16 and 18 planned (subject to Qualcomm) | Android 15 to 19 committed (subject to Qualcomm) |
| Processor | Qualcomm 4490 octa-core, up to 2.4 GHz | Qualcomm Dragonwing QCS/QCM6690 octa-core, up to 2.9 GHz |
| Display | 6.0 in Full HD, 1080 x 2160 pixels, 450 nits, Gorilla Glass 5 | 6.0 in Full HD, 2280 x 1080 pixels, up to 600 nits, Gorilla Glass Victus; glove, stylus and rain modes |
| Memory | 6 GB / 128 GB or 8 GB / 128 GB, microSD up to 2 TB | 8 GB / 128 GB, 16 GB / 256 GB announced for the second half of 2026; microSD up to 2 TB |
| Scan engine | FlexRange S0803 with green laser, up to 11 m according to the manufacturer, or S0703 (1D/2D) | FlexRange S0803 (standard range) or S0703; FlexRange S0903 (ultra-long range) announced |
| Cameras | 13 MP rear, 8 MP front | 13 MP rear (50 MP announced), 8 MP front |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) and Wi-Fi 6E, tri-band, multi-link operation, 2x2 MU-MIMO |
| Cellular | 5G NR (SA and NSA), LTE, WCDMA, GSM; eSIM and nano SIM | optional: 5G FR1, LTE Advanced, UMTS, GSM; eSIM and nano SIM |
| Bluetooth / NFC | Bluetooth 5.3 with BLE; NFC with contactless payment | Bluetooth 6.0 with BLE; NFC in the display, contactless payment |
| UHF RFID | not specified | model dependent, 865 to 868 MHz, EPC Gen2 |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh, swappable; more than 12 hours according to the manufacturer, charging in under 3.5 hours | 4,775 mAh standard or Qi wireless, 7,692 mAh extended; hot swap |
| Sealing | IP65 and IP68 | same as left |
| Drop and tumble | 1.8 m with TPU boot, 1.5 m without boot to concrete (MIL-STD-810H); 1,000 tumbles from 0.5 m | 2.4 m with boot, 1.8 m without boot to concrete (MIL-STD-810H); more than 3,000 tumbles from 0.5 m without boot |
| Operating temperature | -20 °C to 50 °C | same as left |
| Dimensions, weight | 166 x 76.9 x 13.9 mm; 269 g with standard battery | 170 x 78.6 x 16.7 mm (22.3 mm with extended battery); 310 g with standard battery |
| Warranty | 1-year factory warranty | same as left |
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
| Variant | Connectivity | Special feature |
|---|---|---|
| CT32 | Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, 5G | FlexRange S0803 or S0703 scan engine; 6/128 or 8/128 GB; according to the shop, available without SIM or with nano SIM and eSIM |
| CT70 WLAN | Wi-Fi 7 and 6E, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC | standard, Qi wireless or extended battery; FlexRange or standard range scanner |
| CT70 5G | adds 5G with eSIM and nano SIM | otherwise as CT70 WLAN |
| CT70 options | model dependent | UHF RFID and barometer model dependent; 16/256 GB, 50 MP camera and FlexRange S0903 announced in the spec sheet for the second half of 2026 |
Accessories
- 4-bay charging station and 5-bay charging cradle (CT70)
- Ethernet cradle and home base (CT70)
- Battery charger kit (CT70)
- Spare 4,500 mAh battery (CT32)
- Scan handles and protective boots (according to the manufacturer)
Brady CT32 or Zebra TC22 / TC27?
| Brady CT32 | Zebra TC22 / TC27 | |
|---|---|---|
| Android per manufacturer | Android 14 out of the box, 16 and 18 planned | upgradeable to Android 16 |
| Processor | Qualcomm 4490 octa-core, up to 2.4 GHz | Qualcomm 5430 hexa-core, 2.1 GHz |
| Drop height to concrete with boot | 1.8 m | 1.5 m |
| Operating temperature | -20 °C to 50 °C | -10 °C to 50 °C |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 3,800 or 5,200 mAh |
| Cellular | 5G | TC27 only (5G) |
| Weight with standard battery | 269 g | 236 g |
Both series target teams that need a rugged Android device in a smartphone form factor. According to the spec sheet, the CT32 has the wider temperature range, higher drop resistance and an Android roadmap up to Android 18. The TC22 is lighter and is available with a larger swappable battery. The decision usually comes down to your existing device fleet and the tools your team uses to manage devices. To the Zebra TC22 / TC27
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the CT32 and the CT70?
The CT32 is lighter (269 g) and works with Wi-Fi 6E, 5G and Bluetooth 5.3. The CT70 has a faster processor, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0 and a brighter display, and according to the manufacturer withstands drops of 2.4 m with boot. On the CT70, 5G is optional and RFID is model dependent.
How long will the devices receive Android updates?
The CT32 ships with Android 14, with Android 16 and 18 planned. For the CT70, Brady states Android 15 to 19. Both commitments are subject to technical feasibility confirmed by Qualcomm. Updates are best rolled out centrally through Mobile Device Management.
Is Wi-Fi 7 on the CT70 worth it?
Wi-Fi 7 with multi-link operation uses several frequency bands at once and helps in environments with many devices. You only benefit if your access points support Wi-Fi 7; otherwise the CT70 works with Wi-Fi 6E. We can assess with you whether an upgrade pays off as part of your WLAN infrastructure.
How far does the scanner read?
According to the manufacturer, the FlexRange S0803 reads up to 11 m and has a green aiming laser. The S0703 is the engine for 1D and 2D codes at close range. The FlexRange S0903 with ultra-long range has been announced for the CT70; the spec sheet does not yet state a range.
Will the battery last a full shift?
For the CT32, Brady states more than 12 hours with the standard battery, depending on use, and a charging time of under 3.5 hours. For the CT70, an extended 7,692 mAh battery is available for multi-shift operation. On the CT70, you can hot-swap the battery during operation.
How does the scan data get into my ERP system?
The integrated scanner passes the data to your Android app or web client. We set up the connection to your ERP system or industry software with you. Find out more under Mobile processes.
Data sheets and manufacturer information
The manufacturer provides data sheets, user guides and configuration guides on the product page. We are also happy to send you the documents directly.
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