M3 Mobile SM30 and US30
Key facts
The SM30 and US30 cover the two classic form factors at M3 Mobile. The SM30 is a full-touch device with 5.7-inch display, Qualcomm Dragonwing QCM6490 and Wi-Fi 6E, as W model with Wi-Fi only and as X model with 5G as well. According to the manufacturer, the US30 builds on the keypad and scanner options of its predecessor, the US20, and offers four keypads with 30 to 51 keys.
According to the manufacturer, both devices work up to 55 °C, while the Zebra and Brady devices in this category go up to 50 °C. On both, the battery can be swapped during operation. Android support differs: the SM30 ships with Android 14 and, according to the manufacturer, is planned up to Android 18, while the US30 ships with Android 13 and can be upgraded to Android 16.
- Warehousing, production and logistics with a rugged touch device (SM30)
- Frequent keypad entry of quantities and bin locations (US30)
- Warm environments up to 55 °C, for example in halls without air conditioning
- Field service and delivery with 5G (SM30 X)
- Scanning over longer distances with the SE5800 long-range engine (US30)
- Keypad device with very long battery life or 5G: Brady CK62
- Device fleets already managed with Zebra tools: Zebra TC53e / TC58e
- Networks with Wi-Fi 7: Brady CT series
- Potentially explosive atmospheres: Bartec Ex mobile computers
Detailed specifications
| SM30 | US30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operation | full touch; 4 buttons at the bottom, 5 programmable side scan keys | touch display and keypad: 30, 38 or 42 numeric keys, 51 alphanumeric keys |
| Operating system | Android 14 (GMS) out of the box, up to Android 18 according to the manufacturer; Android 15 to 18 subject to feasibility | Android 13 out of the box, upgradeable to Android 16 |
| Processor | Qualcomm Dragonwing QCM6490 octa-core, 2.7 GHz | octa-core, 2.4 GHz |
| Display | 5.7 in FHD, 1080 x 1920 pixels, Gorilla Glass 5; touch with finger, glove or stylus | 4.0 in WVGA IPS, 480 x 800 pixels |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM / 128 GB UFS, microSD up to 2 TB | 4 GB RAM / 64 GB flash |
| Scan engine | SE4770 (2D) or SE5500 (Smart Focus) | SE4770 (2D, straight or 45° angled), SE5500 (Smart Focus) or SE5800 (long range) |
| Cameras | 16 MP rear with autofocus, 8 MP front | 16 MP rear with autofocus |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), 2x2 MU-MIMO | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), 2x2 MU-MIMO |
| Cellular | X model: 5G, 4G LTE, 3G, 2G; nano SIM and eSIM; W model without | none |
| Bluetooth / NFC | Bluetooth 5.3 with BLE beacon; NFC (ISO 14443 A/B, FeliCa, ISO 15693) | Bluetooth 5.3 with BLE; NFC (ISO 14443 A/B, ISO 15693, Mifare) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh standard, 7,000 mAh optional, hot swap; 12 to 24 hours according to the manufacturer | 6,700 mAh, hot swap; up to 13 hours according to the manufacturer, charging in under 5 hours |
| Sealing | IP68 | IP65 |
| Drop and tumble | 1.5 m without, 1.8 m with protective boot to concrete (MIL-STD-810H); 2,000 tumbles from 0.5 m without boot | 1.5 m without, 1.8 m with protective boot to concrete (MIL-STD-810G); 3,000 tumbles from 1 m with boot |
| Operating temperature | -20 °C to 55 °C | same as left |
| Dimensions, weight | 78.5 x 161.64 x 17.5 mm; 297 g | 74 x 197.2 x 35.3 mm; 416 g (2D imager), 450 g (long range) |
| Warranty | 1 year from shipment (manufacturer 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 | Configuration | Special feature |
|---|---|---|
| SM30 W | WLAN (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth, NFC | without cellular |
| SM30 X | adds 5G, nano SIM and eSIM | for field service and delivery |
| SM30 options | SE4770 or SE5500 scan engine; 5,000 or 7,000 mAh battery | battery swappable during operation |
| US30 keypads | 30, 38 or 42 numeric keys, 51 alphanumeric keys | choice depending on type of input |
| US30 scan engines | SE4770, SE5500 or SE5800 | SE5800 for longer distances |
Accessories
- Cradle for device and spare battery with power supply (SM30)
- Spare 5,000 mAh battery (SM30)
- Pistol grip for SM30 and US30
- Protective boot (SM30)
- 2-slot and 5-slot cradles and carrying case (according to the shop, accessories of the US series)
M3 Mobile US30 or Brady CK62?
| M3 Mobile US30 | Brady CK62 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 4.0 in, 480 x 800 pixels | 4 in, 480 x 800 pixels |
| Keypads | 30, 38, 42 or 51 keys | 38 or 47 keys |
| Android per manufacturer | Android 13 out of the box, up to 16 | Android 14 out of the box, up to 18 |
| Battery per manufacturer | 6,700 mAh, up to 13 hours | 7,000 mAh, more than 28 hours |
| Cellular | none | optional 5G |
| Operating temperature | -20 °C to 55 °C | -20 °C to 50 °C |
| Weight | 416 g (2D imager) | 440 g |
Both are classic keypad devices for warehousing and logistics with the same display format. The CK62 brings the newer Android version, according to the manufacturer the longer battery life, and optional 5G. The US30 offers more keypad variants, a long-range engine and works up to 55 °C. The decision usually comes down to update planning over the service life and your existing device fleet. To the Brady CK62
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Frequently asked questions
Touch or keypad: SM30 or US30?
The SM30 suits apps built for touch operation that use a large display. The US30 fits if your staff enter many quantities or bin locations, or if you are replacing older keypad devices. Both have the same operating temperature and the same drop height with protective boot.
How long will Android updates be available?
The SM30 ships with Android 14; according to the manufacturer, updates up to Android 18 are planned, with Android 15 to 18 subject to feasibility. The US30 ships with Android 13 and can be upgraded to Android 16. Updates are best rolled out centrally through Mobile Device Management.
Which scan engine should I choose?
The SE4770 is the standard engine for 2D codes, on the US30 also available in a 45° angled version. The SE5500 with Smart Focus and, on the US30, the SE5800 for long distances cover larger reading ranges. The manufacturer does not state ranges in metres; we are happy to test this with your labels.
How long does the battery last?
For the SM30, M3 Mobile states 12 to 24 hours of continuous use, depending on the 5,000 or 7,000 mAh battery. According to the manufacturer, the US30 runs for up to 13 hours on its 6,700 mAh battery and charges in under 5 hours. On both, you swap the battery during operation.
Are the devices available with cellular?
The SM30 is available as X model with 5G, nano SIM and eSIM; the W model works on Wi-Fi only. The manufacturer does not list cellular for the US30; it works on Wi-Fi.
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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