How to choose equipment for business?
Any business needs equipment. The necessary equipment depends on the size of the business, its direction, and financial capacity. Currently, there are many printers, scanners, and other trade equipment on the market, making it challenging to choose the right one for your business. In this article, Torgsoft specialists have reviewed cost-effective and quality equipment sets for small, medium, and large businesses. For convenience, we have also attached a short video overview of the sets.
Set 1.
Minimal set — for small shops, sections in shopping malls, kiosks, or market stalls. Does not include the sale of weight-based goods.
Universal Printer Xprinter XP-243B
This printer can print both labels and receipts up to 60 mm wide. Prints text, barcodes, logos, and graphic images. Medium print speed. The printer automatically detects the size and type of material and switches between “receipt printing” / “label” modes. Built-in paper end sensor.
Wired Scanner Mobitehnika MT-U4 1D, CMOS 2D
A budget-friendly scanner with good value for money. Recognizes barcodes and 2D QR codes from any surface, including mobile device screens. Easy to use — no setup required, just plug and play. A stand can be purchased for enabling the auto-scan mode.
Set price: 〜 4200 UAH.
Set 2.
For large grocery stores, sections in shopping complexes, or wholesale bases. Also suitable for selling weight-based goods.
Label Printer Xprinter XP-235B
Prints labels ranging from 20 to 60 mm, including barcodes and QR codes. Standard print speed. Compact case size. Can print up to 3000 labels per day.
Photo Scanner Datalogic QuickScan Lite QW2100
Recognizes wide and truncated barcodes, markings from smartphone screens, monitors, and glossy surfaces. Features Green Spot for fast aiming. High productivity – 400 scans per second.
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Wireless Barcode Scanner Mobitehnika MT-3368B 1D, 2D
Portable, works via Bluetooth or USB flash receiver, connects to both computers and mobile devices. Scans barcodes and QR codes from paper, glossy surfaces, and monitors. Recognizes small, crumpled, and faded barcodes. Built-in motion sensor, a stand can be purchased. Convenient for inventory.
Receipt Printer Gprinter GA-E200 USB + Ethernet
Prints receipts up to 80 mm wide. Connects to the network, allowing printing from multiple computers simultaneously. Very high print speed — produces one receipt in less than a second. Auto receipt cutting. Wall mounting option available.
Scales NPP ''Prompribor'' VTA-60 / 15-5-A, up to 15 kg, with built-in battery
Scales with a stand and dual-sided display. Connects via COM port to the computer and Torgsoft accounting software. Large stainless steel platform. Operates on mains and battery.
Approximate set price, considering one of the scanners: without scales 〜 8150 UAH, with scales 〜 13650 UAH.
Set 3.
For store chains, large trade halls, or wholesale warehouses. Also suitable for packaging and selling weight-based goods.
Scales VTNE-PRINT 15N2-2, up to 15 kg
Scales with a label printing function. You can weigh a product and immediately print a label, leaving only barcode scanning at the checkout. Connects via RS232, Ethernet, USB. Dual-sided LCD, waterproof keyboard with 103 keys, and stainless steel housing. Used for automating product packaging and speeding up customer service.
Receipt Printer Xprinter XP-Q801K USB+WiFi
High printing speed and quality. Produces receipts up to 80 mm wide. Prints text, logos, QR codes, and graphic images. Connects via WiFi to the network for simultaneous printing from multiple workstations. Built-in auto cutter, paper end, and open cover sensors.
Label Printer OCOM OCBP-010-UL USB + Ethernet
Prints not only standard product labels but also large ones like waybills for Nova Poshta. Good printing quality and speed, visual control over consumables through a transparent cover. Connects via USB and Ethernet. Built-in cooler prevents the print head from overheating and ensures its long service life.
High-performance desktop scanner of industrial level. Reads 1D and 2D barcodes, prescriptions, driver’s licenses, receipts, A6-format documents, including damaged and low-contrast barcodes from any surface. This scanner is often used at self-checkout counters.
Data Collection Terminal with Wi-Fi, LECOM T80 2D ANDROID
Reads barcodes, QR codes, and functions as an Android device: plays photos, audio, has a SIM card slot, and built-in memory. Very convenient for inventory and stocktaking: lightweight, smartphone-sized, durable, supports voice communication, and allows scanning barcodes and immediately viewing product information. Equipped with a touch screen and buttons.
Set price: without scales and terminal 〜 15700 UAH; with scales but without terminal 〜 38700 UAH; full set 〜 57200 UAH.