Device Hardware
Choosing the right device is important, as there are many things to consider including usability / durability / performance and reliability.
Minimum Requirements
Operating System
It is an Android only app and therefore Apple iOS devices are not compatible.
The device needs to be Android v5 or above.
Screen Size
If the screen is too small then whilst the app does resize itself where possible, in some cases you may not be able to view the whole screen. A minimum screen size is 5inches or above
Scanner
The device must have a Camera, as this is used for functionality within the app and crucially, barcode scanning.
Install
The app is published on the Google Play Store. To get started simply download the app, and scan the unique QR code our licensing team will send to you via email.
Important
- We can only guarantee that the devices in the compatible list below will be suitable for our software.
- We are continuing to add to our compatible list so keep up to date by visiting this page for the latest compatible devices.
- Please ensure you enable Android encryption and/or use a PIN to protect access to the device by unauthorised people
- If you use a device managed by a third party and/or use a Mobile Device Management ("MDM") tool, then it is important that (a) Play Store updates are enabled and (b) this does not interfere with specific Invatech settings (*please get in touch with us if you want to discuss this further)
Compatible Device List (Recommended):
Device | Scan | Price inc. VAT | Screen | Comments | Where to order |
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Samsung XCover5 | Camera | £230 | 5.3 inch | Nice fast handset with reliable scanning. Lightweight and easy to use | https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=samsung+xcover+5&crid=1MQQAEN0BL965&sprefix=samsung+xcover%2Caps%2C93&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_14 |
Samsung A20e | Camera | £140 | 5.8 inch | Middle of the range device. Good size screen and price reasonable. | https://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-Dual-SIM-5-8-Inch-Android-Smartphone-Blue/dp/B07QN7JQ5M |
Samsung A21s | Camera | £140 | 6.4 inch | Similar to A20 but a larger screen | https://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-Galaxy-Android-Smartphone-Version/dp/B0892YLTV6/ |
Samsung A02s | Camera | £108 | 6.5 inch | Low price basic option | https://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-Smartphone-Infinity-V-Expandable-Internal/dp/B08TF7VKR1 |
Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 | Camera | £125 | 8 inch | XL size screen so slightly large if trying to hold with one hand | https://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-Galaxy-Tab-LTE-Inch/dp/B07W4KXK2W/ |
Samsung Galaxy S20 | Camera | £400 | 5 inch | Available for under £300 if you select the renewed option |
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-Galaxy-Mobile-Phone-Smartphone/dp/B08FTBSHKW |
Zebra TC21 | Integrated Scanner | £350-450 | 5 inch | Integrated Barcode Scanner reliable device | https://www.thebarcodewarehouse.co.uk/shop/zebra/mobile-computers/tc21/ |
OUKITEL WP5 Rugged Smartphone | Camera | 145 | 5.93 inch | Resilient and reliable and a decent price | https://www.amazon.co.uk/12500mAh-Smartphone-OUKITEL-WP18-Waterproof-WP18-black/dp/B09W28VN5X |