HID

HID Card Reader

HID Card Reader
International Standard

Supports employee IDs, corporate cards, and various Smart Cards.
Enhance security and simplify management for every business.

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Who is HID?

HID Card Readers

HID is a global leader in card readers and identity authentication solutions trusted by organizations worldwide. It supports national ID Smart Cards, employee badges, government cards, as well as Proximity and Contactless cards across multiple standards. With Plug & Play connectivity, it is easy to use, stable, and secure, and provides SDK/Drivers for Windows, macOS, and some models for Linux. Backed by local after-sales service in Thailand, your identity systems stay up and running with confidence.

Leader in Card Readers & Security

Trusted by leading organizations worldwide

HID FEATURES

Key Features of HID Card Readers

Supports Multiple Standards

Reads Smart Card, Contact/Contactless (ISO 7816/14443/15693), Proximity, iCLASS, MIFARE, and Thai national ID cards.

Versatile Connectivity

Supports USB, USB-C, and some models include NFC for Tap-to-Read. Ready to use with Plug & Play.

Enterprise-Grade Security

Supports data encryption, Secure Element, and firmware updates for confident protection.

Multi-OS Support

SDK/Drivers available for Windows, macOS, and some models for Linux—making integration and development easier.

Built for Many Industries

Ideal for eKYC, HR, time attendance, access control, banking, hospitals, and universities.

Local Support in Thailand

Reliable after-sales service, spare parts, and warranty from authorized distributors in Thailand.

USE CASES

Real-World Use Cases — HID Card Readers

With HID card readers, perform professional identity verification and enrollment. Easily integrate with existing systems across business and government to shorten service time and reduce data errors at the counter.

Registration Points & eKYC

Scan national ID/Smart Card to auto-extract data for customer onboarding, mobile/Internet service registration, or government service counters.

Visitor Management & Front Desk

Read visitor cards to issue badges and log entry/exit, improving building security.

Access Control for Elevators/Doors

Read Proximity / iCLASS / MIFARE cards to control access to doors/elevators and integrate with existing security systems.

Example of using HID card readers at real service counters

HR & Time Attendance

Read employee cards to record time in/out, integrate with HRIS/Payroll, and reduce duplicate entry and errors.

Banking/Insurance KYC & AML

Verify customer identity for account opening/service enrollment, insurance/loans, and capture card data for compliance.

Healthcare / Education / Government

Hospitals: patient registration/benefit verification • Universities: student services/library • Government: registries/public services

Reduce check-in/registration time at counters

Minimize data entry errors by staff

Fast integration with existing systems via SDK/Drivers

Trust & Guarantee

Trust & Warranty for HID Card Readers

International-grade standards used by organizations worldwide, with reliable warranty and after-sales service in Thailand.

Certified Enterprise-grade Security Local Support

International Standards & Certifications

Supports ISO/IEC 7816, 14443, 15693 card standards and Proximity/iCLASS/MIFARE technologies, with regularly updatable firmware.

Enterprise-Level Security

Security architecture with Secure Element (on some models), data encryption, and signed drivers to prevent unauthorized access.

Clear Warranty Terms

Hardware warranty per manufacturer policy with options for extended coverage and repair/replacement as applicable.

Expert Local Support in Thailand

Local technical team, available spare parts, and complete technical docs/SDKs reduce downtime and keep systems continuous.

HOW TO USE

How to Use HID Card Readers

Getting started with HID card readers is simple—just connect and install supported software. Compatible with Windows, macOS, and some models for Linux. Works instantly via Plug & Play.

Step 1

Connect the Device

Plug in via USB/USB-C, or place near the host if NFC is supported.

Step 2

Install Driver/SDK

Download and install the appropriate HID driver or SDK.

Step 3

Scan & Use

Present or insert cards per standard (Smart Card / Proximity / Contactless); data is read instantly.

Comparison

Compare Card Readers: HID vs Zoweetek vs ACS

HID excels in enterprise-grade security, broad standards support, and front-desk reliability. While priced higher, it delivers superior quality and support—ideal for medium to large organizations.

HID — Enterprise-Grade

Advanced security/encryption • Full SDKs • Windows/macOS/some Linux • Local support

Best for Enterprise

Zoweetek — Value

General enrollment tasks at an affordable price with basic security—good for SMEs.

ACS — Flexible for Developers

Many variants/libraries; good for Dev/Test or niche solutions—verify enterprise support per model.

Comparison Topic	HID	Zoweetek	ACS
Security/Encryption	★★★★★ Secure Element / Signed FW	★★★☆☆ Basic	★★★★☆ Very good on many models
Card/Standard Support	Very broad ISO 7816/14443/15693, MIFARE/iCLASS, Prox	General Core national ID/Smart Card	BroadDepends on variant
OS/SDK	Comprehensive Windows/macOS/some Linux + enterprise SDKs	Basic Primarily Windows	Flexible Varies by model/platform
Stability/Continuous Ops	★★★★★ Ideal for front desk/enterprise	★★★☆☆ General workloads	★★★★☆ Good (depends on model)
Support/Warranty (Enterprise)	Excellent Tech team/spares/docs available	Basic	Good Depends on reseller
Price Level (Overall)	High in exchange for security/quality	Budget	Mid–High by specs
Best For	Medium–large enterprises, banks, hospitals, universities, government	SMEs / value solutions	Dev houses / niche solutions / PoC

Summary: If your workload requires high security, stability, and enterprise support, choose HID.

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Real-World Examples Across Industries with HID Card Readers

Retail

|Retail & Membership

Sign up members • Tap to earn points • Recognize customers instantly at checkout

HID card readers link membership/verify identity within seconds. Connect to POS/CRM to reduce typing errors and speed up checkout.

Instant membership via HID card tap or Mobile ID
Connect POS/CRM via Keyboard Wedge or SDK
Real-time entitlement/tier checks

Access

|Corporate & Access

Employee identity • Visitor passes • Complete audit logs

Read employee/visitor IDs to issue passes and log entry/exit securely. Integrates with access control systems.

Supports HID Prox / iCLASS / Seos and MIFARE/DESFire
Connect OSDP / Wiegand and time attendance
Print visitor badges and auto-log entry/exit

Education

|Education (Student / Staff ID)

Issue student cards • Control access to buildings • Eliminate overdue library cards

Use HID student/staff cards for identity verification, door access, and library/cafeteria transactions quickly.

Integrate with SIS/LMS and library systems
Supports MIFARE/DESFire for student IDs
Works with turnstiles/automatic doors on campus

Hospitality

|Hospitality / Events

Faster check-in • On-site badge issuance • Zone access control

Read/issue event passes or room keycards. Integrate with PMS/registration to allocate zone permissions and track attendees in real time.

Supports key cards / badge printing
Set zone-based access (Back-of-House, VIP)
Live dashboard of attendee counts

Using HID card readers in clinics and hospitals

Healthcare

|Clinics / Hospitals (Healthcare)

Staff identity • Restricted-area access • EMR/HIS integration

Use HID cards for staff/contractors to access drug stores/ER and to sign digital medical records—reducing errors and improving safety.

Role-based access in HIS/EMR
Support for in/out time logging/shifts with audit trail
Read patient cards/wristbands for pre-procedure verification

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

HID Card Readers

Which cards/standards are supported? Click to view the answer

Supports Contact/Contactless Smart Cards per ISO/IEC 7816, 14443, 15693, as well as Proximity, iCLASS/iCLASS SE, MIFARE/Ultralight/DESFire, plus employee/student/national ID cards depending on model.

Which operating systems are supported, and do I need drivers? Click to view the answer

Supports Windows, macOS, and some models support Linux. Most are Plug & Play, but for full functionality we recommend installing the HID Driver/SDK for your model.

Do the readers support both read and write? Click to view the answer

There are read-only models and read-write models (e.g., MIFARE/DESFire/iCLASS). Choose based on your use case—for setting access rights/updating on-card data, select a write-capable model with the appropriate SDK.

How is HID security better than typical brands? Click to view the answer

Many models include a Secure Element, signed firmware, encryption options, and key-management tools—ideal for high-security enterprise use with auditability.

Can it be used with Thai national ID/government cards? Click to view the answer

Yes—on models that support the relevant standards and protocols. You must also have the authorized rights/software to read data per the governing agency’s requirements.

How do I connect and what should I prepare? Click to view the answer

Connect via USB/USB-C (some models support NFC), install the model-specific Driver/SDK, test with sample cards, and configure your software to communicate with the enterprise app/system.

Is there warranty and local support in Thailand? Click to view the answer

Yes—warranty per the manufacturer’s policy with a local support team in Thailand, available parts and manuals, and options to extend coverage for enterprise deployments.

Which model should we choose for our organization? Click to view the answer

Consider four factors: your card standards, whether you need read-only or read-write, the required platform/SDK, and the security level. For tailored recommendations, please share your system and card details with us.

Still have questions about HID card readers?

Tell us your card types, use cases, and platform and we’ll help you choose the best-fit model for free.

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HID OMNIKEY 1021 Smart Card Reader (PN:R10210311-1)

OMNIKEY 1021 Smart Card Reader such as ID card, membership card, discount card, loyalty card and general card, plug-and-play USB 2.0 connection Beautiful design, stylish, compact, lightweight, easy to carry. Supports Windows XP, 7, 8, 10 ** Excluding programs **

฿990.00 incl vat ฿850.00 incl vat

HID OMNIKEY 3021 Smart Card Reader (PN:R30210315-1)

ที่เป็นหนึ่งในผู้ผลิตชั้นนำของโลกของเครื่องอ่านบัตรสมาร์ทการ์ดนวัตกรรมใหม่ HID Global ขอนำเสนอ OMNIKEY 3021 USB เครื่องอ่านบัตรสมาร์ทการ์ดประสิทธิภาพสูง ในรูปแบบขนาดเล็กสำหรับการใช้งานแบบตั้งโต๊ะ เครื่องอ่านบัตร OMNIKEY® 3021 USB เป็นอุปกรณ์ USB ที่ติดตั้งง่ายเหมาะกับการทำงานร่วมกับบัตรสมาร์ทการ์ดแบบสัมผัสกับหลากหลายแอพพลิเคชั่น ไม่ว่าจะเป็นการทำธุรกรรมการเงินแบบออนไลน์ หรือ Digital Signature

฿1,790.00 incl vat ฿1,250.00 incl vat

HID OMNIKEY 3121 Smart Card Reader (PN:R31210220-01)

HID Global, with its product brand OMNIKEY one of the world's leading manufacturers of innovative smart card readers, offers with the OMNIKEY® 3121 a high-performance smart card reader USB connected for desktop use with multiple standing options in a robust housing. The OMNIKEY® 3121 is an easy-to-install USB card reader suited for all contact smart card operations like online-banking or digital signature applications.

฿1,900.00 incl vat ฿1,500.00 incl vat

HID OMNIKEY 5021CL Smart Card Reader (PN:R50210218)

OMNIKEY 5021CL contactless smart card reader provides convenience, speed and security for applications such as PC and network log-on, email encryption and digital signature, while also supporting contactless physical access and contactless PKI cards. Utilizing a new state-of-the-art design and a robust set of features supporting multiple technologies, the usability of the reader is extended far beyond its standard desktop operation.

฿4,150.00 incl vat

HID OMNIKEY 5022CL Smart Card Reader เครื่องอ่านบัตรสมาร์ทการ์ด (PN:R50220317)

The OMNIKEY 5022 reader is an ideal solution for healthcare, pharmaceutical, financial services, enterprise, government and other organizations seeking higher security and access management. The reader eliminates the need to install drivers, and can be used with standard PCs and workstations, as well as with thin and zero clients. It can also be used to meet security and regulatory compliance requirements, which mandate two-factor user authentication for accessing workstations and applications.

฿4,500.00 incl vat ฿3,990.00 incl vat

HID OMNIKEY 5023 Smart Card Reader (PN:R50230318-DB)

HID Global’s OMNIKEY® 5023 enables strong authentication to computer, network or cloud applications, supporting 13.56 MHz credentials with enhanced system security such as iCLASS Seos®, iCLASS SE®, iCLASS Elite®. Typical environments for the reader include healthcare, pharmaceutical, financial services, enterprise, government and other agencies seeking higher security and access management.

฿4,350.00 incl vat

HID OMNIKEY 5025 Smart Card Reader (PN:R50250001-GR)

OMNIKEY 5025 CL reader ensures greater stability, durability and compliance and can be used as a replacement to the existing OMNIKEY 5325 CL family*. The solution provides full CCID support and allows the usage in PC, as well as thin- and zero-client environments.

฿4,500.00 incl vat ฿3,990.00 incl vat

HID OMNIKEY 5027 Smart Card Reader (PN:R50270001)

OMNIKEY 5027 high-frequency contactless reader with keyboard wedge interface is designed for customers seeking easy integrations with higher security and access management who want to utilize their existing access control badges for authentication to computers, networks or cloud applications beyond physical access control. For common cards and use cases, the reader comes preconﬁgured and ready to use out of the box. Easy configuration is available for different operating systems and card populations, as well as integration for various existing environments (ideal for SSO). Typical environments for the reader include healthcare, financial services, enterprise and government.

฿5,500.00 incl vat

HID OMNIKEY 5422 Smart Card Reader เครื่องอ่านบัตรสมาร์ทการ์ด (PN:R54220301)

เป็นการรวมกันที่ดีที่สุดของเทคโนโลยีสมาร์ทการ์ดแบบสัมผัส และไร้สัมผัสในอุปกรณ์เดียว เป็นโซลูชั่นสำหรับเชื่อมต่อกับ PC ที่สามารถทั้งอ่านและเขียน สมาร์ทการ์ดแบบไร้สัมผัส คลื่นความถี่ 13.56MHz และบัตรสมาร์ทการ์ดแบบหน้าสัมผัส เพื่อรองรับในกรณีที่เทคโนโลยีสมาร์ทการ์ดแบบสัมผัส และไร้สัมผัสจำเป็นต้องใช้ในเวลาเดียวกัน

฿5,900.00 incl vat

HID OMNIKEY 5427CK (GEN 2) Smart Card Reader เครื่องอ่านบัตรสมาร์ทการ์ด เชื่อมต่อกับเครื่องคอมพิวเตอร์ (PC) ได้ทุกแบบ (PN:R54270101)

เครื่องอ่านบัตรแบบไร้สัมผัส พร้อมด้วย CCID และสายพ่วงคีย์บอร์ด (KEYBOARD WEDGE) และตัวเครื่องสำหรับวางบนโต๊ะ OMNIKEY แบบใหม่ เชื่อมต่อได้กับเครื่องคอมพิวเตอร์ (PC) ทุกแบบ ตัวเลือกที่ดีที่สุดในการรองรับการเทคโนโลยียืนยันตัวตนที่หลากหลาย ทั้งแบบคลื่นความถี่ต่ำ (LF) และคลื่นความถี่สูง (HF) เช่น CLASS Seos®, iCLASS SE®, iCLASS®, MIFARE®, Indala Prox, and HID Prox.

฿10,700.00 incl vat