Planning a machine vision identification system starts with a barcode scanner that actually fits the workflow. Two very different options show how wide that choice can be: the Datalogic Matrix 320 and the Tera D5100. The price range here is wide-USD 810.00 for the Matrix 320 and USD 19.99 for the Tera D5100-so the real question is where your workload falls between them.
Quick verdict
Choose the Datalogic Matrix 320 if your setup calls for a scanner from the Matrix line. Choose the Tera D5100 if your work is more flexible and you want a scanner that's easy to grab when you need it.
At a glance
| Feature | Datalogic Matrix 320 | Tera D5100 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | USD 810.00 | USD 19.99 |
| Condition | New - Open box | New |
| Model | Matrix 320 | D5100 |
| Type | Industrial barcode scanner | 1D/2D wireless barcode scanner |
Where each product wins
The Datalogic Matrix 320 wins when the scanner needs to be a permanent part of a machine vision identification plan. It's a specific model with the MPN 710-430, so it's easy to plan around.
The Tera D5100 wins on flexibility. It's a scanner designed to be moved between tasks, which makes it a low-stakes addition to a workspace.
Product notes
NEW! Datalogic Matrix 320 710-430 Industrial Barcode Scanner
This is the scanner to choose when the application is more demanding than a quick inventory scan. The Datalogic Matrix 320 is a new open-box industrial barcode scanner, and the model and MPN details (Matrix 320, 710-430) give you a concrete unit to plan around. One reason to choose it is that you need an industrial scanner with a defined part number in your machine vision identification setup. The limitation is the open-box condition: the unit isn't a factory-sealed new item, so the buying experience includes that condition rather than a pristine retail package. If your project depends on a specific industrial scanner part number, the Matrix 320 is the one to build around.
Tera Industrial 1D/2D Wireless Barcode Scanner Model D5100 Bluetooth 2.4G USB
The Tera D5100 is the more flexible end of this comparison. It's a new scanner that reads both 1D and 2D barcodes, connects over Bluetooth 2.4G USB, and comes in an orange-and-black color scheme. One reason to choose it is that you get wireless scanning without making the scanner a major line item in your plans. The limitation is that it isn't trying to be an industrial scanner of the same type as the Matrix 320; if your workflow needs a scanner dedicated to an automated line, the D5100's general-purpose wireless design won't fill that exact role. For everyday scanning and lighter setups, it's a practical, straightforward pick.
Final choice by use case
For a permanent scanner role in a machine vision identification build, the Datalogic Matrix 320 is the one to choose. It fits an engineering plan well.
For a scanner that travels with you and handles everyday scanning, the Tera D5100 is the better match. It's a no-fuss unit with a flexible, easy-to-move design.
So the real decision isn't about which scanner is more capable; it's about which role you need to fill. If the scanner stays in one place and serves as the main reader, go with the Matrix 320. If it travels with you and reads codes on demand, the D5100 is the sensible choice.
