Tera HW0005-BK-US 1D/2D Wireless Barcode Scanner with Cradle

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Tera HW0005-BK-US 1D/2D Wireless Barcode Scanner with Cradle

Wireless: Tera HW0005-BK-US is a 1D/2D barcode scanner paired with a charging cradle that also houses its 2.4G receiver. It is designed for Windows, macOS, and Linux computers, not Bluetooth or direct-USB scanning, so confirm that cradle-based connection fits your workstation.

At a glance

The cradle combines charging, upright storage, hands-free scanning, and the 2.4G receiver, reducing the need for a separate receiver dongle.
Supports 1D and 2D codes, including QR and Data Matrix, with manual, continuous, and sensor-activated scan modes.
Storage mode can retain scans while a live connection is unavailable, for later upload.
The manufacturer claims IP54 protection and drop resistance up to 6.56 ft (2 m).

Price

$49.99Save 21%

Reference price: ~~$62.99~~

Price checked: Nov 14, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

A cradle-based receiver setup is designed for compatible Windows, macOS, and Linux computers, with no separate receiver dongle listed.
Hands-free placement and multiple scan modes can suit counter, stockroom, or library workflows.
Configurable output options include prefixes, suffixes, keyboard language, and terminators.

Cons

Connection options are limited to 2.4G wireless through the cradle. Bluetooth pairing and direct USB scanning are not supported.
The listing says not to use fast charging.

Technical specifications

16 specifications

Identity
Brand	Tera
Model	HW0005-BK-US

Connectivity and controls
Wireless connection listed	2.4G Wireless
Supported computer platforms	Windows, macOS, and Linux desktop computers and laptops

Scanning
Sensor	640 x 480 CMOS rolling sensor
Scan rate claim	up to 250 scans per second
Supported barcode types	Common 1D formats plus QR, Data Matrix, PDF417, Aztec, and MaxiCode
Scan modes	Manual trigger, continuous, or sensor-activated scanning
Additional scan support	Inverse and on-screen codes

Power and battery
Power configuration	Battery Powered
Battery listing	1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included)
Battery capacity claim	1000mAh

Construction and dimensions
Protection claim	IP54
Drop-resistance claim	up to 6.56 ft (2 m)
Product dimensions	6.7"D x 2.4"W x 3.9"H

Data and configuration features
Storage mode	Keeps scanned data when a live link is unavailable

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing gives a 250 scans-per-second claim in feature text but lists the scan rate as "250 seconds" in its specifications. Barcode coverage also differs: feature text includes PDF417 and MaxiCode, while the detailed 2D list names QR, DataMatrix, and Aztec and says it is not compatible with Square. Confirm supported codes and the intended interpretation of the scan-rate specification before buying.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Retail counters needing a cradle-based 2.4G scanner for a computer.
Warehouse or inventory work where hands-free scanning or temporary offline scan storage is useful.
School or library circulation workflows using compatible desktop or laptop computers.

Less suited to

People who need Bluetooth, direct USB scanning, or mobile phone and tablet support.
Workstations that cannot use the supplied cradle-based 2.4G connection.

Tera HW0005-BK-US 1D/2D Wireless Barcode Scanner with Cradle · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4 / 5 · 259 ratings

5 stars59%59%
4 stars15%15%
3 stars9%9%
2 stars5%5%
1 star12%12%

Customer feedback highlights easy setup and useful functionality, with warehouse use mentioned as a fit. Feedback on scanning performance is mixed, including reports that the scanner barely scans. That concern matters for buyers relying on consistent barcode capture, despite the listing's broad code-format and scan-rate claims. The overall rating distribution is mostly favorable but includes a meaningful low-rating share, so it does not establish performance for every workflow.

Positive themes

Customers report that setup is easy.
Customers describe the scanner as functional and good value.

Mixed feedback

Scanning performance receives mixed feedback, including reports of weak scanning.

Frequently asked questions

Does this scanner connect to a computer by Bluetooth or direct USB?

No. The listing specifies 2.4G wireless through the cradle, which connects to the computer by cable. It says Bluetooth pairing and direct USB scanning are not supported.

Is a separate wireless receiver included?

The listing says the 2.4G receiver is built into the charging cradle, so it does not include a separate receiver dongle.

Which barcode formats does it read?

The feature claims list common 1D formats, QR, Data Matrix, PDF417, Aztec, and MaxiCode. A detailed 2D list names QR, DataMatrix, and Aztec and says Square is unsupported, so confirm any format you specifically need.

Can it scan without a live computer connection?

The listing describes a storage mode that keeps scans in the scanner when a live link is unavailable, for later upload.