Tab. 2.
Radio Frequency identifier (RFID) Vs 2 Dimensional (2D) Barcode
Features | 2D BARCODE | RFID |
---|---|---|
Direct line of sight requirement | Yes | No |
Difficult to duplicate or alter | No | Yes |
Readability robustness (interference with liquids/metals) | No | Yes |
Cost of tags | Low | High |
Tag data storage | Low | High |
Bulk tag reading | No | Yes |
Initial technology set up cost | Low | High |
Eco-system and/or standards maturity | High | Medium |
Tag feature’s extendibility (ex. Tag with sensors) | Low | High |