Tyvek
Barcodes make it fast and easy to scan guests for entry, tracking, or verification with high accuracy and zero manual checking.
They also help reduce fraud, link each band to a specific person or account, and keep your event or facility secure and organized.
Cloth
Barcodes on cloth wristbands are great for multi-day events, festivals, and access control.
The durable fabric holds the barcode securely without smudging, making it reliable for scanning multiple times throughout the event.
Ideal for general admission, VIP access, or basic attendee tracking.
Silicone
Silicone wristbands with barcodes offer long-term usability.
The barcode can be printed or engraved, making it perfect for memberships, recurring access, fundraising, and identification purposes.
Highly comfortable and water-resistant, they’re ideal for gyms, charities, hospitals, or theme parks.
Plastic
Barcodes on plastic wristbands allow for quick scanning, reliable guest verification, and secure access control over multiple days thanks to their durable, waterproof material.
They're ideal for festivals, resorts, and multi-day events where you need long-lasting identification, tracking, or cashless system integration.
Vinyl
Barcodes on vinyl wristbands provide secure, scannable identification that lasts for extended use, making them perfect for multi-day events, hospitals, or high-security environments.
Their durable, waterproof construction ensures the barcode stays readable, helping streamline check-ins, tracking, and access control with ease.
| Feature | Barcode | QR Code |
|---|---|---|
| Feature Data Capacity | Barcode Low – usually numbers only | QR Code High – can store links, text, IDs, and more |
| Feature Scan Direction | Barcode One-way (horizontal only) | QR Code Any direction (360°) |
| Feature Scan Device | Barcode Laser barcode scanner | QR Code Any smartphone camera or scanner |
| Feature Space Required | Barcode Longer, needs more horizontal space | QR Code Compact square, fits in small areas |
| Feature Best For | Barcode Basic tracking, inventory, simple IDs | QR Code Events, access control, digital tickets, cashless systems |