A lightweight wearable UHF RFID reader for hands-free scanning. The MR20 connects over Bluetooth Low Energy and can be used with a hand wrap, wristband or lanyard.
Why choose the Chainway MR20 Wearable RFID Reader
Hands-free RFID capture for picking and handling
Only 64g reader weight without glove
Short-range RFID reads up to 80cm
Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0 connection
Removable 1,200 mAh battery
IP65 sealed and 1.5m drop tested
Keep both hands available while scanning RFID
The MR20 is designed for workflows where staff handle items continuously. Wear it on the hand, wrist or lanyard and trigger RFID reads without picking up a separate scanner.
Hands-free — Wearable options for hand, wrist or lanyard use
Short-range UHF — Focused RFID reads up to 80cm
Mobile pairing — Works through Bluetooth with Android and iOS apps
Small enough for repetitive work
At 64g, the MR20 is easy to wear across long shifts. The removable battery and USB-C charging keep it practical for busy stockrooms and order handling areas.
Removable battery — 1,200 mAh battery with quick charging
Warehouse-ready — IP65 and 1.5m drop specification
SDK support — Android and iOS SDK support for integrations
Technical specifications
RFID Performance
RFID chip
Impinj E Series, Gen2X support
Read range
Up to 80cm
Frequency
865-868 MHz / 902-928 MHz / 920-925 MHz
Protocol
EPC C1 Gen2 / ISO 18000-6C
Power
27 dBm, adjustable from +19 to +27 dBm
Wearable Design
Dimensions
50 x 62 x 19 mm
Weight
64g reader, 90g with glove
Battery
1,200 mAh removable
Charging
USB Type-C, approx. 1 hour
Protection
IP65, 1.5m drop specification
Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0
USB
USB Type-C data connection
SDK
Android and iOS SDK
Accessories
Hand wrap, wristband, lanyard, battery charging cradle
Frequently asked questions
What is the MR20 best for?
The MR20 is best for short-range RFID tasks where operators need both hands free, such as picking, checking and item handling.
Is the hand wrap included?
The invoice configuration includes the RB-MR20-HS hand wrap.
When should I not choose the MR20?
Do not choose it for long-range pallet reads or wide inventory sweeps. For that, use a Chainway C72, Chainway R7 or a fixed reader setup.
Compatibility is only the beginning.
A reader’s ability to connect does not prove that every tag can be read reliably in every environment. That is why hardware, tags, products, read zones, volumes and exceptions are tested together before any performance commitment becomes part of the scope.
Product specifications describe the device. The right model, connectivity, availability and price are confirmed in your quote.