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HID Global are known for its best-in-class access control solutions. The HID Signo™ and iCLASS SE\u00ae are their most popular reader ranges, and we’re often asked about the difference between the two.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Signo is the newer, more up-to-date range, whereas iCLASS SE is the older range and does not work with the latest technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The main difference between HID Signo and iCLASS SE readers is that Signo supports HID Mobile Access<\/a> as standard, while HID iCLASS SE does not. This ensures Signo provides complete versatility and future-proof capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below, you’ll find an in-depth comparison of HID’s famous access reader ranges to help you decide which is right for your requirements. Let’s begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Head to Head: HID Signo vs HID iCLASS SE Access Control Readers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As shown in the table above, Signo readers offer everything the iCLASS SE readers do and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

HID Signo readers support mobile access by default, whereas iCLASS SE readers only support mobile access through the extra module.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, Signo readers come with an IP65 rating, giving them the highest level of dust protection and making them water-resistant. On the other hand, iCLASS SE readers come with a lower IP55 rating, giving them protection from limited amounts of dust and low pressure water jets from any direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Overall, Signo is the winner. And it’s no surprise, as the range contains HID’s newest readers to date, with the Signo 20<\/a> and Signo 40<\/a> being the most popular. You can find out more about Signo readers<\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re using iCLASS SE readers or any older readers, now is the perfect time to refresh and upgrade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Let’s Recap<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

HID Signo is the modern, advanced reader range. Signo is created on a versatile platform designed to provide support for a wide range of verticals, including access control systems of the past, present and future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

HID iCLASS SE readers are created on a flexible platform for highly adaptable, interoperable and secure access control solutions suited to a wide range of verticals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As HID’s leading ranges, the Signo and iCLASS SE are both great options, supporting various credential technologies and catering to numerous organisations. However, as the newer range, Signo has a few advantages, supporting HID Mobile Access as the default for complete versatility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whichever\u00a0HID access control card reader<\/a> you choose to go for, you’re in the right place. We have access control specialists on hand, ready to help you choose the best reader for your access control system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Give us a call on 0800 988 2095<\/strong> to speak to a member of our expert team today. Alternatively, check out our complete range of access control readers<\/a> here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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