Biometrics Selection Guide 2025

SMART Access & Identity 2025 Access Control & Identity Management

Select technology: All | Face, fingerprints, card and Bluetooth | Fingerprint | Fingerprint, facial recognition | Fingerprint, Palm | Multi-modal


Select brand: All | BioRugged | CDVI | Dahua Technology South Africa | Hikvision | IDEMIA | Suprema | Xperix (Previously Suprema ID)


Select distributor: All | Access & Beyond | Elvey Security Technologies | Entry Pro | Gallagher Security | IDS | Impro Technologies | Kestrel Distribution | neaMetrics | Pinnacle Micro | Reditron | Regal Distributors SA | Security & Communication Warehouse | Sensor Security Systems | Stafix | Switchcom | Taropa Technologies | Top CCTV | ViewNet



CDVI

Biometric Technology: Fingerprint

Manufacturer/Brand name: CDVI

Distributor/Supplier: Kestrel Distribution

Device: ievo ultimate Fingerprint Reader

Description: The ievo Ultimate employs a high-performance multi-spectral imaging (MSI) sensor. It reads fingerprints from both the surface and subsurface levels, even if they are hard to distinguish due to external factors, such as dirt, moisture and damage. This reader delivers accurate and fast reading of up to 50 000 fingerprint templates.

Typical applications: Access control, time and attendance.

Integration support: Proprietary software, open SDK, equipped for third-party integration, integrates with ATRIUM, Paxton, Genetec.

Contact: Paul Ramsay

[email protected]

www.cdvi.co.uk/atrium



Dahua Technology South Africa

Biometric Technology: Fingerprint

Manufacturer/Brand name: Dahua Technology South Africa

Distributor/Supplier: Taropa Technologies, Reditron, IDS, Top CCTV, Stafix, Security & Communication Warehouse

Device: ASI1202M - Access Controller

Description: This device supports card, fingerprint, and combined card/fingerprint unlocking. It reads 13.56 MHz cards within a 1–3 cm range and supports RS-485 and Wiegand protocols. Its features include IP65 and IK10 ratings, 3000 fingerprint capacity, and multiple alarms. It also supports various card types.

Typical applications: Access control, network access.

Integration support: Open SDK and API.

Contact: Preston Maharaj

[email protected]

www.dahuasecurity.com/sa



Dahua Technology South Africa

Biometric Technology: Fingerprint, facial recognition

Manufacturer/Brand name: Dahua Technology South Africa

Distributor/Supplier: Taropa Technologies, Reditron, IDS, Top CCTV, Stafix, Security & Communication Warehouse

Device: ASI6214S-PW Face Recognition Access Controller

Description: Features a 4.3-inch glass touch screen and a 2 MP wide-angle dual-lens camera with IR and DWDR. It supports multiple unlock methods: fingerprint, face, IC card, password; handles 6000 users, 10 000 cards, 300 000 records. With a face recognition accuracy of 99.9%, it supports security features, video calls, QR codes, PoE and has an IP65 rating.

Typical applications: Access control, network access, and time and attendance.

Integration support: SDK and API.

Contact: Preston Maharaj

[email protected]

www.dahuasecurity.com/sa



Entry Pro

Biometric Technology: Fingerprint, facial recognition

Manufacturer/Brand name: IDEMIA

Distributor/Supplier: Entry Pro

Device: Fingerprint, facial biometrics

Description: Leaders in estate access control and visitor management solutions for over a decade, extensive experience in the security industry, a deep understanding of our clients’ requirements, and constant innovation and advancement in our technology and systems. We provide unsurpassed solutions encompassing excellence and reliability. Entry Pro ensures quicker entry and exit procedures to reduce queues at the gates, preventing unauthorised entry with advanced vehicle and driver scanning. The company also provides an easy-to-use mobile app for residents and an online system for access control management with advanced reporting features.

Typical applications: Access control, visitor management

Contact: Brett Wray

[email protected]

www.entrypro.co.za



Hikvision South Africa

Biometric Technology: Face, fingerprints, card and Bluetooth

Manufacturer/Brand name: Hikvision

Distributor/Supplier: Pinnacle Micro, Sensor Security Systems, Regal Distributors SA

Device: DS-K1T344MBFWX-E1

Description: Supports 3000 faces, 3000 fingerprints and 3000 cards. Supports AP mode, Bluetooth and standard PoE. 4.5-inch LCD touch screen with 480 x 854 resolution. Waterproof: IP65. Two MP wide-angle lens, face recognition distance: 0,3 m to 1,5 m; recognition duration < 0,2 s per user; accuracy rate ≥ 99%.

Typical applications: Access control, network access, face recognition.

Integration support: ISAPI

Contact: Hik-Connect

Tel: +27 60 441 3111

ISUP 5.0.

Jade Wang



Suprema

Biometric Technology: Fingerprint

Manufacturer/Brand name: BioRugged

Distributor/Supplier: neaMetrics

Device: BioRugged Series

Description: Rugged mobile Android terminals with options to include barcode scanning, card reading, RFID, NFC, etc. BioRugged Ruggbo 21/31 series and BioWolf 8R terminals integrate Suprema SFU-S21/S31 fingerprint scanners with live finger detection and FBI PIV and FAP20/30 certification for mobile identity applications.

Typical applications: Civil ID, criminal ID, mobile time and attendance, KYC, logistics, warehouse management.

Integration support: Developer API, software development integration support, customised solution development; integrated with major civil and criminal solution providers; integration into Suprema BioStar 2 for mobile time and attendance.

Contact: BioRugged Team

[email protected]

www.biorugged.com



Suprema

Biometric Technology: Fingerprint, Palm

Manufacturer/Brand name: Xperix (Previously Suprema ID)

Distributor/Supplier: neaMetrics

Device: RealScan Series

Description: FBI certified and AFIS compliant live scanners with options for single or 10 print flats, rolls, 4-finger slaps and palm. 500 dpi greyscale images, high-quality image capturing with halo effect and ghost image elimination, wet or dry fingers, automated image quality check and WSQ image compression. Robust, ideal for static and mobile operations.

Typical applications: National ID, immigration and border control, criminal applications (police), civil identification, high-speed fingerprint capturing.

Integration support: Developer API, software development integration support, customised solution development, integrated with major civil and criminal solution providers.

Contact: Team Suprema

[email protected]

www.suprema.co.za



Suprema

Biometric Technology: Fingerprint

Manufacturer/Brand name: Xperix (Previously Suprema ID)

Distributor/Supplier: neaMetrics, ViewNet

Device: BioMini Series

Description: Suprema’s range of 500 ppi optical fingerprint sensors with IP65 scratch-free surface, high-speed USB 2.0 interface and live finger detection with FBI PIV certification and mobile ID FAP 20/30 options. Slim3, Slim2, Slim2S and Combo2 can operate in direct sunlight (MDR technology) and Combo2 has contact and contactless card readers.

Typical applications: Civil and criminal identification, fingerprint enrolment, biometric identity systems, application user security and single sign-on (SSO), time and attendance.

Integration support: Developer API, SDK for Windows and Linux (and Android for the Slim model), software development integration support, customised solution development, OEM options for hardware integration.

Contact: Team Suprema

[email protected]

www.suprema.co.za



Suprema

Biometric Technology: Multi-modal

Manufacturer/Brand name: Suprema

Distributor/Supplier: neaMetrics, Access & Beyond, Elvey Security Technologies, Gallagher Security, Impro Technologies, Switchcom

Device: Fusion Face Solutions

Description: FSF2, BioStation 3, and BioEntry W3 are multi-modal access terminals with IP65 and IK08 (BEW3) ratings for vandal resistance; Template-on-Mobile for privacy; mask detection and thermal camera options. Enables remote ‘selfie’ enrolment and integrates IR and visual face recognition using AI with deep learning.

Typical applications: Visitor management, access control, time and attendance, building management systems, CCTV and VMS integration.

Integration support: Developer API, software development integration support, open platform, Wiegand, RS-485 (OSDP), integrated door control, integrated with all major access control manufacturers.

Contact: Team Suprema

[email protected]

www.suprema.co.za



Suprema

Biometric Technology: Fingerprint

Manufacturer/Brand name: Suprema

Distributor/Supplier: neaMetrics, Access & Beyond, Elvey Security Technologies, Gallagher Security, Impro Technologies, Switchcom

Device: BioStation Series

Description: The BioStation series offers fast matching, uncompromised security and accuracy. All models feature live finger detection, while the BS2a with embedded AI is suitable for outdoors. All provide extensive RF options and NFC. Other features include PoE and touch LCD (model dependent). They support 500 000 users 1:1 (100 000 1:N).

Typical applications: Access control, time and attendance, building management, CCTV and VMS integration, home, office and production automation.

Integration support: Developer API, software development integration support, open platform, Wiegand, RS-485 (OSDP), integrated door control, integrated with all major access control manufacturers.

Contact: Team Suprema

[email protected]

www.suprema.co.za



Suprema

Biometric Technology: Fingerprint

Manufacturer/Brand name: Suprema

Distributor/Supplier: neaMetrics, Access & Beyond, Elvey Security Technologies, Gallagher Security, Impro Technologies, Switchcom

Device: BioEntry Series

Description: The BioEntry Series provides high-definition fingerprint image capture, minutiae extraction and RF card reading capability. The W2 model offers an IK09 vandal-resistant housing with IP67 rating plus PoE and live finger detection. P2 and R2 models make use of OSDP and NFC. The R2 is designed exclusively for centralised access control systems.

Typical applications: Access control, time and attendance, building management, CCTV and VMS integration, home, office and production automation.

Integration support: Developer API, software development integration support, open platform, Wiegand, RS-485 (OSDP), integrated door control, integrated with all major access control manufacturers.

Contact: Team Suprema

[email protected]

www.suprema.co.za



Suprema

Biometric Technology: Fingerprint

Manufacturer/Brand name: Suprema

Distributor/Supplier: neaMetrics, Access & Beyond, Elvey Security Technologies, Gallagher Security, Impro Technologies, Switchcom

Device: BioLite N2

Description: Packed in a rugged IP67 housing, the BioLite N2 is perfect for outdoor/indoor installations, supports full T&A and access control functionality for 10 000 users and features multi-class RFID reading technology plus BLE and NFC for mobile fingerprint credentials. Interfaces include TCP/IP, RS-485 and Wiegand. An FBI-certified model is also available.

Typical applications: Access control, time and attendance, building management, CCTV and VMS integration, home, office and production automation.

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