Honeywell CT45

Honeywell CT45
without pistol grip
Published 1/16/2024

The Honeywell brand has an excellent reputation for great products and support.  The CT45 has been a great alternative for users of the Honeywell CK65 and Intermec CK3 who prefer a more modern style of mobile computer.  Honeywell’s robust service plans and proven track record of supporting their legacy devices well beyond what other brands offer means the CT45 is a great choice for businesses who plan to invest in a platform and use that device for many years. 

Buyers who are cross shipping between different brands will find areas where the CT45 excels and comes up short.  The most common devices the CT45 is compared to is the Zebra TC21 and TC53.  The next section will highlight key considerations when comparing these models.

Zebra treats is lower end TC series, the TC22 and TC27, as more of a disposable platform instead of a device with a long road ahead of it.  The preceding models, the TC21 and TC20 had short product lives compared to other models and none of their accessories are compatible which is a problem especially if you are wanting to add devices in the upcoming years.

The Zebra TC53 is less rugged than the Honeywell CT45 so some users in some applications may find the CT45 to be more suitable in environments like manufacturing.  For example, the CT45’s drop rating is 6 feet vs the TC53’s rating of just 5 feet.

The Honeywell CT45 is a great product because it offers many options so customers can get the perfect combination of features to fit the needs of the business.  Inventory Pro will guide you through the product selection process, provide demo gear for testing, and provide demo software (if needed).  You can be sure you are getting the CT45 at the best value and price overall, as well as the product support to make the scanner work perfectly for you.

Several choices about the model’s configuration and accessories will need to be made before making a purchase.  Inventory Pro will guide you through the configuration process to help you get the best version for your business.  Demo units will be provided for validation of the configuration prior to purchase.

The CT45 is a smart phone style form factor.  Pistol grip is the preferred choice when you need to do high volume scanning.  Users may add a removable pistol grip to improve scan speed and ergonomics.

Mobile device management (MDM) software tools allow the enterprise to maximize uptime with even a small staff.  Contact MSS Software about selecting the best MDM for your business.

The Honeywell CT45 comes standard with a one-year depot warranty.  The standard warranty covers just factory defects and the repair time at the depot is 10-15 business days.  Customers should consider an extended warranty which includes protection against accidental damage such as a broken screen resulting from a drop.  Coverage periods range from 3 to 5 years.

Eligible Inventory Pro customers will be able to get the best leasing rates available in the barcode industry.  Terms can be for 12 months or greater. 

There are many possible configurations of the CT45 so it is imperative that you work with us to select the best combination of features then test a demo unit to validate your selection.  Demo units are available upon request so you can be confident in your selection as well as any accessories you are considering.  Call or email us directly to get the best price.