Leanafy certified hardware: Recommended for highest degree of efficiency with Leanafy WMS
Last updated: September 1, 2025
These devices are compatible with our browser-based system and are designed to improve efficiency and ease of use for your team.
Leanafy is a cloud-based Warehouse Management System (WMS) that supports any system capable of running a modern browser. Our platform is compatible with MacOS, Windows, and Linux for desktops, as well as Android and iOS for mobile devices.
However, warehouse environments are operation-heavy and often physically demanding. Hardware needs to be rugged and durable to withstand daily use and occasional abuse. Our technical team has carefully evaluated various devices to recommend hardware that provides the best combination of reliability, usability, and cost-effectiveness.
We continuously update this article to reflect changing requirements, updated device support, and other relevant factors.
Last updated: 1st December 2024
Different Setup Options
1. Barcode Scanner with Workstation
For stationary tasks like receiving, you can set up a workstation with a desktop or laptop (MacOS, Windows, or Linux) and a barcode scanner. This configuration is ideal for:
Receiving Stations: Process incoming goods efficiently by scanning barcodes.
Packing Stations: Quickly confirm product details and package items.
Setup Instructions:
Connect a barcode scanner to your desktop or laptop via USB or Bluetooth.
Open mobile.leanafywms.com on your device.
Start scanning directly into the platform.
Recommended Scanners:
Any 1D/2D barcode scanner that works well can be used, Leanafy supports almost all of them. However setting up and configuring some of them is harder than others. So here are some that are sure to work.
2. Integrated Barcode Scanner Handheld Devices [Best option]
Handheld devices combine an Android-based system with an integrated barcode scanner, offering excellent mobility and ease of use. This setup is ideal for:
Picking: Move freely through the warehouse and scan items.
Inventory Counts: Quickly locate and record stock levels.
Advantages:
Combines phone functionality with barcode scanning in a single device.
Rugged design for warehouse environments.
Recommended Devices:
3. Tablets with Bluetooth Barcode Scanners
Tablets provide a flexible and versatile option for warehouse operations. They can run the Leanafy WMS app while paired with a Bluetooth barcode scanner for extended functionality. This setup is ideal for:
Flexible Picking: Great for teams who need a balance of mobility and larger screens for better visibility.
Advantages:
Larger screen for better user experience.
Bluetooth scanners extend barcode reading range and improve accuracy in low-light environments.
Recommended Tablets:
Any android based tablet running android OS version higher than 12 would work, but here is one of our recommendation for warehousing.
4. Printers
Printers are essential for generating labels in a warehouse. We recommend Zebra printers for their compatibility with API-based printing and browser print SDKs. This setup enables automatic printing directly from Leanafy WMS without requiring manual intervention for each print job.
Setup Instructions:
Integrate your Zebra printer with Leanafy WMS using the Zebra Browser Print SDK or the Zebra SendFileToPrinter API.
Configure the printer to auto-print labels upon triggering from the fulfillment screen.
Recommended Printers:
Zebra ZD621: A high-performance desktop printer for small-to-medium print volumes. View Product
Zebra ZT411: An industrial-grade printer for high-volume, high-speed printing. View Product
Integration Resources:
Final Thoughts: Selecting the right hardware ensures your team can operate efficiently and reliably in the warehouse environment. Whether you're setting up receiving stations, deploying mobile devices, or configuring printers, the recommendations above will help you make informed decisions.
For assistance with setup, integration, or additional questions, feel free to contact our support team.