Single-sided ID-card printers are the best fit when the photo, name, title, barcode and other important information can be placed on the front of the card. They cost less than comparable automatic dual-sided models and are a practical choice for employee badges, student IDs, membership cards and visitor credentials.
Choose single-sided when
- All required information fits on the front
- You print the back only occasionally
- Lower initial cost is important
- You want straightforward card production
Need information on both sides?
A single-sided printer can print the reverse if you manually turn the card over. For regular two-sided production, an automatic duplex printer is faster and reduces handling errors.
Current single-sided printer options
This collection includes current Entrust Sigma and IDP models, along with other available single-sided systems. Compare print speed, connectivity, card capacity and ribbon yield—not only the printer price.
Compare Entrust Sigma printers | Compare IDP printers
Direct-to-card printers normally leave a small unprinted border around the card edge.
