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MSR605X USB Card Reader Writer Mag Swipe 3-Track Compatible w/ MSR206 MSR605 MSR606

Name: MSR605X USB Card Reader Writer Mag Swipe 3-Track Compatible w/ MSR206 MSR605 MSR606
Brand: Koolrok
SKU: B08PRS7954

Bottom line: The Koolrok MSR605X USB Card Reader Writer Mag Swipe 3-Track Compatible: Reads and writes all 3 ISO tracks (Track 1, 2, 3); main trade-off: magstripe only, no EMV chip or NFC encoding.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Reads and writes all 3 ISO tracks (Track 1, 2, 3)
✓ USB-powered over one cable, no external adapter needed
✓ Bundled software for both Windows and Mac
✓ Cross-compatible with MSR206, MSR605 and MSR606
✓ Ships with 20 blank cards plus a cleaning card

Cons

✗ Magstripe only, no EMV chip or NFC encoding
✗ Reads ISO-format tracks only, non-standard cards unsupported
✗ USB-only power can be flaky on unpowered hubs

Manufacturer description

MSR605X Card Reader with USB InterfaceAll 3 tracks (track 1, 2, 3) ISO format.Provide software for Windows and Mac computers.Communication and power via USB cable. No external power adapter required.Comes with 20 blank cards and a cleaning card.

SpecPicks Verdict

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Key Features

MSR605X Card Reader Writer with USB interface.
All 3 tracks (Track 1, 2, 3). ISO format.
Provide software for Windows and Mac computers.
Communication and power supply by USB cable. Don't require an exteral power adapter.
Card Reader Writer

Full Specifications

Brand	Koolrok
Color	Black
Model Name	MSR605X
Slot Count	21
Connectivity	USB
Model Number	MSR605X
Compatibility	Mac
Mfr Part Number	MSR605X
Special Feature	Mag Stripe Card Reader
Compatible Devices	Personal Computer
Data Transfer Rate	12 megabits_per_second
Hardware Interface	USB
Additional Features	Mag Stripe Card Reader
Connectivity Technology	Usb
Item Dimensions L x W x H	8.5"L x 2.56"W x 2.56"H

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