XPressProx BLE 100

XPRESSENTRY BADGE READING ON IPHONE AND ANDROID

The XPressProx BLE 100 clips onto an iPhone or Android phone and adds XPressEntry badge reading, bringing XPressEntry to sites that standardize on iPhones. Because the phone supplies the screen, processor and network, it is an affordable way to deploy XPressEntry for badge verification, emergency mustering and entry and exit tracking with the existing access control system.

• FITS IPHONE-ONLY POLICIES – Sites whose security policies allow only iPhones can now deploy XPressEntry, and Android phones, including rugged models, work too.
• COMPACT AND VERSATILE – A 130 g reader that fits phones 144 to 179 mm tall, an affordable way to bring XPressEntry to more teams and entrances.
• VERIFY, MUSTER AND TRACK – Guards verify badges, run emergency mustering, track entry and exit and complete guard tours in the XPressEntry app.
• READS THE BADGES IN USE – HID Prox, Indala, iCLASS, SEOS, MIFARE and DESFire badges, PIV, CAC and TWIC cards, mobile credentials and more.
• WIRELESS AND FIELD READY – Pairs over Bluetooth, is water resistant, is drop resistant up to 5 ft and has its own 2000 mAh battery.
• BUILT FOR XPRESSENTRY – Connects to existing access control systems through XPressEntry, with every scan and activity in sync.

The BLE 100 runs on the same XPressEntry platform as XPID handheld readers, alongside mobile badge validation, emergency mustering, guard tours and visitor management. Badge scans, muster counts and entry and exit records are managed in the same system and Web Console the security office uses every day.

For Sites That Standardize on iPhone

XPID handheld readers run on Android, and many organizations issue iPhones and require them under their corporate security policies. The BLE 100 brings XPressEntry badge reading to those iPhones, so these sites can deploy XPressEntry on phones the organization already approves and manages. Android phones work too, including rugged models, and guards use the same XPressEntry app on both.

Reads the Badges Sites Already Use

Most phones can read only some 13.56 MHz cards with their built-in NFC, and they cannot read 125 kHz proximity badges. The BLE 100 reads 125 kHz proximity badges such as HID Prox, Indala and EM and 13.56 MHz smart cards such as iCLASS, SEOS, MIFARE and DESFire. It also reads PIV, CAC and TWIC cards and mobile credentials such as HID Mobile Access, Nedap Mobile Credentials and Safetrust, depending on the reader’s configuration.

Wireless and Built for the Field

The BLE 100 pairs with the phone over Bluetooth 5.0 LE with LE Secure Connections pairing, which protects the link between the reader and the phone. Android phones running Android 14 or later can also connect over USB-C. The 130 g reader is water resistant, is rated for a 5 ft drop to concrete and runs on its own rechargeable 2000 mAh battery, so it does not draw power from the phone. Sites that need a dedicated, sealed handheld can choose the XPID210, which runs the same XPressEntry platform.

How It Works

1. Clip On The BLE 100 clips onto the back of an iPhone or Android phone.
2. Connect The XPressEntry app pairs with the reader over Bluetooth, or over USB-C on Android 14 or later.
3. Scan Personnel present their credential to the reader.
4. Verify Guards verify identity and permissions in XPressEntry, and every scan is logged.
5. Recharge The reader recharges over USB-C, separately from the phone.

Specifications

• LF Tags 125 kHz: HID Prox, Indala, FarPointe, EM, CASI-RUSCO, Pyramid and Securakey
• HF Tags 13.56 MHz: iCLASS, SEOS, MIFARE, DESFire EV1, EV2 and EV3, PIV, CAC, TWIC, FeliCa, LEGIC, Allegion, STid, Gallagher, Paxton, ISO 14443 A/B and ISO 15693
• Mobile Credentials HID Mobile Access, Nedap Mobile Credentials and Safetrust, depending on the reader’s firmware configuration
• Read Range 1 to 4 in. (LF and HF), depending on the card
• Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.0 LE with long-range and 2 Mbps PHY support and LE Secure Connections pairing
• USB USB-C network connection on Android 14 or later, not available on iOS; switches automatically between USB and Bluetooth
• Processor Dual-Core Xtensa LX7 MCU
• Battery Rechargeable Li-Po, 3.7 V, 2000 mAh; does not draw power from the phone
• Size and Weight 5.91 in H x 3.31 in W (150 mm x 84 mm); 1.41 in (36 mm) maximum extension; 130 g
• Environment Operating -20°C to 80°C; storage -40°C to 85°C; 5% to 95% RH, non-condensing
• Durability Water resistant; 5 ft (1.5 m) drop to concrete
• Compliance NDAA 2019, Section 889

Compatible Phones

• Phone Size 144 to 179 mm (5.67 to 7.05 in) tall; modular clips fit different phone thicknesses
• Example Phones Most iPhone 13 and later models; Samsung Galaxy S21 FE and later; Google Pixel 6 and later; rugged Android phones from Zebra, Honeywell, CAT, Sonim and Kyocera
• Recommended iPhone 15 or newer. Tablets are not supported. Phone not included.
• Software XPressEntry app, with the XPressEntry Server on-premises or in the customer’s own cloud

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it work with iPhones?

Yes. The BLE 100 brings XPressEntry badge reading to iPhones as well as Android phones. The XPressEntry app offers the same features on both, and iPhones connect over Bluetooth.

What software does it use?

The XPressEntry app on the phone, connected to the XPressEntry Server and the existing access control system. Together they form a complete solution that is ready to use out of the box.

How does it compare with an XPID handheld reader?

The BLE 100 offers the same badge reading capabilities as XPID handheld readers and runs on the same XPressEntry platform, on iPhone or Android. The XPID210 is a dedicated, sealed Android handheld with a built-in barcode engine and a larger battery. Sites can use both, chosen by role.

Why not use the phone’s built-in NFC?

Phone NFC reads only some 13.56 MHz cards. It cannot read 125 kHz proximity badges, and many secured credentials need a licensed reader. The BLE 100 adds that badge coverage.

Does it support facial recognition and barcodes?

Yes. XPressEntry uses the phone’s camera for facial recognition and 1D and 2D barcode scanning. On a few phone models the reader can cover the camera, so check phone fit before a large rollout.

Does it draw power from the phone?

No. The reader runs on its own rechargeable 2000 mAh battery, charged over USB-C.

Trusted Worldwide

Physical security and safety professionals in 50+ countries trust XPressEntry. See how the XPressProx BLE 100 brings XPressEntry to the phones security teams already use.