Bodno A10From $995
Bodno A20From $1,595
Bodno A30From $1,995
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Single-Sided ID Card Printers
Most ID badges only need the front: a photo, a name and your logo. A single-sided printer prints exactly that, costs less than a dual-sided one, and ships as a complete kit with Bodno ID Card Software.
What Single-Sided Printers Are For
If your card only needs the front, there's no reason to pay for a printer that flips it.
Staff Badges
Photo, name and title for offices, front desks and job sites.
Visitor and Event Passes
Quick to print and hand out, with one design for everyone.
Member Cards
Gyms, clubs and libraries, with a member number or barcode on the front.
Student IDs
Photo, name, grade and a barcode for the library or lunch line.
Volunteer Badges
Churches, nonprofits and community groups.
Contractor and Temp IDs
Short-term badges you can print the day someone starts.
Our Picks
Each one ships as a complete kit: printer, Bodno ID Card Software, ribbon and blank cards.
Bodno A10
Single-sided · 300 dpi
- The simple starting point for small offices
- Compact and quiet on a front desk
- Made for a few new badges a month
$995
3-year coverage · software included
Have an old printer? −$100 trade-in
Bodno A20
Single-sided · 300 dpi
- The workhorse for frequent printing
- Built for schools, clinics and busy offices
- Loads 100 cards at a time
$1,595
3-year coverage · software included
Have an old printer? −$200 trade-in
Magicard 400X
Single-sided · 300 dpi
- A long-time favorite with schools and offices
- HoloKote watermark on every card
- Can be upgraded to dual-sided later
Seaory S25
Single-sided · 300 dpi
- Our lowest-priced complete kit
- A full-color card in about 18 seconds
- Works on Windows and Mac
Every kit ships the same or next business day.
Every Single-Sided Printer We Carry
21 printers, lowest price first. Each one ships as a complete kit with Bodno ID Card Software.
Seaory S25
18 sec color card · 2-year warranty
Bodno A10
18 sec color card · 3-year warranty
Badgy100
45 sec color card · 2-year warranty
Badgy200
38 sec color card · 2-year warranty
Magicard Pronto 100
23 sec color card · 3-year warranty
Evolis Zenius
24 sec color card · 2-year warranty
Magicard 250X
23 sec color card · 3-year warranty
Matica MC320X
20 sec color card · 3-year warranty
Seaory S26
18 sec color card · 2-year warranty
Magicard 400X
19 sec color card · 4-year warranty
Bodno A20
18 sec color card · 3-year warranty
Fargo DTC1250e
16 sec color card · 3-year warranty
Magicard 300
23 sec color card · 3-year warranty
Zebra ZC300
18 sec color card · 2-year warranty
Zebra ZC100
24 sec color card · 2-year warranty
Evolis Primacy 2
20 sec color card · 3-year warranty
Zebra ZC350
16 sec color card · 2-year warranty
Magicard 600
19 sec color card · 3-year warranty
Magicard D
23 sec color card · 3-year warranty
Zebra ZXP Series 7
12 sec color card · 2-year warranty
Fargo DTC4500e
16 sec color card · 3-year warranty
Star ratings come from Bodno customer reviews.
Need More Than the Front?
See our other kinds of ID card printers.
Trusted by 100,000+ customers
Schools That Print Their Own IDs
Olinda Elementary School
"Incredibly easy to use, amazing Bodno support."
Plumas Lake Elementary School
"Since upgrading to the Seaory S26, we've cut reprints in half, saved roughly $850 a year, and reclaimed valuable time."
Questions About Single-Sided Printers
Technically, yes—but it’s not recommended. Re-inserting cards to print the reverse side can:
- Introduce dust and oils that damage the printhead
- Void your warranty
- Lead to costly repairs (printhead replacements can exceed $600)
If you need dual-sided printing regularly, consider a dual-sided model like the Seaory S28 or Magicard D.
- Magicard 400X and Magicard D can be upgraded with a flipper module.
- Matica MC320X supports dual-sided upgrades.
- Upgrading later can save $400–$600 compared to buying a new dual-sided printer.
- Always confirm upgrade compatibility before making a purchase.
| Feature | Single-Sided Printers | Dual-Sided Printers |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Lower (from $899) | Higher (from $1,649) |
| Speed | Faster for one-side jobs | Slightly slower per card |
| Use Case | Basic ID cards | Full-featured cards |
| Upgrade Options | Limited to select models | Built-in dual printing |
Single-sided printers are ideal for access control, student IDs, and visitor badges. Dual-sided models are better for employee credentials, healthcare, and government use.
Orders ship the same or next business day, and setup takes under 30 minutes with Bodno’s plug-and-play software. You can also book a free 15-minute demo to get personalized guidance, training, and see your printer in action.
