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Dual-Sided ID Card Printers
Photo and name on the front. A barcode, emergency contacts or building rules on the back. A dual-sided printer flips the card and prints both sides in one pass, and every one ships as a complete kit with Bodno ID Card Software.
What Dual-Sided Printers Are For
The front holds the photo and name. The back holds what the front would crowd out.
Schools and Colleges
Student photo on the front. A library barcode and emergency contacts on the back.
Hospitals and Clinics
Staff photo on the front. Emergency codes and department info on the back.
Police, Fire and EMS
Photo and rank on the front. Accountability details and certifications on the back.
Government Offices
Agency ID on the front. Access levels and a return address on the back.
Manufacturing Plants
Employee photo on the front. Safety training and equipment clearances on the back.
Transportation and Delivery
Driver photo on the front. License class and dispatch numbers on the back.
Our Picks
Each one ships as a complete kit: printer, Bodno ID Card Software, ribbon and blank cards.
Bodno A30
Dual-sided · 300 dpi
- Front and back in one automatic pass
- Staff IDs, student IDs and member cards
- The model most organizations choose
$1,995
3-year coverage · software included
Have an old printer? −$300 trade-in
Magicard 400X
Dual-sided · 300 dpi
- A long-time favorite with schools and offices
- HoloKote watermark on every card
- Works on Windows and Mac
$1,999
4-year warranty · lifetime software
Have an old printer? −$300 trade-in
Magicard D
Dual-sided · 300 dpi
- HoloKote watermark makes cards hard to copy
- Popular with government offices and schools
- Works on Windows and Mac
$2,595
3-year warranty · lifetime software
Have an old printer? −$400 trade-in
Bodno A40 Pro
Dual-sided · 300 x 600 dpi
- The sharpest cards in the A-Series
- 5 years of TotalCare™ included
- Photo-quality printing for premium badges
$2,995
TotalCare™ 5-year protection included
Have an old printer? −$500 trade-in
Every kit ships the same or next business day.
Every Dual-Sided Printer We Carry
14 printers, lowest price first. Each one ships as a complete kit with Bodno ID Card Software.
Matica MC320X
20 sec color card · 3-year warranty
Seaory S28
18 sec color card · 2-year warranty
Bodno A30
18 sec color card · 3-year warranty
Fargo DTC1250e
16 sec color card · 3-year warranty
Magicard 400X
19 sec color card · 4-year warranty
Evolis Primacy 2
20 sec color card · 3-year warranty
Magicard 300
23 sec color card · 3-year warranty
Zebra ZC300
18 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 ZC350
16 sec color card · 2-year warranty
Bodno A40 Pro
18 sec color card · 5-year TotalCare™
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.
Other Kinds of ID Card Printers
Only need the front, or want cards printed edge to edge?
Trusted by 100,000+ Organizations
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 Dual-Sided Printers
Dual-sided printers allow you to print on both sides of the card in a single pass, saving time and improving card layout.
Key advantages:
- Print more data without cluttering the front.
- Add security features like microtext or QR codes to the back.
- Reduce manual handling and misprints.
- Present a professional, organized card design.
Dual-sided printers are ideal for:
- Schools needing student ID cards with emergency contacts or schedules on the back.
- Hospitals printing staff credentials with access codes and compliance info.
- Corporations issuing employee badges with branding and legal disclaimers.
Based on customer reviews, sales volume, and reliability, these are the top-rated dual-sided models:
| Printer Model | Price | License Type | Avg. Rating | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaory S28 | $1,949 | Lifetime | 4.8/5 | Public Sector |
| Magicard 400X | $1,999 | Lifetime | 4.7/5 | Small Businesses |
| Magicard D | $2,595 | Lifetime | 4.9/5 | Government, Schools |
| Matica MC320X | $1,649 | Lifetime | 4.6/5 | Healthcare, Retail |
Pro Tip:
The Magicard D offers the best balance of speed, durability, and print quality for high-security environments.
Consider these factors:
- Volume: Estimate how many cards you print per year.
- Security: Do you need features like holograms or UV ink?
- Design complexity: Will you use both sides for data, branding, or compliance?
- Software compatibility: Ensure it works with your existing systems.
Recommendation:
Use Bodno’s Printer Finder Quiz to match your needs with the right dual-sided model in under 60 seconds.
