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>Depends on quantity and features. The range is $1800 to $2300 for small quantity orders. It's not the least expensive unit out there... but it is very rugged. Also, it's available with a CCD imager for both bar code scanning and digital imaging (grayscale). A CCD is much more rugged than a laser. But the drawback of the CCD is range. So if you need something like a 20 scanning range, then the laser is a practical thing to do. Either way, the HHP can be configured with CCD or laser, and there are an assortment of keyboard configurations available, too.
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>>3. You said "bias". Could you expand a little? Any detailed information on good or bad would be greately appreciated.
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>My bias is that I really like the Dolphin. When I want to "play" with mobile data collection devices, it's the one I gravitate to. It feels right, solid. It has a Wow! factor to it (taking pictures for example) that people get jazzed about.
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>There are other devices out there, and some I sell. One device that is popular is the DLI7000. It's a WinCE device (there is going to be a newer model coming out soon that is MS Mobile V). Depending on options... the price can range from $900 to $1400.
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>I guess I should back up and ask what your requirements are? If you want to take it offline, feel free to email me at carl.olson@cerelogic.com.

My requirements are very simple. The unit has to run an OS that would allow .NET compact framework application and have bar code scanner to read Code 39. Also, the unit should work with ActiveSync software because this is what we use to send files back and forth.

Thank you very much for the detailed information on Dolphin handheld. I am looking at their web site for the details too.