ClearStream RFID
What ClearStream RFID is
ClearStream RFID captures data from fixed RFID readers and Bluetooth beacon gateways and streams it to a selected database or backend. It supports UHF, HF, and LF RFID scanning as well as Bluetooth BLE beacon tracking. Destinations listed include AWS, ODBC databases such as SQL Server, MySQL, and Access, Excel workbooks, text files, email, and web servers. Its RESTful API can control readers and gateways, operate GPO outputs, and expose tag or beacon reads in real time. The Virtual Site Survey models a floor plan with virtual readers, antennas, and tags, and can connect that model to a real data source. ClearStream On-Board runs directly on supported readers and can store tag data locally until a network connection is available. Listed hardware includes devices from Zebra and Impinj, among others; the maker says most fixed readers supporting LLRP are compatible and invites questions about unlisted devices. Available on API, web, and Windows, ClearStream offers hybrid deployment and exception alerts. Paid options include subscriptions and a perpetual license; a free trial is available, with trial restrictions including no Windows Service operation.
Who it suits
It suits organizations seeking to route RFID or BLE beacon data into databases and backend systems. The maker describes its solutions as requiring no programming experience and serving organizations of any size.
What it does well
- Supports UHF, HF, LF RFID, and BLE beacon tracking.
- REST API controls readers and exposes live reads.
- Virtual Site Survey connects a modeled floor plan to real data.
- On-Board can store tag data during network outages.
- Free trial available.
What to know first
- Trial evaluation lasts 30 days.
- A trial code is required to stream from a reader.
- Windows Service does not run in trial mode.
- No mobile support.
Limits
The evaluation trial lasts 30 days, requires a trial code to stream from a connected reader, and does not run Windows Service. Perpetual-license support is listed separately at $456 per reader.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly subscription | Billed Monthly · Per device; includes software, technical support, office hours, latest-version upgrades, and license transfers | $105 a month |
| Yearly subscription | Billed annually at $456.00 · Per device, per month; includes software, technical support, office hours, latest-version upgrades, and license transfers | $456 a year |
| Perpetual license | Per reader; support listed separately at $456.00 per reader | $995.40, paid once |
As clearstreamrfid.com lists them, read 8 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Open the ClearStream RFID website
- Choose a monthly, yearly, or perpetual license
- Install the API, web, or Windows deployment
- Connect a compatible RFID reader or BLE gateway
- Configure a database, file, email, web-server, or AWS destination
- Use the REST API or Virtual Site Survey as needed
Verdict
ClearStream RFID combines reader data collection, routing, and API control across a wide range of listed destinations. Check device compatibility and trial limits, and compare the per-device subscription or per-reader license costs before choosing a plan.
Questions
What are the available plans?
Yearly subscription is $38 a year, billed annually at 456.00 USD; monthly subscription is $105 a month; perpetual license is $995.40 per reader once.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. The trial evaluation lasts 30 days, extensions are available, and streaming from a connected reader requires a trial code.
Which platforms are supported?
ClearStream is available for API, web, and Windows, with hybrid deployment.
What hardware can it use?
Listed readers include devices from Alien, Feig, Impinj, Intermec, ThingMagic, Zebra, and others. BLE gateways include BlueCats, BLUEPYC, and Minew.
Does it provide an API?
Yes. The RESTful API can control readers and gateways, operate GPO outputs, and expose tag or beacon reads in real time.
What data destinations are supported?
Destinations include AWS, ODBC databases, Excel workbooks, text files, email, and web servers.
Facts from ClearStream RFID's own pages
- Founded
- 2000 · clearstreamrfid.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Hardware compatibility
- The compatibility list includes readers from Alien, Feig, Impinj, Intermec, ThingMagic, Zebra, and others, plus BLE gateways from BlueCats, BLUEPYC, and Minew. · clearstreamrfid.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Headquarters
- Calverton, New York, United States · clearstreamrfid.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Integrations
- Data destinations listed include AWS, ODBC databases such as SQL Server, MySQL, and Access, Excel workbooks, text files, email, and web servers. · clearstreamrfid.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- The maker describes PTS solutions as requiring no programming experience and serving organizations of any size. · clearstreamrfid.com, 8 Oct 2026
- On-Board devices
- Listed On-Board hardware includes Zebra FX9600, FX7500, ATR7000, and Impinj R700 and R720. · clearstreamrfid.com, 8 Oct 2026
- On-reader operation
- ClearStream On-Board runs directly on supported readers and can save tag data locally until a network connection is available. · clearstreamrfid.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Product
- ClearStream captures fixed RFID reader and Bluetooth beacon gateway data and streams it to a chosen database or backend system. · clearstreamrfid.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Reader compatibility limit
- The maker says ClearStream is compatible with most fixed RFID readers that support LLRP, and asks users to contact it about unlisted devices. · clearstreamrfid.com, 8 Oct 2026
- REST API
- The RESTful API can control readers and gateways, operate GPO outputs, and expose tag or beacon reads in real time. · clearstreamrfid.com, 8 Oct 2026
- RFID and BLE
- The software supports UHF, HF, and LF RFID scanning and Bluetooth BLE beacon tracking. · clearstreamrfid.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Security
- The opened product pages and user guide describe data routing and deployment but do not state a security certification or compliance standard. · clearstreamrfid.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Support
- Support plans include unlimited weekday email support, phone and remote support as needed, a stated 1–4 hour business-hours response time, and installation and registration support. · clearstreamrfid.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Trial limits
- The user guide says trial evaluation lasts 30 days, extensions are available, a trial code is required to stream from a connected reader, and Windows Service does not run in trial mode. · clearstreamrfid.com, 8 Oct 2026
- Virtual survey
- The Virtual Site Survey lets users simulate a floor plan with virtual readers, antennas, and tags, and connect the simulation to a real data source. · clearstreamrfid.com, 8 Oct 2026
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