How to choose the right barcode scanner in 5 min for your use?

1. Where will the scanner be user? At Shop counter, warehouse, Assembly line?
2. How/What is the application? Connect to ERP, WMS
3. What is the form factor: handheld or hands-free? Look like a gun, put on top of counter?
4. Connection: Wired or Wireless?
5. Barcode reading type: 1D or 2D?
6. What is the connectivity? USB/Serial/Keyboard wedge/TCP/IP?
7. Durability: Industrial/Rugged/Standard?