Quick answer: At Gulfsafes, the Fin-CP costs SAR 3,680 incl. VAT and is the best-value printer for everyday staff, student and membership cards. The Evolis Primacy 2 costs SAR 6,900 (SAR 7,820 dual-sided) and suits higher volume with built-in security. The Bravo RTAI costs SAR 18,975 and is the 600 dpi retransfer printer for government, university and high-security cards. Delivery is free across Saudi Arabia, with mada, Apple Pay and Tamara.
DTC or retransfer in one minute
The Fin-CP and Primacy 2 are direct-to-card (DTC) printers: the print head prints straight onto the card. That is faster and cheaper per card. The Bravo RTAI is a retransfer printer: it prints onto a clear film and fuses the film to the card, giving over-the-edge, more durable cards that print cleanly over chips and on special materials. For the full explanation, read DTC or retransfer: which card printer to buy.
Fin-CP vs Primacy 2 vs Bravo RTAI: prices and specs (2026)
| Spec | Fin-CP | Evolis Primacy 2 | Bravo RTAI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price incl. VAT | SAR 3,680 | SAR 6,900 (duplex SAR 7,820) | SAR 18,975 |
| Before VAT | SAR 3,200 | SAR 6,000 (duplex SAR 6,800) | SAR 16,500 |
| Print method | Direct-to-card | Direct-to-card | Retransfer |
| Resolution | 300 dpi, Japanese print head | 300 dpi (up to 300×1200 mono) | 600 dpi |
| Colour speed | 180–200 cards/hour | Up to 280 cards/hour (170 dual-sided) | About 144 cards/hour (25 s/card) |
| Sides | Single; dual with the SAR 1,380 Duplex Kit | Single, or dual on the duplex model | Single or dual, over the edge |
| Card input | 100 | 100 or 200 | 250, refill while printing |
| Encoding | Magnetic, contact, contactless MIFARE / DESFire / NFC (options) | Magnetic, contact, contactless | Ask us |
| Security options | Coloured and metallic gold ribbons | UV printing, double overlay, lamination, data scrambling, key lock | Holographic film, metallic HOLO-MET ribbons, gold and silver, tactile print |
| Card materials | PVC | PVC, rewritable | PVC, ABS, PET, PET-G, PC, translucent, wooden |
| Warranty | 2 years printer and print head | 3 years print head | 3 years printer, lifetime print head |
Prices as of 24 October 2026. The product page always shows the current price.
What each price buys
SAR 3,680: Fin-CP, the best-value everyday printer
The Fin-CP prints edge-to-edge colour cards at 300 dpi, 180 to 200 an hour, or 800 monochrome cards an hour. It suits schools, clinics, gyms and offices. Add the Duplex FIN-CP Kit (SAR 1,380) when you need to print the back of the card, and encoding for magnetic, chip or contactless access cards. It carries a 2-year warranty on printer and print head.
SAR 6,900 to 7,820: Evolis Primacy 2, volume with security
For SAR 3,220 more than the Fin-CP, the Primacy 2 prints up to 280 cards an hour, takes a 200-card feeder, and adds UV-effect printing, a double-layer overlay, lamination, data scrambling and a key lock. The Primacy 2 Duplex (SAR 7,820) prints both sides at 170 cards an hour. It suits HR departments, universities and government offices printing thousands of cards.
SAR 18,975: Bravo RTAI, 600 dpi retransfer
The Bravo RTAI doubles the resolution to 600 dpi and prints over the edge on one or both sides. It is built for more than 30,000 cards a year and for cards that must be hard to copy: holographic retransfer film, metallic HOLO-MET ribbons, gold and silver ribbons and tactile printing. It accepts PET, polycarbonate, translucent and wooden cards as well as PVC, and has a 3-year printer and lifetime print-head warranty.
4 ready bundles with budgets
| Bundle | What you get | Total incl. VAT | Before VAT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter, single-sided cards | Fin-CP + CardPresso software | SAR 4,198 | SAR 3,650 |
| Budget dual-sided | Fin-CP + Duplex FIN-CP Kit + CardPresso | SAR 5,578 | SAR 4,850 |
| Volume dual-sided | Primacy 2 Duplex + CardPresso | SAR 8,338 | SAR 7,250 |
| High security | Bravo RTAI + CardPresso | SAR 19,493 | SAR 16,950 |
Which one should you buy?
- School, clinic, gym or office: Fin-CP (SAR 3,680).
- Dual-sided cards on a budget: Fin-CP with the Duplex Kit (SAR 5,060).
- HR or university printing thousands of cards: Primacy 2 Duplex (SAR 7,820).
- Cards needing UV or overlay security: Primacy 2 (from SAR 6,900).
- Smart or access cards, national or government IDs: Bravo RTAI (SAR 18,975).
- PET, polycarbonate, translucent or wooden cards: Bravo RTAI.
Arabic and English on one card
All three printers print whatever the design software sends. Use software that handles Arabic right-to-left text, such as CardPresso (SAR 518), and build bilingual templates once.
Payment, delivery and warranty
- All prices include 15% VAT, with a VAT invoice in your business name.
- Free door-to-door delivery across Saudi Arabia on orders over SAR 1,000.
- Pay with mada, Apple Pay, Visa or Mastercard, or in instalments with Tamara (subject to Tamara approval).
- Genuine printers, ribbons and films, with setup support in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Al Khobar, Makkah and Madinah.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is the Fin-CP card printer in Saudi Arabia?
SAR 3,680 incl. VAT (SAR 3,200 before VAT) at Gulfsafes. The Duplex FIN-CP Kit for two-sided printing is SAR 1,380.
How much is the Evolis Primacy 2?
SAR 6,900 incl. VAT for the single-sided model and SAR 7,820 for the Primacy 2 Duplex.
How much is the Bravo RTAI?
SAR 18,975 incl. VAT. It is a 600 dpi retransfer printer for high-security and high-volume cards.
Fin-CP or Primacy 2: which should I buy?
The Fin-CP (SAR 3,680) is the best value for everyday issuing at 180–200 colour cards per hour. The Primacy 2 (SAR 6,900) is faster at up to 280 cards per hour and adds UV printing, lamination and data scrambling.
Is the Bravo RTAI worth SAR 18,975?
Yes if you issue smart cards, government or university IDs, or need holographic, metallic or tactile security and 600 dpi. For standard PVC staff cards, the Fin-CP or Primacy 2 is better value.
Can I pay in instalments?
Yes. Tamara instalments are available at checkout, subject to Tamara approval, alongside mada, Apple Pay, Visa and Mastercard.
Are prices inclusive of VAT?
Yes. All prices shown include 15% VAT, and every order comes with a VAT invoice.
Order online or ask us
Add a printer to the cart, or call or WhatsApp +966 55 162 8281 (Sunday to Thursday, 9 am to 6 pm), or email info@gulfsafes.com with your card type and yearly volume.