Voter Choice NJ reviewed every voting machine being used in every county, across New Jersey. As of 2025, all New Jersey voting equipment is compatible with ranked-choice voting.

As the conversation around electoral reform continues to evolve, New Jersey needs to be prepared to support elections that may implement RCV as part of enhancing the democratic process. RCV allows voters to rank candidates in order of preference, ensuring that election outcomes better reflect the will of the electorate. Learn more HERE.

Through the use of Open Public Records Act (OPRA) requests, we've confirmed the following voting equipment is in use by all of the county election boards in New Jersey.

Voting Systems Supporting Ranked Choice Voting

  1. Dominion ImageCast Precinct

    • The Dominion ImageCast Precinct is designed for in-person voting and is fully equipped to handle ranked-choice ballots. This system allows voters to mark their preferences directly on the ballot, providing a seamless and user-friendly experience. Its reliability and efficiency make it a preferred choice for precincts across New Jersey.

  2. Dominion ImageCast Central

    • For jurisdictions that require central counting of ballots, the Dominion ImageCast Central system is an ideal solution. This system ensures accurate and timely tabulation of ranked-choice votes, which is essential in elections where multiple rounds of counting may be necessary. Its advanced technology helps election officials manage the complexities of RCV effectively.

  3. ES&S Express Vote XL

    • The ES&S Express Vote XL is a hybrid ballot marking device and tabulator that supports RCV. With its intuitive touchscreen interface, voters can easily rank their choices, ensuring that their preferences are accurately recorded. This system enhances the voting experience and is well-suited for various voting environments in New Jersey.

  4. ES&S Express Vote

    • Similar to the Express Vote XL, the ES&S Express Vote is designed to facilitate ranked-choice voting. This device allows voters to mark their preferences and is compatible with RCV, ensuring that voters can express their choices fully and accurately.

Ballot Scanners for Efficient Tabulation

  1. ES&S DS200

    • The ES&S DS200 is a precinct-based scanner that efficiently reads and tabulates ranked-choice ballots. Its user-friendly design allows election officials to quickly process votes, making it an essential tool for New Jersey's election boards implementing RCV.

  2. ES&S DS450

    • This high-capacity scanner is designed for efficient processing of ballots, including those with ranked choices. The DS450 can handle large volumes of votes, ensuring that results are tabulated quickly and accurately, which is crucial for maintaining public confidence in the electoral process.

  3. ES&S DS850

    • The ES&S DS850 is a robust scanner capable of managing significant ballot volumes, making it ideal for larger elections. Its advanced technology ensures that ranked-choice votes are counted accurately, providing reliable results for RCV elections in New Jersey.

Ballot Marking Devices Enhancing Voter Experience

  1. Express Vote XL (Hybrid BMD/Tabulator)

    • The Express Vote XL serves as both a ballot marking device and a tabulator, allowing voters to mark their ranked choices and receive immediate confirmation of their selections. This hybrid device enhances the voting experience and ensures accurate recording of preferences.

  2. Dominion ImageCast X DRE (Direct Recording Electronic)

    • The Dominion ImageCast X DRE is a direct recording electronic device that supports ranked-choice voting. Its intuitive interface allows voters to easily rank their candidates, ensuring that their preferences are captured accurately.

  3. Dominion ImageCast X BMD (Ballot Marking Device)

    • This ballot marking device enables voters to mark their preferences for ranked choice voting. The Dominion ImageCast X BMD is designed to provide a seamless voting experience, ensuring that voters can express their choices without confusion.

Conclusion

New Jersey's election boards are well-equipped to implement ranked-choice voting, thanks to a range of advanced voting systems and equipment from Dominion Voting and ES&S. These technologies not only facilitate the ranking of candidates but also ensure that the voting process is efficient, accurate, and user-friendly. As New Jersey embraces RCV, the availability of reliable and capable voting systems will play a crucial role in enhancing the democratic process and ensuring that every voter’s voice is heard. By adopting RCV and the technology that supports it, New Jersey is taking significant steps toward a more inclusive and representative electoral system.