TSA PreCheck or Clear? Travelers can't decide which security line moves faster

Holiday Travelers Feel Frustrated Over Security Line Choices #

Holiday travelers are experiencing frustration with choosing the right security line at airports. Programs like TSA PreCheck and Clear promise expedited security screening for a cost. However, the increasing popularity of these programs has led to longer wait times. TSA PreCheck members have complained about slower service in some cases compared to regular security lines. Travelers are left confused about which program to choose. Experts advise strategic decision-making depending on factors such as airport and staffing levels. Overall, the surge in enrollment and other factors like new luggage scanning machines and staffing shortages have contributed to longer lines. Clear, a private security company, offers identity verification through biometrics but does not allow skipping physical screenings. While Clear has grown rapidly, there are instances where TSA PreCheck may be a more efficient choice.