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# Compare Blue Iris vs Brivo Access

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> Detailed comparison between Blue Iris and Brivo Access. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Blue Iris | Brivo Access |
| **Overall rating** | 4.0/5 | 4.3/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 2 | 54 |
| **Starting Price** | US$34,95 | - |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | No |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat |
| **Training** | - | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### Blue Iris

Video security and webcam solution which provides businesses with physical security for employees, buildings, and assets through video surveillance and access control capabilities.

### Brivo Access

Enterprise Business,&#10;Commercial Real Estate,&#10;Multifamily Residential,&#10;Commercial Offices,&#10;Healthcare \&amp; Gyms,&#10;Manufacturing,&#10;Distribution,&#10;Faith-based Orgs,&#10;Financial Institutions,&#10;Education \&amp; Schools

## Key features

### Blue Iris

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Alerts/Notifications
- Audit Management
- Event Management
- Security Management
- Third-Party Integrations

### Brivo Access

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Access Management
- Activity Tracking
- Alerts/Notifications
- Audit Management
- Audit Trail
- Customizable Reports
- Dashboard
- Email Management
- Event Management
- For Schools
- Real-Time Data
- Residential Properties
- Security Management
- Single Sign On
- Status Tracking
- Third-Party Integrations
- Visitor Management
- Visitor Tracking

## Links

- [View Blue Iris Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/210121/blue-iris)
- [View Brivo Access Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/1017007/brivo-access)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/210121/1017007/blue-iris/vs/brivo-access)

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