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Best Access Control system in 2026

Access control software helps manage entry permissions, credentials, schedules and records for a site or organization. This list is for people comparing hosted, mobile, desktop, API and self-hosted options on a budget.

  1. 1

    AXIS Camera Station Secure Entry

    Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+3

    Choose AXIS Camera Station Secure Entry if you need door access controls and video investigation in one system, with capacity for large deployments.

    6.4 Pricing on request · 90-day trial Visit site
  2. 2

    Paxton Net2

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb+1
    6.0 Free plan · pricing on request Visit site
  3. 3

    Avigilon Alta Access

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb

    Alta Access brings remote entry management, multiple credential types, and access-event video together in a cloud system.

    5.9 Pricing on request Visit site
  4. 4

    Verkada Access Control

    Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    Verkada Access Control combines cloud administration, edge operation, credentials, video events, and enterprise integrations.

    5.8 Pricing on request · 30-day trial Visit site
  5. 5

    Leosac Access Control

    Free plan LinuxWeb
    5.7 Free plan Visit site
  6. 6

    KisiFit

    Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    Choose KisiFit if your facility needs managed member access, CRM-based entry rules, and optional self-service workflows.

    5.6 From $99/mo · 30-day trial Visit site
  7. 7

    Gallagher Command Centre

    Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+3

    Choose Gallagher Command Centre if you need a centralized system for access, site security, and related building operations.

    5.5 Pricing on request Visit site
  8. 8

    dormakaba Community

    Paid APIWebWindows

    Choose Community if a multihousing operation needs configurable access permissions, schedules, and audit reports across sites.

    5.4 Pricing on request Visit site
  9. 9

    Nedap AEOS

    Paid Self-hostedWeb

    AEOS provides configurable, on-premises access control with broad integration options and resilience features. Buyers should plan to work with a certified channel partner and request pricing directly.

    5.2 Pricing on request Visit site
  10. 10

    Alarm.com Business Access Control

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb
    5.1 Pricing on request Visit site
  11. 11

    Avigilon Unity Access

    Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+2
    4.7 Pricing on request Visit site
  12. 12

    Genea Security

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb
    4.5 Pricing on request Visit site
  13. 13

    Honeywell Optimizer Supervisor

    Paid WebWindows
    4.5 Visit site
  14. 14

    Kantech EntraPass

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb+1
    4.5 Pricing on request Visit site
  15. 15

    Cube Access

    Paid APIWeb
    4.4 Pricing on request Visit site
  16. 16

    PremiSys

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb
    4.1 Pricing on request Visit site

#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price

Check whether a tool has a free plan or trial, what paid pricing requires, and which deployment and platforms fit your setup. Compare door limits, mobile credentials, access schedules, audit-log retention and directory sync. If you need to read or change code, review the licence terms.

Questions

Are free access control plans available?

Yes. Leosac Access Control lists a free plan. Other products may offer paid plans or trials instead.

Which platforms can these systems use?

Platforms listed include web, iOS, Android, Windows, API and self-hosted deployment. Check the platform field for the tool you are considering.

Do access control tools offer free trials?

Trial terms vary. AXIS Camera Station Secure Entry lists a 90-day trial, and KisiFit lists a 30-day trial.

What does pricing on request mean?

The vendor does not publish a price in the listing. Contact the vendor for a quote and confirm limits, deployment and included features.

What should I compare besides price?

Compare door limit, mobile credentials, access schedules, audit-log retention, directory sync and deployment options.

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