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ActivitySuite vs GuardConnect
Both stand on security guard software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneSelf-hosted+1
ActivitySuite combines patrol records, scheduling, dispatch, GPS, parking enforcement, video, and client reporting. Check the session-based billing tiers and any direct cloud-storage costs against your expected use.
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Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
GuardConnect combines scheduling, timekeeping, patrol verification, incident workflows, and client reporting for security operations. Its free plan is limited to 10 officers, and pricing for other configurations requires a demo request.
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| ActivitySuite | GuardConnect | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Self-hosted, Web | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Starter: $99 a month | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 4 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | activitysuite.com | guardconnect.com |
| On security guard software | #1 of 27 | #3 of 27 |
ActivitySuite: what it does well
- Logs field activity and generates emailed PDF client reports.
- Dispatch includes shift publishing, site hits, and call assignment.
- GPS tools include real-time tracking and geo-fencing.
- Client access can be limited by site and incident type.
What to know first
- Monthly charges depend on browser-session count.
- Cloud storage fees are paid directly to the storage provider.
- Self-hosted installation leaves IT support to the customer.
GuardConnect: what it does well
- Schedules shifts across multiple sites.
- Geofenced clock-ins with payroll-ready exports.
- QR-code and NFC patrol verification.
- Offline actions sync when connectivity returns.
- Free plan covers 1 to 10 officers.
What to know first
- Pricing beyond the free plan is on request.
- Pricing depends on officer count and selected modules.
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