Keycafe vs. Verkada

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Keycafe
Score 10.0 out of 10
N/A
Keycafe tracks all keys from a single account. Access only to trusted staff, contractors, tenants, or customers. The Keycafe SmartBox installs on any wall type.
$79
per month per location
Verkada
Score 9.5 out of 10
N/A
Verkada’s enterprise security solution combines security cameras and access control with cloud-based software in a scalable system. Headquartered in San Mateo, Verkada boasts more than 6,000 organizations, including 30+ Fortune 500 companies, as users of Verkada Command to protect people and assets, secure facilities, and gain new insights that improve the efficiency of their operations.
$798
per month
Pricing
KeycafeVerkada
Editions & Modules
Lite
$79
per month per location
Premium
$119
per month per location
Business Pro
$175
per month per location
Camera - CD31
$798
one year license + device
Camera - CD41
$998
one year license + device
VX52 Viewing Station
$998
one-year license + hardware
Camera - CD51
$1,198
one year license + device
SV11 Environmental Sensor
$1,248
one year license + device
Camera - CD61
$1,598
one year license + device
AC41 - Door Controller
$1,848
one year license + device
Alarm License + Monitoring, BP41 Alarm Panel + BC51 Alarm Console
$3,746
one year license + devices
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
KeycafeVerkada
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional DetailsDiscount available for annual pricing.All Product Purchases Include: 10-year product warranty Unlimited users Cloud archive for video clips Automatic firmware & software updates Technical support
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User Ratings
KeycafeVerkada
Likelihood to Recommend
10.0
(2 ratings)
9.0
(1 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
10.0
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Usability
10.0
(2 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
10.0
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
KeycafeVerkada
Likelihood to Recommend
Keycafe
Keycafe is a great tracker and place to store keys to vehicles or shared items such as a company gas card.
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Verkada
They need to be powered where there is ethernet. This makes it hard for areas outside in larger fields and such (that are not tied to that). But for a hard-wired business, that wants to do away from home run copper back to the on-prem box, this is a great alternative.
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Pros
Keycafe
  • Amazing Customer Service
  • Great product
  • Good Price
  • Fantastic team
  • Good options
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Verkada
No answers on this topic
Cons
Keycafe
  • Easier way to locate emergency codes in case power goes out or internet goes out.
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Verkada
  • Vape sensing archive downloads don't tie in with contextual camera.
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Likelihood to Renew
Keycafe
The Keycafe system is exactly the product we required, it has replaced the previous system used for Key collection and Drop offs, and Key Management. We have not seen another product, which will suit the requirements we need. Also replacing the Keycafe would be expensive and would require a lot of work
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Verkada
No answers on this topic
Usability
Keycafe
It is super easy to use!
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Verkada
No answers on this topic
Support Rating
Keycafe
From the very beginning, the customer service has been nothing short of incredible. Our first meeting with [...] was thorough and informative—he took the time to understand our specific needs and ensure that the product would suit us perfectly. Once we received the device, [...] went above and beyond to help us set it up and make sure we were using the software as effectively as possible, tailoring his guidance to our business needs. The team has consistently exceeded our expectations, and it’s comforting to know that they’re always available should we need further assistance.
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Verkada
No answers on this topic
Alternatives Considered
Keycafe
No answers on this topic
Verkada
We looked at Meraki/Cisco cameras, as well as various on-prem servers. Nothing really stacked up when it came to features, cost, and ease of use. Meraki/Cisco came the closest but the licensing was not ideal.
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Return on Investment
Keycafe
  • Keycafe has saved us so much money on time searching for keys and lock outs.
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Verkada
  • It was initially cheaper to get the system install.
  • Time savings for myself has paid over ten times it's worth.
  • All positive ROI.
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ScreenShots

Keycafe Screenshots

Screenshot of the MS5 Key Management System 51 bin electronic key locker SmartBox setupScreenshot of the MS5 Key Management System 27 bin electronic key locker SmartBox setupScreenshot of the MS5 Key Management System 9 bin electronic key locker SmartBox setupScreenshot of the cloud-based software for ensuring authorized access onlyScreenshot of the access management interfaceScreenshot of Keycafe's audit history for accountability