One hardware ecosystem. One software dashboard. No recurring fees. UniFi is the only platform built for the way modern multifamily buildings actually operate — and we're NYC's certified experts in deploying it.
Four integrated products that share a unified dashboard, common credential system, and single management interface — available on web and mobile.
Professional-grade camera system with 4K resolution, HDR, smart motion detection, license plate recognition, and local NVR storage. No mandatory cloud subscription.
Enterprise-grade door access control with mobile credentials, NFC/BLE readers, audit logs, and multi-zone management — at a fraction of legacy system cost.
Video intercom with the G3 Intercom and indoor viewer panels. Residents answer the door from their smartphone — anywhere in the world — via the UniFi Connect app.
Centralized management for multi-building portfolios. Monitor device health, push firmware updates, manage credentials, and review camera footage across all properties from one interface.
Legacy security systems were designed for a different era. UniFi was built from the ground up for modern buildings — with software-first architecture and no vendor lock-in.
| Feature | UniFi Platform | Legacy Systems |
|---|---|---|
| Remote Management Access your system from anywhere |
Full remote access, any device | On-site only or expensive VPN |
| Mobile Credentials Use smartphone instead of key/fob |
iOS & Android, NFC & BLE | Rarely supported, proprietary add-on |
| Unified Dashboard Cameras, access, and intercom in one place |
Single interface for all systems | 3 separate systems, 3 logins |
| Software Licensing Fees Monthly or annual software costs |
$0 — software is free, forever | $80–$250/month per building |
| Firmware & Security Updates Keeping hardware current and secure |
OTA updates, free and automatic | Paid service call required |
| Scalability Adding doors, cameras, or buildings |
Add hardware, no new licenses | Per-device or per-door licensing costs |
| NYC Building Compatibility Pre-war wiring, legacy conduit |
PoE, flexible install, retrofit-friendly | Varies — often requires full rewire |
| Support & Serviceability Getting help when something goes wrong |
Local certified installer (us), active community | Proprietary systems, single-vendor lock-in |
Every other modern access control system charges you monthly to use software you've already bought. UniFi doesn't — and that changes the entire economics of building security.
The UniFi management software — UniFi OS, UniFi Protect, and UniFi Access — is bundled with the hardware and licensed to you permanently. No monthly SaaS fees, no annual renewals, no software tiers. A 150-unit building with UniFi saves $1,500–$3,000 per year compared to leading legacy platforms.
Cameras, access control, and intercoms are all managed in the same interface — accessible on any browser or through the UniFi mobile app. Your super can review last night's camera footage, grant a new resident's key fob, and check who buzzed the front door, all without switching apps.
UniFi pushes security patches and feature updates over-the-air to all connected hardware. Your G4 cameras from 2020 run newer, more capable software in 2025 than they did on day one. No service calls required, no hardware replacement needed for new features — your investment improves over time.