Video Security

AI Overview

Avigilon and Pelco are both Motorola Solutions companies specializing in video security and access control, with Avigilon focusing on AI-driven solutions and Pelco on video surveillance cameras and systems.

Here's a more detailed comparison:

Avigilon:

Focus:
AI-driven security solutions, including video analytics, access control, and IP security cameras.

Products:
Avigilon Unity (on-premise video security and access control) and Avigilon Alta (cloud-native video security).

Strengths:
Strong in AI-powered security, offering advanced features for faster response and enhanced safety.

Integration:
Avigilon Control Center (ACC) is a VMS (Video Management System) that is ONVIF compliant, ensuring interoperability with other ONVIF-compliant devices.

Example:
Avigilon Unity Access is a scalable, on-premise access control system for enterprise-class installations.

Pelco:

Focus:
Video surveillance cameras, video management and recording systems, security software, and aligned services.

Products:
Pelco VideoXpert (VMS) and a range of video security cameras.

Strengths:
Trusted camera brand with a focus on designing, developing, and manufacturing video security cameras.

Integration:
Pelco cameras are ONVIF compliant, meaning they can integrate with various third-party VMS.

Example:
Pelco Value Series cameras can be connected to Avigilon Control Center (ACC).

Key Differences and Considerations:

AI Focus:
Avigilon is more heavily focused on AI and advanced security features, while Pelco's core strength lies in video surveillance hardware and systems.

Integration:
Both companies offer ONVIF compliance, ensuring interoperability with other security devices and systems.

Motorola Solutions:
Both Avigilon and Pelco are part of the Motorola Solutions family, which allows for a unified approach to security solutions.

Migration:
Pelco VideoXpert users can migrate to Avigilon Unity licenses.