Alyta vs Storage Commander

Alyta manages self-storage bookings, payments, identity checks, customer access, and reporting for storage operators. Through self-serve checkout, customers can select a unit, sign an electronic agreement, pay online, and receive access details. Operators use a cloud dashboard to manage spaces, customers, agreements, invoices, orders, and tasks. The drag-and-drop Space Builder supports custom space details and categories with more than 30 components. Payment options include cards, direct bank transfers, cash recording, and physical terminals; the service connects to Stripe and Ezidebit. Operators can provide access using PIN codes, digital keys, cards, FOBs, or physical keys, and grant or disable access remotely. Listed hardware integrations include Inner Range Inception and Hikvision HIK-Connect. Optional apps include Twilio SMS notifications, Shufti Pro identity verification, and Google Maps address verification. Alyta says identity documents can be automatically deleted after 60 days, and that card details are tokenised; its payment setup is described as PCI-DSS compliant with PCI-SAQ A. A 14-day free trial is advertised with no credit card required. The listed subscription is A$49.99 a month for 20 spaces per location; yearly payment saves 10%.

Storage Commander provides SC Navigator, a cloud-based platform for self-storage operators. It brings rentals, payment processing, tenant communication, and reporting together, and automates billing, late fees, move-out reminders, and delinquency workflows. Operators can manage multiple locations and track performance in real time. The platform includes more than 150 interactive reports and analytics covering occupancy, revenue, collections, tenant activity, and performance. SC Pay handles integrated EMV-compliant payments, including contactless options, and Ask JOEL provides AI-powered data analytics. Storage Commander also offers SC V5, a locally installed desktop product for businesses that want software and data on their own hardware; the company describes it as actively supported. Listed platforms are Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, self-hosted, web, and Windows. Plans include Establish, Optimize, Pinnacle, and À La Carte options, but prices are available on request. The company lists support Monday through Friday, 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM PST, and says onboarding includes data import, settings customization, and team training.