ButterflyMX vs dormakaba Community
ButterflyMX
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| Figure | ButterflyMX | dormakaba Community |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 10 | 0 |
| Spec score · Property Access Control Software | 8.7 (#2) | 7.7 (#10) |
| API | ButterflyMX publishes an API with OAuth 2.0 authorization for resources such as buildings, tenants and door-release events. | The user guide describes a Community REST API for web service connections using token-based authentication; the specification is available from dormakaba Support. |
| Headquarters | New York City, New York, United States | Rümlang, Switzerland |
| Integrations | Listed integrations include Yardi, RealPage, Entrata, AppFolio, Greystar, RentManager, Google Workspace, Buildium, BuildingLink, MRI Software, smart locks, Apple Wallet, Google Wallet, Alexa and Siri. | Third-party web services can integrate Community with property management systems, energy management, resident portal apps, telephone entry, and other services. |
| Property management | Property staff can remotely manage permissions and review entry events with date- and time-stamped photos stored for 365 days. | The product supports multi-site property management and configurable resident and staff roles and access rights. |
| Support | The cost page says live support is available by phone, email, or chat and that mobile app, updates, and live support are included in software pricing. | dormakaba directs product users to its contact guide for customer service, technical support, and sales contacts. |
Plans
ButterflyMX
- 8″ Surface Video Intercom$3,995, paid once
- 8″ Video Intercom (surface)$3,995, paid once
- 8″ Recessed Video Intercom$4,495, paid once
- 8″ Video Intercom (recessed)$4,495, paid once
- 12″ Surface Video Intercom$5,995, paid once
- 12″ Video Intercom (surface)$5,995, paid once
- 12″ Recessed Video Intercom$6,495, paid once
- 12″ Video Intercom (recessed)$6,495, paid once
- Property softwarePrice not published
- Software and hostingPriced on request
In their own words
ButterflyMX
ButterflyMX combines video intercoms, access control, security cameras, and related systems for multifamily, commercial, student housing, and gated community properties. Residents can see and speak with visitors, remotely grant access, create temporary PINs, and use visitor passes. Property staff can manage permissions and review entry records with date- and time-stamped photos retained for 365 days. The platform supports Android, iOS, web, and API access, with integrations including Yardi, RealPage, Entrata, AppFolio, Google Workspace, Yale, Kwikset, SALTO KS, Apple Wallet, and Google Wallet. Its QR Code Intercom offers browser access for visitors and uses encryption, geofencing, session limits, and audit logs. The company describes its platform as SOC 2 compliant and offers an open API and SDK. Residents and visitors use the mobile app for free; owners pay for hardware and annual software. Video intercom hardware is listed from $3,995, paid once, and paid pricing starts at $20/mo. Hardware requires internet, power, and an electronic or magnetic lock, with local installers handling installation.
dormakaba Community
dormakaba Community has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.