ButterflyMX vs Luxer Access

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.

Luxer Access is a cloud access-control and management system for multifamily properties, offered for new construction and retrofit projects. It combines building access, intercoms, elevator control, cameras, parking, and guest management in one centrally managed platform. Property managers can manage residents, staff, visitors, and access points from any internet-enabled device, with real-time activity and audit history. Residents can use the app to manage access, handle intercom calls, issue guest codes, receive package notifications, view access history, and unlock doors remotely. Delivery carriers can receive codes for areas needed to reach Luxer One Lockers. The lineup includes video intercoms, readers, locks, video doorbells, parking access control, cloud management, and a resident app. Integrations with listed property systems support reading rent rolls and maintaining resident lists. The company states 24/7/365 support and 99.9% service uptime. Pricing requires contacting an expert.