ButterflyMX vs Raven CloudAccess
ButterflyMX
butterflymx.comRaven CloudAccess
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| Figure | ButterflyMX | Raven CloudAccess |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | $7.99/mo |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 10 | 4 |
| Spec score · Property Access Control Software | 8.7 (#2) | 8.0 (#5) |
| Product | ButterflyMX is a unified property access and security platform combining video intercoms, access control, security cameras, and related property systems. | Raven CloudAccess is a cloud access control platform for managing systems ranging from a single door to thousands across multiple locations. |
| 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. | The support page says submitted technical support tickets receive a response within 24 hours and gives 1-800-555-0199 for urgent issues. |
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
Raven CloudAccess
- FreeFree
- Starter$7.99 a month
- Business$9.99 a month
- EnterprisePriced 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.
Raven CloudAccess
Raven CloudAccess has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.