Carrier i-Vu vs SAUTER Vision Center

Carrier i-Vu is building automation software for central monitoring, control, and optimization of HVAC and integrated building systems. i-Vu Pro presents system data, schedules, alarms, and trends in a browser-based interface accessible from web-enabled devices. It also includes dashboards, reports, trend visualization, insight sharing, security updates, and live system backups; Carrier describes it as built on open BACnet standards. The on-premises version is licensed for use in a customer's own infrastructure, while i-Vu Cloud is hosted on AWS and includes server maintenance, monitoring, database redundancy, backups, and software upgrades. Carrier says the cloud service uses BACnet Secure Connect. i-Vu Express supports integration with third-party systems such as lighting and metering. A Life Sciences offering provides change records, digitally signed reports, and audit-ready documentation aligned with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 expectations. Pricing is on request, and license or subscription scope and usage limits may apply. The cloud BAS service does not provide alarm monitoring, alarm response, or dispatch.

SAUTER Vision Center is a modular system for building, room, energy, and maintenance management. It is designed for single buildings, dispersed premises, and projects such as offices, campuses, hospitals, and production facilities. Its HTML5 web interface works across operating systems and practically every internet browser without additional apps or plug-ins. Users can arrange responsive dashboards with widgets and templates. The Scenario Manager plans and runs predefined building automation procedures, while energy tools offer forecasting, ISO reference specifications, KPI analytics, and abnormal-operation notifications. An optional maintenance module supports plans, automatic order triggers, asset records, and ticketing. Integration options include BACnet/SC, native BACnet, OPC UA, OPC DA through a gateway, MQTT, and SAUTER novaNet. SVC 8.1 adds encrypted transmission through a BACnet/SC Hub, two-factor authentication, and single sign-on. Pricing is on request; SAUTER directs buyers to national sales organisations and provides a demo account on request.