Coram vs PATO

Coram is a gym security system combining access control, AI video analytics, and emergency management for single facilities through nationwide chains. Members, trainers, and staff can enter with mobile-app, card, or PIN credentials assigned to access hours. AI detects tailgating and credential misuse, then alerts the team. Access records are paired with matching video footage for incident review. When problems occur, Coram can lock doors, alert staff, or notify responders. Administrators manage credentials, live feeds, and access events across branches from one dashboard. The system works with most existing readers and IP cameras and supports OSDP, Wiegand, BLE, and NFC. Video is stored on-site, while processing and detection happen on-device. Coram states SOC 2 Type II auditing, HIPAA compliance, TLS encryption, SSO, MFA, and uptime greater than 99.99% per calendar month. It runs on Android, iOS, and web. Pricing is on request and depends on camera count and Coram Point NVR selection.

PATO is an AI-first gym management system for owners and members, available on Android, iOS, and web. Members can use its AI to log meals, build training and meal plans, book classes, and ask billing questions. Food entries can be made by photo, text, voice, or label scan, with estimates matched against a catalogue of 11K+ verified foods. Coaching tools include 2.9K+ movements and a plan builder for programs from 2 to 24 weeks. PATO detects at-risk members and supports automated or drafted outreach, recording each send. Gyms connect their own Stripe or GoCardless account for card and direct debit payments; PATO says it takes no percentage of member payments, while gyms pay the processor directly. Access provides QR check-in, and Access Pro can control compatible smart locks, keypads, and card readers. Classes, Access, Access Pro, Shop, and Custom Gamification are add-ons rather than base-plan features. PATO says gym data is isolated at the database level and staff access is role-based. It stores customer data in Australia under New Zealand privacy obligations; its AI does not give medical advice and routes injury, pain, and medical questions to gym coaches.