XProtect variant comparison

Video management software

Discover which XProtect variant is right for your needs

XProtect comes in five variants to cover every type and scale of installation — from single sites to global operations. Our experts will help you select the right choice for your current operations and ongoing growth.

Free entry-level video management software for low-security sites.

Up to 8 cameras & single site

Map function

Failover & redundancy

Centralized management

Evidence management

For small businesses requiring basic security and alarm management.

Up to 48 cameras & single site

Map function

Failover & redundancy

Centralized management

Evidence management

For mid-sized installations needing to quickly respond to incidents.

Unrestricted devices & multiple sites

Map function

Failover & redundancy

Centralized management

Evidence management

For mid-to large-sized installations that require end-to-end video integrity.

Unrestricted devices & multiple sites

Smart Map function option

Failover & redundancy

Centralized management

Evidence management

For mission-critical installations that demand situational awareness and uninterrupted video access.

Unrestricted devices & multiple sites

Smart Map function

Failover & redundancy

Centralized management

Evidence management

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Compare XProtect products 2024 R1

				Most advanced
XProtect Essential+	XProtect Express+	XProtect Professional+	XProtect Expert	XProtect Corporate
Free entry-level video management software for low-security sites.	For small businesses requiring basic security and alarm management.	For mid-sized installations needing to quickly respond to incidents.	For mid-to large-sized installations that require end-to-end video integrity.	For mission-critical installations that demand situational awareness and uninterrupted video access.
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					Most advanced
	XProtect Essential+	XProtect Express+	XProtect Professional+	XProtect Expert	XProtect Corporate
	Free entry-level video management software for low-security sites.	For small businesses requiring basic security and alarm management.	For mid-sized installations needing to quickly respond to incidents.	For mid-to large-sized installations that require end-to-end video integrity.	For mission-critical installations that demand situational awareness and uninterrupted video access.
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System architecture
Max number of users	Unrestricted*	Unrestricted*	Unrestricted*	Unrestricted*	Unrestricted*
Supports of XProtect Smart Client, XProtect Web Client and XProtect Mobile
Type of deployment	Single server	Single server	Centrally managed, multi server	Centrally managed, multi server	Centrally managed,distributed sites
Scalability
Max number IP devices per recording server	8	48	Unrestricted*	Unrestricted*	Unrestricted*
Number of recording server per system	1	1	Unrestricted*	Unrestricted*	Unrestricted*
Storage
Edge storage and scalable video quality recording
Multicast support
Video Processing
Hardware accelerated video motion detection (QuickSync)
MJPEG, MPEG 4, MPG 4ASP and MxPEG. H264 and H265
Multi-live streaming – adaptive and playback
Hardware accelerated video motion detection (NVIDIA)
Audio
Two way audio support
Max number of supported audio channels	8	48	Unrestricted*	Unrestricted*	Unrestricted*
Cybersecurity and user rights
External identity provider support (OIDC) SSO
GDPR compliant
Dual authorization (Smart Client and Management Client)
Media database encryption and digital signing
Two-step verification (Web Client and Mobile Client users)
Situational awareness
Map functions
Alarm Manager
Customizable dashboard for tasks and specific live monitoring
Smart Map functions
XProtect Smart Wall				Additional license
Failover and redundancy
Hot & Cold Failover Recording Server
XProtect Management Server Failover				Additional license	Additional license
Investigation and evidence management
XProtect Incident Manager		Additional license	Additional license	Additional license
Bookmarks
Evidence lock
Centralized management
Milestone Interconnect		Remote site	Remote site	Remote site	Central & Remote site
Centralized management of XProtect Smart Client (SC) applications (number of supported SC profiles)			3	12	Unrestricted*
Milestone Federated Architecture				Remote site	Central & Remote site
Device management
Firmware upgrade	Single	Single	Single	Single & Bulk	Single & Bulk
Device Password Management
Extensions
XProtect Access, XProtect LPR, XProtect Transact, XProtect Retail, XProtect Rapid REVIEW, XProtect Hospital Assist		Additional license	Additional license	Additional license	Additional license
Integrations
Third party application integration and support for video analytics.
*Depending on system configuration
Online services
XProtect Remote Manager, part of Care Plus

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Core features

Explore the capabilities of XProtect that have made it a popular choice in over 500,000 customer sites around the world. These robust features have been developed with your needs in mind. They not only enhance security but also optimize your operational efficiency.

Centralized Search 

Incident Manager 

Independent Playback

Evidence Lock

Secure evidence handling

Centralized Search 

Centralized Search enables users to easily search for relevant video footage across multiple cameras and timeframes from a centralized interface. You can swiftly review incidents, suspicious activities, or potential threats, without the need to manually go through extensive video content. This streamlined search capability enhances incident investigations, expedites response times, and improves overall security.

Included in all XProtect variants.

Incident Manager 

XProtect Incident Manager is an XProtect extension that enables you to streamline the logging and documenting of incidents (video and audio). It provides an overview of all incidents in your organization and makes reporting less time consuming — whether it’s for internal or external use.

Included in:
XProtect Corporate

Optional (require license) in:
XProtect Expert
XProtect Professional+
XProtect Express+

Independent Playback

Independent Playback allows users to simultaneously view live video from multiple cameras, providing a real-time overview of different locations or incidents. This feature is particularly useful for security personnel, first responders, or any stakeholders needing immediate access to critical information.

Included in all XProtect variants.

Evidence Lock

Evidence Lock ensures the integrity of video evidence by preventing any alterations or deletions of important video footage. Once evidence is locked, it becomes unmodifiable and can only be accessed by authorized personnel, ensuring its admissibility in legal proceedings.

Included in:
XProtect Corporate

Secure evidence handling

Secure evidence handling empowers users to share video footage securely with authorities like law enforcement. This feature ensures that video evidence is handled with the utmost care, maintaining its integrity throughout the entire chain of custody. With secure evidence handling, users can confidently provide crucial video material for investigations or compliance purposes.

Included in:
XProtect Corporate

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