Announcing the 2024 Readers' Choice Product Awards

Nov. 18, 2024
Check out winning and honorable mention products in 19 different categories

The SecurityInfoWatch Readers’ Choice Awards recognize the most impactful products introduced in the physical security industry over the past year (April 2023 through June 2024) in 19 different product categories. 

The program is the most democratic product awards program in the industry – judged and decided by the very people who use and install these products every day.

Voting was open to any SecurityInfoWatch reader (one vote per IP address) during August and September. In all, nearly 2,200 security professionals participated in the voting.

“SecurityInfoWatch congratulates all of the award winners in our annual Reader’s Choice Awards,” said SecurityInfoWatch Editorial Director Steve Lasky. “These products represent the best of the best among the newest technologies that are helping to secure people and property.”

Visit www.securityinfowatch.com/readerschoice for a full explanation of the award procedures. Print subscribers can check out the winning products in the annual Winter Big Book product guide, a special December 2024 bonus publication to Security Business, Security Technology Executive (STE) and Locksmith Ledger magazines.

Check out the 2024 Readers' Choice honorees below!

Access Control Hardware: Winner

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Biometrics

Suprema BioStation 2a

NPU (Neural Processing Unit) enables fast fingerprint recognition.

Access Control Hardware: Honorable Mention

Access Control

Controller 7000 Access Control System from Gallagher Security

Capable of managing localized access control, intruder alarms, perimeter security, business automation, and logic needs for organizations
Access Control Power Units & Controls

Mercury Security MP Controllers

Combines access control technologies, elevator control, building automation, IoT applications, and third-party solutions

Access Control Software: Winner

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Access Control

Centrios Access Control Platform

Seamlessly integrates a mobile app with smart readers and locks

Access Control Software: Honorable Mention

Alarm Systems: Winner

Alarms & Monitoring

DMP XR Panel to XR Panel Connectivity Solution

Enables seamless operation across multiple panels within a single site, communicating over the same network

Alarm Systems: Honorable Mention

Business Management Software & Solutions: Winner

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Key Control

SimpleK Locksmith Edition

Master key system and key management software

Business Management Software & Solutions: Honorable Mention

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Design/Specification Apps

FieldHub Tech Mobile App

Available for iOS and Android devices, technicians and operations leaders can look forward to greater visibility, control, and efficiency right in the palm of their hands.

Cybersecurity: Winner

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Video Analytics

Scene Authentication by Prometheus Security Group

A Revolutionary Encrypted Video Scene Verification Solution.

Cybersecurity: Honorable Mention

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Encryption Solutions

Swissbit iShield Key Pro with USB-C

supports a wide array of security standards, including FIDO2, HOTP, TOTP, and PIV.

Door Hardware & Locks: Winner

Locks

Schlage XE360 Series Wireless Locks from Allegion

support the latest credential technologies and are available as Tubular, Mortise, and Exit Trim.

Door Hardware & Locks: Honorable Mention

Locks

Schlage Indication Solutions from Allegion

Schlage's new visual indication trims offer some of the largest viewing windows and a patented 180-degree visibility that ensures clear messaging from any angle.

Emergency Communications: Winner

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Emergency Communications Equipment

Eagle Eye 911 Camera Sharing

Revolutionize Emergency Response with Instant Access to Security Cameras

Emergency Communications: Honorable Mention

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Emergency Communications Equipment

Altronix COMMBATT1 Battery Back-up Unit and ANC1BBU Annunciator

Provides required critical power back-up for emergency responder communication systems

Fire & Life Safety: Winner

Fire & Life Safety: Honorable Mention

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Fire Detectors - Smoke, Heat, Optical

ALO-V Analog Photoelectric Smoke Detector from Hochiki America

Provides accurate distinction between real fires and nuisance activations from burning food, dust or steam/water vapor.

Installation Tools & Software: Winner

Design/Specification Apps

System Surveyor 2.0 system design and management tool

Upload a floor plan in minutes, scale it, drag-and-drop pre-made icons of security devices showing coverage areas

Installation Tools & Software: Honorable Mention

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Video Surveillance Installation Tools

CameraShine surveillance cleaning kit

Eliminates the need for ladders and lifts by allowing ground-level cleaning of security cameras.

Intercoms & Visitor Management: Winner

Video Intercoms

LiftMaster Smart Video Intercom - L

Designed for large communities and multi-family properties

Intercoms & Visitor Management: Honorable Mention

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Intercom Solutions

Zenitel Turbine Extended Intercoms TEIV1+ and TEIV4+

combines audio, video, and space for third-party card readers

Intrusion Detection & Perimeter Security: Winner

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Perimeter Security Sensors

Senstar MultiSensor

contains a Sensor Fusion Engine that intelligently performs a threat analysis based on the best data available from each sensor.

Intrusion Detection & Perimeter Security: Honorable Mention

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Perimeter Security

DMP XV Gateways with AlarmVision

security surveillance and intrusion detection through analytics-enhanced motion detection and seamless integration with XR Seriesâ„¢ alarm panels

IT Networking & Cablins: Honorable Mention

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PoE Solutions

Omnitron Managed Multi-Gigabit PoE Switches

Designed for applications that require high bandwidth and high power such as IP surveillance cameras

Key & Asset Management: Winner

Equipment Lockers - Secure

Traka Personnel Lockers

Ideal for hybrid and shared workspaces, college campuses, or corporate facilities where staff and visitors need a place to safely stow personal items.

Key & Asset Management: Honorable Mention

Monitoring Solutions: Winner

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Alarm Signal Receivers

IntelliNet Network Control Center (INCC) from AES

Enables full-service dealers and central monitoring stations to receive and send alarm signals to alarm automation software

Monitoring Solutions: Honorable Mention

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Protective Operations & Guard Services

Immix AutoPatrol

In addition to detecting security threats, AutoPatrol can help ensure site compliance and scene health as well as function as a service alternative.

Smart Home & Residential Security: Winner

Smart Home & Residential Security: Honorable Mention

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Residential Technologies

First Alert Visual Experience (VX) Series from Resideo

available in three different models: the First Alert VX1 HD Video Doorbell, the First Alert VX3 HD Outdoor Camera, and the new First Alert VX5 Indoor Camera

Video Analytics & AI Software: Winner

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Gunshot Detection

Bosch Gun Detection System

Offers a discreet alternative to traditional metal detectors.

Video Analytics & AI Software: Honorable Mention

Video Analytics

Verkada AI-powered search

Enables customers to use everyday language to search their video security camera footage for people and vehicles.
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Video Analytics

Sidekick AI Live Spot Checks from Solink

AI-powered, actionable insights, streamline decision processes and improve efficiency. GSX 2024 Booth 2050

Video & Enterprise Management Software: Winner

Video & Enterprise Management Software: Honorable Mention

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Video Management Software/VMS

Milestone Systems XProtect 2023 R3

New capabilities increase operational efficiency, enhance collaboration, and provide tighter system control. See it at GSX 2024 Booth #1675
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Video Management Software/VMS

AXIS Camera Station Pro from Axis Communications

Supports third-party products as well as the full Axis portfolio – including cameras, intercoms, audio products, analytics, body worn cameras, and more

Video Surveillance Cameras: Winner

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Cameras

Hanwha Vision Mini Multi-directional Dome (PNM-C16013RVQ)

combines a field of view of up to 360° and AI analytics with WiseStream III video compression

Video Surveillance Cameras: Honorable Mention

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Cameras

AXIS M5526-E pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) camera

A deep-learning PTZ that runs analytics on the edge, such as AXIS Object Analytics.
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Cameras

Vosker VKX outdoor security camera

100% Autonomous Cellular Security.

Video Surveillance Storage, Playback & Transmission: Winner

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Network Video Recorders (NVRs)

Hanwha Vision AIB-800 Eight-Channel AI Box

converts any camera supporting ONVIF/SUNAPI protocol into an AI-enabled device

Video Surveillance Storage, Playback & Transmission: Honorable Mention

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Remote Hosted Video Storage Solutions

Wasabi Technologies Network Optix Plugin

software plugin is transforming how traditional video surveillance systems manage video data as cloud adoption accelerates