Brivo Security Suite vs Gantner Fitness Check-In and Access Control

Brivo Security Suite8.9Visit Gantner Fitness Check-In and Access Control8.4Visit

Higher score Brivo Security Suite #3 in Gym Access Control Software 8.9/10 Pricing on request ✓ 5 of 6 features Visit Brivo

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Gantner Fitness Check-In and Access Control #7 in Gym Access Control Software 8.4/10 Pricing on request ✓ 5 of 6 features Visit Gantner

• Brivo Security Suite fits best

  Large gyms needing mature security coverage

• Gantner Fitness Check-In and Access Control fits best

  Established clubs needing credential flexibility

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Side by side

Feature	Brivo Security Suite 8.9/10 Visit ↗	Gantner Fitness Check-In and Access Control 8.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	8.9	8.4
Ranking	#3 in Gym Access Control Software	#7 in Gym Access Control Software
Best for	Large gyms needing mature security coverage	Established clubs needing credential flexibility
Pricing model	Paid	Paid
Starting price	—	Pricing on request
Free plan	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Free trial	—	—
Deployment	Cloud, Mobile	Cloud
Platforms	Web, iOS, Android	Web
Support	Live chat, Phone · 24/7	Email, Phone, Tickets
Compliance	SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, PCI DSS, SSO/SAML, 2FA	ISO 27001
Integrations	500+ integrations	4 integrations
Built for	Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise	Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Brivo Security Suite 5/6 · Gantner Fitness Check-In and Access Control 5/6
Membership validation	✓	✓
Scheduled access rules	✓	✓
Mobile credentials	✓	✓
QR or barcode entry	Not checked yet	✓ (best)
Visitor passes	✓ (best)	Not checked yet
Multi-location access	✓	✓
Specs
Entry log retention	365 days	Not checked yet
Our review
Pros	Synchronizes access with active, frozen, or canceled memberships Combines mobile credentials, visitor passes, video, and event tracking Supports multi-location administration and long-term event retention	Supports RFID/NFC, QR, smartphone, facial, PIN, and fingerprint access Validates membership status and area-specific access permissions Offers 24/7 check-in with attendance and occupancy visibility
Cons	Pricing requires a sales conversation rather than published subscription rates Occupancy tracking, SSO, and API integrations start with Professional Advanced security, compliance, and multi-site tools require Enterprise	Available through web access rather than a broader platform mix Pricing is negotiated through Gantner or a seller The solution spans terminals, readers, credentials, and supporting software
Our verdict	Brivo Security Suite is a cloud-based physical security platform for gyms, studios, businesses, and multi-location organizations. It brings access control, video surveillance, visitor management, intrusion detection, credential management,… Read the review →	Gantner Fitness Check-In and Access Control provides automated entry and exit management for fitness clubs, sports facilities, wellness centers, and multi-site chains. It is designed for operators that need 24/7 self-service access,… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• Brivo Security Suite — where it wins

  • Synchronizes access with active, frozen, or canceled memberships
  • Combines mobile credentials, visitor passes, video, and event tracking
  • Supports multi-location administration and long-term event retention

  Where it doesn't

  • Pricing requires a sales conversation rather than published subscription rates
  • Occupancy tracking, SSO, and API integrations start with Professional
  • Advanced security, compliance, and multi-site tools require Enterprise

• Gantner Fitness Check-In and Access Control — where it wins

  • Supports RFID/NFC, QR, smartphone, facial, PIN, and fingerprint access
  • Validates membership status and area-specific access permissions
  • Offers 24/7 check-in with attendance and occupancy visibility

  Where it doesn't

  • Available through web access rather than a broader platform mix
  • Pricing is negotiated through Gantner or a seller
  • The solution spans terminals, readers, credentials, and supporting software

• Brivo Security Suite8.9/10 · Pricing on request

  A mature, multi-site security suite for gyms that need more than door access.

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• Gantner Fitness Check-In and Access Control8.4/10 · Pricing on request

  Flexible 24/7 gym access control with extensive credential and area-permission options.

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