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Head-to-head · Gym Access Control Software

Kisi vs Seam

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 8 checks side by side
Higher score Kisi #2 in Gym Access Control Software 9.1/10 Paid ✓ 6 of 6 features Visit Kisi
Seam #6 in Gym Access Control Software 8.5/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 4 of 6 features Visit Seam

Kisi leads on 0 checks, Seam on 2, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 8 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreKisi · 9.1/10
  • Lowest starting priceSeam · $5/device/mo
  • Free planonly Seam
  • Most featuresKisi · 6 of 6

Kisi scores higher on our rubric for gym access control software: 9.1 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #6.

Seam offers free plan; Kisi doesn't. Seam is cheaper to start at $5/mo against $99/mo.

Kisi is the better fit for multi-site gyms wanting transparent Kisi plans. Seam is the better fit for small teams wanting a low-cost flexible platform.

  • Kisi fits best

    Multi-site gyms wanting transparent Kisi plans

  • Seam fits best

    Small teams wanting a low-cost flexible platform

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Side by side

Feature Kisi 9.1/10 Visit ↗ Seam 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.1 8.5
Ranking #2 in Gym Access Control Software #6 in Gym Access Control Software
Best for Multi-site gyms wanting transparent Kisi plans Small teams wanting a low-cost flexible platform
Pricing model Paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $99/site/mo $5/device/mo (best)
Free plan — ✓ (best)
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Docs · 24/7 Email, Docs
Compliance SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, 2FA SOC 2, GDPR, 2FA
Integrations 99+ integrations 1,000+ integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Kisi 6/6 · Seam 4/6
Membership validation ✓ ✓
Scheduled access rules ✓ ✓
Mobile credentials ✓ ✓
QR or barcode entry ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Visitor passes ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Multi-location access ✓ ✓
Specs
Entry log retention Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Multi-location controls with cross-site visitor logging
  • QR entry, mobile credentials, and temporary access links
  • Eight integrations with gym-management platforms
  • Free plan includes full API access, webhooks, and all supported brands
  • Syncs access with real-time membership status and booking permissions
  • Supports mobile keys, PINs, cards, schedules, and multi-site analytics
Cons
  • No free plan; Base starts at $99 per location per month
  • API and SDK access are limited to the Pro plan
  • Plans require additional access-control hardware
  • Primarily an API and infrastructure layer, not a standalone front-desk app
  • High Traffic is priced at $50 per device per month
  • Premium and Enterprise support cost $20,000 or $50,000 per year
Our verdict

Kisi is a cloud-based access control platform for gyms, studios, wellness centers, and other facilities. It gives operators web and mobile tools for managing doors, members, credentials, schedules, visitors, locations, and access events.…

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Seam is an API and dashboard for connecting fitness-management software to doors, rooms, lockers, and other access devices. It is designed for developers, fitness software platforms, gym operators, and businesses automating physical…

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  1. KisiGym Access Control Software 9.1Paid
  2. SeamGym Access Control Software 8.5Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Kisi — where it wins

    • Multi-location controls with cross-site visitor logging
    • QR entry, mobile credentials, and temporary access links
    • Eight integrations with gym-management platforms

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan; Base starts at $99 per location per month
    • API and SDK access are limited to the Pro plan
    • Plans require additional access-control hardware

  • Seam — where it wins

    • Free plan includes full API access, webhooks, and all supported brands
    • Syncs access with real-time membership status and booking permissions
    • Supports mobile keys, PINs, cards, schedules, and multi-site analytics

    Where it doesn't

    • Primarily an API and infrastructure layer, not a standalone front-desk app
    • High Traffic is priced at $50 per device per month
    • Premium and Enterprise support cost $20,000 or $50,000 per year
  • Kisi9.1/10 · Paid

    A multi-site gym access platform with QR entry, visitor tools, and fitness integrations.

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  • Seam8.5/10 · Free plan

    A low-cost access layer for syncing gym memberships, bookings, and credentials.

    Visit SeamFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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