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February 23, 2023

Should You Have a Gate Intercom?

Should You Have a Gate Intercom?

Intercoms are the first line of verbal defense. We weigh the benefits of audio versus video systems and why communication is key to any robust access control solution.

A gate intercom gives you the ability to verify who is at your entrance before granting access — an invaluable layer of security for any residential or commercial property. Audio intercoms are affordable and simple, allowing two-way communication so you can confirm a visitor's identity. Video intercoms add a visual confirmation, removing ambiguity when you don't recognise the voice. For properties that receive frequent deliveries or visitors, a video solution with remote access via smartphone is ideal. Paired with a Gatekeeper unit, you can grant or deny access from anywhere in the world — the intercom tells you who is there, and Gatekeeper lets you act on that information instantly.