Frigate
6.9#2 in video surveillance softwareFrom $50 a yearFree planWebAPILinuxSelf-hosted
VisitFrigate vs Spot AI
What both publish
| Fact | Frigate | Spot AI |
|---|---|---|
| API | Frigate provides an HTTP API with endpoints covering areas including cameras, classification, events, media and recordings. | The public REST API returns JSON and supports extracting camera and intelligence data, automating tasks, and building integrations. |
| Integrations | The maker lists Home Assistant, OpenHab, NodeRed and systems with MQTT support as integrations. | Listed integrations include Avigilon Alta, Azure AD, Brivo, FlexWash, Google Workspace, HALO, Kisi, Microsoft 365, Okta, Omnilert, ProdataKey, and Rinsed. |
Frigate plans
- FrigateFree
- Frigate+ Subscription$50 a year
Spot AI plans
- Free tierFree
- Basic$1,500 a year
- Paid servicesPriced on request
- Spot AI subscriptionPriced on request
Pick Frigate if…
Frigate suits people running IP cameras on their own hardware, especially those using Docker or Home Assistant. It may also fit users who want local processing and object-based recording or notifications.
Pick Spot AI if…
It suits organizations using cameras for security, safety or operational oversight, including the listed industries of manufacturing, warehousing, construction, retail, car washes, healthcare, education and government. The API may suit teams building camera-data integrations or automations.