Why MRM
The subscription trap costs more than you think.
Most security vendors charge thousands per year in cloud subscriptions. Stop paying and your cameras brick. We took a different approach.
70–90%
Lower 5-year total cost of ownership
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | MRM | Verkada | Avigilon |
|---|---|---|---|
| System Type | On-Premise (you own it) | Cloud-Based (leased) | On-Premise (complex) |
| Camera Resolution | 4K / 8MP | 4K | Up to 7K |
| AI Analytics | Person, vehicle, LPR | Advanced | Advanced |
| Data Storage | On-site, 90+ days | Cloud (30-365 days) | On-site |
| Annual License Fees | $0 | $2,000-$3,000+ | $0 (upgrade fees) |
| Cloud Subscription | None required | Required | Optional |
| Equipment Ownership | You own it | Leased / bricked if cancelled | You own it |
| 5-Year TCO (7 cameras) | ~$41,000 | ~$43,000 | $50,000+ |
The Subscription Trap
Verkada charges $2,000-$3,000+ per year in mandatory subscriptions. Stop paying and your cameras stop working. You bought them, but you don't own them.
Data Sovereignty
With cloud systems, your footage lives on someone else's servers. With MRM, all footage stays on-site. No third-party access. Full privacy for your residents.
Vendor Lock-In
Proprietary cloud systems can't be serviced by anyone else. MRM deploys open, on-premise systems. If you ever want to switch providers, your equipment still works.
See the numbers for your property.
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