Comparison

Paxton Connect vs AVYCON ONE

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Paxton Connect

Manage access control for your Paxton Net2 or Paxton10 systems remotely via your smartphone or tablet. Quickly switch between sites and perform administrative tasks like user management and event monitoring. Ideal for administrators needing on-the-go system access.

Highlights
  • Remote system login
  • Multi-site switching
  • User creation and administration
  • Live event monitoring and filtering
  • Report generation
  • Muster control
Features
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Log into your Net2 or Paxton10 system from anywhere in the world using your smartphone or tablet. Switch between multiple sites quickly and easily with simple biometric identification. All key system features can be accessed from the Paxton Connect app. Administrators can view and edit features for which they have been granted prior permission. Paxton systems currently supported Net2 Pro Log into your Net2 system and access: • User creation and administration • Token enrolment • Live events and filtering • Reports (read only) • Roll call report generation • Online and offline muster control • Open door Net2 Pro v6.00 or above is required. For full system administration, the Net2 desktop software is required. Paxton10 Log into your Paxton10 system and access: • User creation and administration • Live events and filtering • Reports • Buildings and devices (read only) • Roll call report generation • Online muster control • Control device For full system administration, a desktop computer running the Chrome web browser should be used.

About

AVYCON ONE

This app provides comprehensive video surveillance management for compatible NVRs, DVRs, and IP cameras. View live feeds, play back recordings, and utilize AI features like facial recognition and license plate reading. Streamlined push notifications and an integrated file manager enhance usability.

Highlights
  • Live HD video streaming
  • Playback archived recordings
  • AI event filtering (motion, face, license plate)
  • Categorized push notifications
  • Integrated file manager with search
  • One/Two-way audio communication
Features
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AVY Mobile One is our newly designed mobile application for all your video surveillance needs. It is compatible with our latest Diversity Series NVRs, Hybrid DVRs, and IP Cameras*, which can operate as standalone devices without a need for an NVR. We strive to make our user interface as intuitive as possible to ensure the best experience. Navigate our menu effortlessly and view your cameras live, or freely play back saved recordings. With our AI-capable recorders and cameras, you can now filter video events through features such as motion detection, facial recognition, people/vehicle detection and license plate reading. Reviewing push notifications is now streamlined as notifications are divided into three categories: Event, AI, and Abnormal. With these options, there is no need to review countless motion events when our software provides the analytics to detect relevant results. The built-in file list system helps users view or playback archived footage to save on their mobile devices. Our file manager comes with an integrated search engine to provide fast results based on dates and device names. It is easier than ever to quickly share your desired footage to social media platforms or a simple text message. Compatible Products • Direct connection to any NDAA/TAA Diversity Series IP Cameras (IPCs)* • AVR-DSV Diversity Series recorders • AVR-HSV Diversity Series NVRs • AVR-NSV Diversity Series NVRs Key features: • P2P Support for all Diversity Series products • Watch HD video in real-time • Video player for archive/storage playback • One/Two-Way communication with compatible devices • Push Message alerts for motion, AI, and sound detection • Motion sensitivity control and area management • Configuration of recording schedule and alarm notification schedules * Standalone Diversity Series cameras will require a microSD card for storage and playback control

Screenshots

Paxton Connect4 screens
AVYCON ONE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Paxton Connect at 4.5 against AVYCON ONE's 2.7. Paxton Connect also leads on ratings volume (795 vs 61). AVYCON ONE's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Paxton Connect holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Paxton Connect has 795 ratings behind it against 61, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of Paxton Connect's written reviews are positive against 12% of AVYCON ONE's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Paxton Connect ships an update every 3 months, AVYCON ONE every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Paxton Connect versus AVYCON ONE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPaxton ConnectAVYCON ONE
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (795 ratings) — better2.7 (61 ratings)
Positive reviews13.6% of reviews — better12.0% of reviews
Number of ratings795 — better61
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB163 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPaxton Access LtdAVYCON

Customer experience

Paxton Connect

All ratings795 ratings
Positive86.5%
Neutral4.3%
Negative9.2%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive13.6%
Neutral31.8%
Negative54.5%

AVYCON ONE

All ratings61 ratings
Positive36.1%
Neutral9.8%
Negative54.1%
Written reviews25 reviews
Positive12.0%
Neutral12.0%
Negative76.0%

Bugs and requests

Paxton Connect

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Continuous log-out issues
  • Inability to view cameras and recordings
  • Incompatibility with newer iOS versions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Remote login and control features
  • Dark mode option
  • Ability to lock/unlock doors remotely
  • Integration with Apple Watch
  • More advanced reporting and analytics

AVYCON ONE

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Paxton Connect

No in-app purchases

None

AVYCON ONE

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Paxton Connect free?
Paxton Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AVYCON ONE free?
AVYCON ONE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Paxton Connect or AVYCON ONE?
Paxton Connect is rated higher. Paxton Connect averages 4.5 out of 5 from 795 ratings, while AVYCON ONE averages 2.7 from 61 ratings.
Do Paxton Connect or AVYCON ONE have ads?
Neither Paxton Connect nor AVYCON ONE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Paxton Connect or AVYCON ONE?
Paxton Connect ships an update every 3 months, and AVYCON ONE every 5 months. Most recently, Paxton Connect was updated on September 22, 2026 and AVYCON ONE on September 20, 2026.

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