| Connection |
Runs on site
Can work offline
No push notifications when offline |
Runs on site (virtualised)
Can work offline
No push notifications when offline |
Hosted remotely
Internet connection required
Push notifications available |
| Updates & maintenance |
Updates on request
You control the timing |
Updates on request
You control the timing |
Updates scheduled by us
May cause planned downtime |
| Backups |
Possible if external or network storage is provided |
Possible if external or network storage is provided |
Weekly snapshot taken automatically |
| Restore options |
Restore on request |
Restore on request
Snapshots allow restore on demand |
No restore on demand
System only reverted in case of severe, widespread issues |
| Integrations |
Supports local system integrations, such as Crestron and OMNIYON. |
Supports local system integrations, such as Crestron and OMNIYON. |
Does not support any integrations |
| Level of control |
High |
High |
Limited |
| Best suited for |
Organisations that require offline access, strict control, and run their own hardware |
Organisations that want offline access, high control, and fast recovery via snapshots |
Organisations that prefer a managed service, are always online, and accept limited restore options |
