SmartLotIQ vs TEKWave Solutions

These products address different layers of a gated community's operation. TEKWave's public site positions its connected platform around property access control and security, including gated communities. SmartLotIQ focuses on parking permits, guest vehicles, and enforcement workflows. The practical decision is whether you need to change gate access, manage vehicles after arrival, or coordinate both—and which existing hardware and staff process must remain in place.

Decision points for your community

• Separate gate entry credentials from vehicle parking permits; ask each vendor to demonstrate the full guest and staff workflow.
• Confirm exact gate, camera, or controller compatibility, installation responsibilities, and outage behavior before budgeting.
• Test vehicle-bound guest passes, violation evidence, appeals, and payments if those are requirements; the TEKWave public page linked here does not establish those details.

Pricing

The TEKWave public page describes access-control and security solutions but does not establish a comparable price or hardware scope. Ask for an itemized proposal covering equipment, installation, software, service, ongoing fees, and compatibility with what you already own. For SmartLotIQ, request current plan and add-on terms and use the trial to evaluate parking fit; compare the full workflow and total costs rather than assuming the products are interchangeable.

First-party sources

The linked pages describe public product information. “Not confirmed” means a cited page did not establish a capability, not that the vendor cannot provide it; verify requirements and terms directly.

• TEKWave Solutions: HOA access control for gated communities

Frequently asked questions

Should we replace TEKWave Solutions with SmartLotIQ?

Not necessarily. TEKWave publicly positions its platform around property access control and security, while SmartLotIQ focuses on parking permits, guest vehicles, and enforcement. If both access and parking workflows matter, map what each system must do and ask TEKWave to demonstrate any vehicle-level parking controls before deciding whether to replace or complement it.

Do we need to buy hardware from SmartLotIQ?

No hardware is required for basic SmartLotIQ pass verification by QR code or license-plate lookup on a phone. Optional integrations depend on the selected plan and compatible equipment; confirm specific camera or controller models and integration scope before purchase.

Can SmartLotIQ run paid visitor parking?

Yes. SmartLotIQ supports pay-to-park with Stripe Connect, so fine and visitor-parking revenue flows directly to the association's bank account rather than through a vendor.

Discuss a 30-day managed pilot

Requesting a discussion does not start or reserve a pilot. We will discuss fit, scope, and commercial terms before kickoff; a free pilot is not promised. After 30 days, pilot property operations pause and data is retained. To continue, choose a paid plan or service. Discuss a 30-day pilot. Prefer self-serve? A separate 10-day trial is available without a credit card. See all comparisons · Schedule a demo