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EntryWatch vs a spreadsheet
A shared spreadsheet feels free, but it relies on people remembering to type, offers no self-service, and cannot help in an emergency. Here is the comparison.
| EntryWatch | spreadsheet | |
|---|---|---|
| Sign-in | Visitors sign themselves in. | Someone has to type each entry. |
| On a kiosk | Runs on a reception tablet or mobile QR. | Not designed for a shared kiosk. |
| Evacuation | Live roll-call on any device. | No live headcount; no muster view. |
| Host notifications | Automatic on arrival. | None. |
| Badges | Printed automatically. | None. |
| Inductions & compliance | Built in, gated on requirements. | Not possible. |
| Data & privacy | Isolated per organisation with retention controls. | A file anyone with the link can copy. |
| Cost | Free until 2027 for founding customers. | Free — but does none of the above. |
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