A Fraction of the Cost of Traditional ALPR
Traditional in‑car ALPR systems frequently require capital outlays of $75,000 or more per vehicle when you factor in cameras, processing units, installation, networking, and long‑term maintenance contracts.
Our Mobile ALPR approach uses hardware that officers and agencies already own – Android phones, in‑car Android screens, and low‑cost cameras – combined with a software and service model designed to keep deployment affordable.
High‑Level Cost Comparison
| Feature | Traditional ALPR System Typical $75,000+ in‑car package |
Mobile ALPR by DashCamCop Android‑based + software & service |
|---|---|---|
| Up‑front hardware cost per vehicle | $50,000–$75,000+ for cameras, processing, installation | Uses existing Android phones/heads‑up units; add‑on cameras only as needed |
| Additional coverage (public dash cams) | Not typically supported | Authorized public reporting devices feed the same dashboard (no alerts to public) |
| Stationary / portable units | Requires construction, power runs, and civil work | Prototype battery + solar units designed to mount on existing infrastructure |
| Scaling across the fleet | High per‑vehicle cost limits deployment to a subset of vehicles | Low marginal cost per additional device or authorized user |
| Time to deploy new units | Installation scheduling, vehicle downtime, specialized technicians | Install app, enroll device, configure dashboard – days, not months |
| Ongoing maintenance | Hardware service contracts, physical repairs, firmware updates | App and backend updates, centrally managed, minimal hardware servicing |
| Coverage model | Fixed number of vehicles and locations | Hybrid: vehicles, public dash cams, and portable stationary units |
Pricing details for software licensing and service will be provided directly to participating agencies. The key is that Mobile ALPR is designed to be dramatically more cost‑effective than traditional capital‑intensive hardware installations.
Discuss Pricing for Your Agency
We work with agencies to structure pricing around:
- Number of officers and vehicles using the app.
- Use of public reporting devices and portable units.
- Support, integration, and training requirements.
To receive draft pricing options or to discuss how Mobile ALPR could fit into your budget, please contact us directly.
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