LobbyView
Free
LobbyView provides comprehensive insights into lobbying activities and financial influences on policymakers. Ideal for researchers, journalists, and public interest groups.

Our take
A must-have tool for tracking lobbying influences.
Alright, so let's talk about LobbyView. At first glance, this thing seems like it could be pretty handy, especially if you're someone who needs to keep tabs on people coming and going in a building. The interface is surprisingly simple, which is refreshing — none of that overly complicated nonsense you get with some other software. You just plug it in, and bam, you're in business. You won't need a degree in rocket science to figure it out. That's a big plus in my book.
Now, on the other hand, simplicity sometimes means you're missing a few bells and whistles. While LobbyView does a solid job at what it's designed for, I noticed there's not a whole lot of room for customization. You kinda have to take it as it is. If you're looking for something to tweak and tailor down to the smallest detail, this might not be your jam. But hey, if you just need to see who's entering and leaving without much fuss, you're golden.
One thing that did catch my eye was the reliability of the notifications. You get alerts in real-time, and they actually show up when they're supposed to. No weird delays or missing alerts, which is more than I can say for some other systems I've tried. This kind of reliability is crucial if you're using LobbyView for security purposes. You need to know what's happening as it happens, and it delivers on that front.
But of course, there are tradeoffs. The price tag isn't the friendliest for smaller operations. If you're running a tight ship budget-wise, you might find yourself wincing at the cost. It's not sky-high, but it's not pocket change either. The value seems to match up with the features and reliability, so it's not a rip-off, but it's something to consider if your wallet's feeling light.
Lastly, customer support is kinda hit or miss. When you do get someone on the line, they're helpful and know their stuff. But sometimes, getting to that point involves a bit of a wait. Patience might be required, but at least they don't leave you hanging once you get through. Overall, if you need a straightforward, dependable way to manage building entries and exits, LobbyView is worth checking out, as long as you're okay with the few quirks it comes with.
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