Frigate NVR vs Shinobi

September 23, 2024 | Author: Michael Stromann
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Frigate NVR
Frigate is an open source NVR built around real-time AI object detection. All processing is performed locally on your own hardware, and your camera feeds never leave your home.
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Shinobi
Shinobi is Open Source, written in Node.js, and real easy to use. It is the future of CCTV and NVR for developers and end-users alike. It is catered to by professionals and most importantly by the one who created it.

Frigate NVR and Shinobi are both open-source video surveillance self-hosted programs. They provide web-interface for control panel and viewing video feeds and can integrate AI for object detection and other smart features.

But Frigate NVR (launched in 2019) is more optimized for real-time object detection, particularly useful for home security setups with AI-based event detection. It relies on the Coral Edge TPU for AI processing. It's also used in setups where lower latency and high accuracy are critical.

Shinobi (2016) is a British product designed for both small-scale and large-scale video surveillance and is more suitable for business. Shinobi supports large number of cameras and provides flexible customization options, including plugins and scripting (for advanced users).

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Author: Michael Stromann
Michael is an expert in IT Service Management, IT Security and software development. With his extensive experience as a software developer and active involvement in multiple ERP implementation projects, Michael brings a wealth of practical knowledge to his writings. Having previously worked at SAP, he has honed his expertise and gained a deep understanding of software development and implementation processes. Currently, as a freelance developer, Michael continues to contribute to the IT community by sharing his insights through guest articles published on several IT portals. You can contact Michael by email stromann@liventerprise.com