Kentix
Kentix GmbH is a German subsidiary of ASSA ABLOY Group that provides KentixONE, an IoT-based on-premise platform consolidating eight physical security systems (access control, intrusion, environmental, fire, power, network, video) into one subscription-licensed system with integrated hardware. It serves enterprises, data centers, critical infrastructure operators, and SMBs primarily across DACH and selectively in Europe.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2010
- HeadquartersTrier, Germany
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingSoftware
What Kentix does
Kentix GmbH is a German physical security technology company and wholly-owned subsidiary of ASSA ABLOY Group that develops and sells an IoT-based unified security platform called KentixONE. KentixONE consolidates eight traditionally separate security functions — access control, intrusion alarm, environmental monitoring, early fire detection, power distribution, external fault reporting, network monitoring, and video surveillance — into a single on-premise platform that monitors over 40 hazards and runs either on a SiteManager hardware appliance or as a Docker container. The product portfolio spans SmartAccess (RFID readers, BLE door knobs/handles, network rack handles, AccessManager controllers), SmartMonitoring (MultiSensor PIR and MultiSensor-TI thermal imaging devices with 4-factor fire detection), SmartPDU (intelligent rack PDUs from 2-47U), SmartVideo (network cameras), and the iDFace Max biometric facial recognition terminal. The platform exposes REST APIs, SNMP, Modbus, and webhooks, and integrates with LDAP/Active Directory, PRTG, Nagios, CheckMK, and SIP-based intercom systems.
Kentix monetizes through a hybrid hardware-plus-subscription model: physical sensors, controllers, and appliances are sold as one-time purchases through the online shop and partner channel, while KentixONE software is sold as a 12-month subscription across four tiers (Small up to 250 physical/500 virtual devices, Medium, Large, and Enterprise with unlimited devices and Docker deployment). The company operates a hybrid go-to-market combining direct inside sales covering DACH and international markets, dedicated Key Account Managers for enterprise accounts, a Business Development Manager focused on data centers, and the Kentix Partner Power channel program for system integrators and installers. Customers span automotive (Volkswagen, Magna), defense/government (Bundeswehr, BWI), energy (EnBW, EVM, Stadtwerke Gießen), telecommunications (Telia, Arelion, Teutel), retail (EDEKA), logistics (Kuehne+Nagel), data centers (DeRZ, windCORES, Prior1), and SMB/coworking (The Pier, German Mining Museum). Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, and the company places significant emphasis on regulatory compliance positioning around ISO 27001, ISO 22237, NIS-2, and CER directives.
Kentix firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Kentix
- Legal name
- Kentix GmbH
- Website
- https://kentix.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2010
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Kentix GmbH is a German subsidiary of ASSA ABLOY Group that provides KentixONE, an IoT-based on-premise platform consolidating eight physical security systems (access control, intrusion, environmental, fire, power, network, video) into one subscription-licensed system with integrated hardware. It serves enterprises, data centers, critical infrastructure operators, and SMBs primarily across DACH and selectively in Europe.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Kentix industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Physical Security Platform
- NAICS
- Security Systems Services (56162), Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)
- SIC
- Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Policy, Access & NAC Administration (AAA/802.1X) (HDAFAMAH)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Fault & Performance Monitoring (SNMP/Telemetry/APM for Networks) (HDAFAMAA), Instrumentation, Controls & Automation (DCS/PLC/SCADA, SIS, Metering) (EUAEAFAC)
Keywords
Where Kentix is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Trier
- HQ country
- Germany
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
Kentix business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Software
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations
Revenue model
- KentixONE Software Subscriptions: KentixONE platform is sold as a subscription (12-month term) with four tiers: Small (up to 250 devices), Medium, Large, and Enterprise. Each tier includes different feature sets including online software updates, custom dashboards, LDAP, geo-based weather data, graphical visualization, rack visualization, group-based user management, door interlock control, anti-pass-back, SiteManager redundancy, and varying support levels (Standard vs. Prioritized). A KentixONE license is required once per project, activated on the main device, with satellite devices requiring no additional activation.
- Physical Security Hardware Products: Hardware products including MultiSensors (KMS-LAN, KMS-TI), DoorLock access components (WA, RA, LE, DC series), SmartPDU rack power distribution units, SmartVideo network cameras and recorders, and accessories (I/O modules, leakage sensors, transponders, mounting hardware). Hardware is sold as one-time product purchases through the online shop or via partner channel. Prices displayed as 'Price after login' indicating B2B quote-based pricing.
- SiteManager Hardware Appliance: SiteManager hardware appliance (KSM-DR-02) serves as the hardware platform for KentixONE, managing up to 500 devices. Sold as hardware alongside the software subscription. Includes integrated redundancy module with two power supplies and SMS capability via included SIM card.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Annual | Small - for projects up to 250 physical and 500 virtual devices |
| Subscription | Annual | Medium - for medium-sized environments |
| Subscription | Annual | Large - for large environments |
| Subscription | Annual | Enterprise - for very large environments with unlimited devices |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels8 records
Kentix product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Kentix sells the KentixONE software platform — deployable on-premise as a SiteManager hardware appliance or Docker container — which consolidates eight traditional physical security systems (Access Control, Intrusion Alarm, Environmental Monitoring, Early Fire Detection, Power Distribution, External Fault Reports, Network Monitoring, Video Surveillance) into a single platform monitoring over 40 hazards. The company also sells proprietary hardware (MultiSensors with up to 9 integrated sensors, DoorLock access components, SmartPDU rack power distribution units, iDFace Max biometric terminals, network cameras, sirens, I/O modules) that connects to the KentixONE software via Ethernet/PoE, BLE, or 868 MHz radio, and is offered to enterprises, data centers, critical infrastructure operators, and system integrators primarily across DACH and internationally.
Product overview
Kentix is a Physical Security Platform provider offering an integrated 8-in-1 system (KentixONE) that consolidates Access Control, Intrusion Alarm, Environmental Monitoring, Early Fire Detection, Power Distribution, External Fault Reports, Network Monitoring, and Video Surveillance. The product portfolio includes SmartAccess (wall readers, rack handles, door knobs/handles with RFID/BLE connectivity), SmartMonitoring (MultiSensors with PIR/thermal imaging, I/O modules, sirens), SmartPDU (intelligent rack PDUs 2-47U), and SmartVideo (network cameras). Key products include the iDFace Max biometric facial recognition terminal, MultiSensor-TI with 4-factor early fire detection, and various DoorLock access control devices. All products integrate via KentixONE software platform running on-site as SiteManager hardware or Docker container.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- KentixONE: Central software platform for all Kentix installations, combining SmartAccess, SmartMonitoring, SmartPDU, and SmartVideo in a single unified environment.
- SmartAccess
- SmartMonitoring
- SmartPDU
- SmartVideo
- iDFace Max
Products and services
- KentixONE Software Platform Central on-premise software platform (deployed as SiteManager hardware appliance or Docker container) that consolidates eight traditional security systems — Access Control, Intrusion Alarm, Environmental Monitoring, Early Fire Detection, Power Distribution, External Fault Reports, Network Monitoring, and Video Surveillance — into a single Physical Security Platform monitoring over 40 hazards. Sold as a 12-month subscription in Small/Medium/Large/Enterprise tiers.
- SiteManager Hardware Appliance (KSM-DR-02) Hardware appliance running KentixONE software, managing up to 500 LAN/radio devices with integrated redundancy (two power supplies) and SMS capability via included SIM card. Supports DIN rail or 19-inch rack mounting.
- MultiSensor with Thermal Image (KMS-TI) MultiSensor with integrated thermal imaging sensor for early fire detection and room monitoring. Monitors up to 20 threats across 40m² area. Available in 40° and 90° variants with BLE wireless option.
- MultiSensor with PIR Sensor (KMS-LAN) Network-compatible MultiSensor for complete room monitoring of up to 19 threats with 360° PIR motion detection, 3-axis G-sensor, and BLE radio gateway function.
- iDFace Max (KXC-WA10-IP1) Biometric facial recognition access control terminal with dual-camera system (RGB + IR/depth), liveness detection, up to 50,000 user face capacity, 3-factor authentication (face, RFID, PIN), integrated SIP client door intercom, IP65 rating, and 7-inch touchscreen display. On-device encrypted template storage (GDPR-friendly).
- SmartAccess DoorLock Components Complete access control product line of locking components including wall readers (DoorLock-WA series with RFID and PIN), network rack handles (DoorLock-RA4), door handles (DoorLock-LE), and battery-operated radio door knobs (DoorLock-DC with BLE/868MHz). Supports MIFARE DESFire, RFID, PIN, and smartphone/smartwatch credentials with LDAP/Active Directory integration.
- SmartMonitoring Sensors and Actuators Environmental and safety surveillance product line including MultiSensors (with PIR or thermal imaging), Digital I/O modules, leakage sensors, temperature sensors, and network sirens connected via Ethernet (PoE) or BLE radio.
- SmartPDU (Intelligent Rack PDU) Intelligent rack PDUs from 2-47U combining power monitoring and power distribution in IT/OT racks. cXale variants feature configurable outlet types (C14/C16, C20/C22) for flexible device compatibility.
- SmartVideo Network Cameras and Recorders Network cameras and video recorders for video surveillance integration with KentixONE platform, supporting video feeds in dashboards and recording capabilities.
- AccessManager (KXP) Control unit for wired DoorLock components (wall readers and rack locks), supporting up to 16 rack handles or 4 wall readers with 2 relay outputs and 2 digital inputs. Includes integrated PoE splitter (24VDC/0.5A), integrated KentixONE software, and DIN rail mounting.
- Network Siren (KFLASH) Network alarm siren with PoE, RGB LED, and multi-tone buzzer up to 100dB. Features adjustable sound signals, separate RGB LED control, IP43 rating, and operating temperature range of -20°C to +70°C.
- Digital I/O Module (KIO) I/O expansion module with Ethernet (PoE) for connecting external alarm messages. Available in variants with 16 digital inputs, 8 inputs/8 outputs, or 8 analog inputs/4 digital outputs. Configured via KentixONE.
Quantifiable outcome
- Up to 50% cost reduction compared to conventional multi-system security approaches
- +5 more outcomes
Companies that use Kentix
Customer profileNamed customers25 records
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
Kentix technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- Yes
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration8 records
AI capability4 records
Feature6 records
Kentix partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Three partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.
- ASSA ABLOY GroupflagshipKentix GmbH is part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, a global leader in access solutions. This parent company relationship provides Kentix with the backing and resources of one of the world's largest door and access solution manufacturers, while Kentix operates as a specialized IoT-based physical security platform provider within the group.
- Kentix Partner Power ProgramcoreKentix Partner Power is the company's channel partner program for system integrators, integrators, and installers. Partners receive exclusive benefits in the partner shop, margin opportunities, technical support, and direct contacts. The program enables partners to resell and deploy Kentix physical security solutions to end customers.
- TekletminorKentix and Teklet are exhibiting together at the Datacenter Forum 2026 in Copenhagen (September 24, 2026). This represents a co-marketing and co-exhibition partnership for the Nordic data center market.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Kentix competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Genetec: Genetec provides unified security management software (Security Center) combining video surveillance, access control and intrusion detection — the closest platform-level analog to KentixONE's 8-in-1 approach, competing for the same IT/data-center and enterprise security buyers.
- LenelS2 (Carrier): LenelS2 is a leading access-control platform (OnGuard / NetBox) serving enterprise and critical infrastructure customers. It directly overlaps Kentix's SmartAccess + KentixONE access-control capabilities and competes for the same integrator-driven deployments.
- Raritan (Legrand): Raritan is a leading provider of intelligent rack PDUs and environmental sensors for data centers, directly competing with Kentix's SmartPDU and SmartMonitoring offerings for the same data-center infrastructure buyers.
- Vertiv (Geist): Vertiv's Geist line delivers environmental monitoring and rack-level power intelligence for data centers, overlapping directly with Kentix's MultiSensor and SmartPDU products in mission-critical IT environments.
- Identiv: Identiv provides physical access control, RFID and IoT security solutions with a comparable product breadth across readers, credentials and software — directly competing with SmartAccess and iDFace Max in physical-access use cases.
Broad incumbents
- Axis Communications: Axis is a major network-camera and IoT-security vendor with an open-platform approach (ACAP) and broad enterprise footprint. It overlaps with Kentix's SmartVideo product line and competes in IT/data-center physical-security deployments.
- Bosch Security Systems: Bosch offers a broad integrated security portfolio (video, intrusion, access control, fire) targeting commercial and critical-infrastructure customers. It competes with Kentix across multiple product lines as a much larger incumbent.
- Honeywell Commercial Security: Honeywell provides integrated physical security and building-management solutions with global reach. It is a broad incumbent competing with KentixONE for enterprise and critical-infrastructure security budgets.
- Johnson Controls (Security): Johnson Controls delivers integrated building security, access control and video management as part of its broader smart-building portfolio. It is a broad incumbent competing for the same enterprise and critical-infrastructure physical-security RFPs.
Emerging players
- Brivo: Brivo is a cloud-native access-control and physical-security platform competing with Kentix's SmartAccess + KentixONE access capabilities, particularly for SMB and multi-site cloud-first deployments.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
Kentix social profiles
Digital presenceKentix compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance8 records
Kentix financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Kentix leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles6 records
Kentix funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Kentix M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about Kentix
What does Kentix do?
Kentix sells the KentixONE software platform — deployable on-premise as a SiteManager hardware appliance or Docker container — which consolidates eight traditional physical security systems (Access Control, Intrusion Alarm, Environmental Monitoring, Early Fire Detection, Power Distribution, External Fault Reports, Network Monitoring, Video Surveillance) into a single platform monitoring over 40 hazards. The company also sells proprietary hardware (MultiSensors with up to 9 integrated sensors, DoorLock access components, SmartPDU rack power distribution units, iDFace Max biometric terminals, network cameras, sirens, I/O modules) that connects to the KentixONE software via Ethernet/PoE, BLE, or 868 MHz radio, and is offered to enterprises, data centers, critical infrastructure operators, and system integrators primarily across DACH and internationally.
Is Kentix a public or private company?
Kentix is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Kentix founded?
Kentix was founded in 2010. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Kentix based?
Kentix is headquartered in Trier, Germany, in the Europe region.
How does Kentix make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. KentixONE Software Subscriptions are the primary driver. The others are physical Security Hardware Products and siteManager Hardware Appliance.
Who are Kentix's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Genetec, LenelS2 (Carrier), Raritan (Legrand), Vertiv (Geist) and Identiv. Broad incumbents are Axis Communications, Bosch Security Systems, Honeywell Commercial Security and Johnson Controls (Security). Brivo is listed as an emerging player.
Does Kentix have an API?
Yes. Kentix provides a REST API for integration with other systems. The API is based on JSON objects over HTTPS and is described as a de facto industry standard. It supports SNMP V2/3 with Standard MIB, Modbus TCP/RTU, webhooks (JSON, XML, CSV), and API for IP Cameras. Additionally, KentixONE supports virtual sensors via REST API, and MultiSensor devices can be integrated with network monitoring systems (PRTG, Nagios, CheckMK) via SNMP-V2/3 or REST-API. Developer documentation is at docs.kentix.com/smartapi/latest/doc.
What industry is Kentix in?
Kentix's product category is Physical Security Platform. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HDAFAMAH, Policy, Access & NAC Administration (AAA/802.1X), with a secondary code of HDAFAMAA, Fault & Performance Monitoring (SNMP/Telemetry/APM for Networks). Its NAICS code is 56162 and its SIC code is 3823.