Kayder

What Kayder does

Kayder is a privately held, Sydney-based systems integrator specializing in residential and commercial automation, audio-visual, security, and lighting-control deployments. The company designs, installs, and commissions bespoke smart-home and commercial-AV solutions for luxury homeowners, multi-dwelling unit (MDU) developers, hospitality operators, and government/council clients across New South Wales, Victoria, Western Australia, the ACT, Queensland, and New Zealand. Three primary customer segments are served: high-net-worth homeowners in Sydney's premium suburbs; commercial and hospitality operators including the QT Hotels portfolio, clubs, restaurants, and entertainment venues; and property developers integrating standardized smart-home systems across hundreds of apartment units.

Name

Kayder

Legal name

Kayder

Website

https://kayder.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Kayder is a Sydney-based systems integrator designing, installing, and maintaining Crestron-based smart home and commercial AV solutions for luxury homeowners, MDU developers, hospitality operators, and government clients across Australia and New Zealand.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Caringbah

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Custom Smart Home System Design & Installation: Bespoke design, installation, and commissioning of integrated automation and AV systems for residential and commercial clients. Projects range from single-residence installations to large-scale multi-dwelling unit (MDU) deployments with hundreds of apartments.
2. Maintenance and Support Service Plans: Recurring service plans providing preventative monitoring, remote diagnostics, priority response, and on-site support for installed smart home and commercial systems. Three tiers: Standard, Preferred, and Premium with varying response times and support hours.
3. Smart Home Consultation and Showroom Access: Revenue generated through consultation appointments at the company's state-of-the-art showroom in Caringbah, where technology demonstrations facilitate sales for prospective residential and commercial clients.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Kayder designs, installs, and commissions integrated home automation, audio/video, lighting, shading, security, and networking systems for luxury residential, commercial, hospitality, and multi-dwelling unit (MDU) properties across Australia. The company specialises in unifying Crestron, Control4, KNX, Q-SYS, Inner Range and other vendor platforms into a single control ecosystem operated from touchpanels, keypads, smartphones, and voice, and supports installations through tiered maintenance service plans and an in-person showroom in Caringbah, NSW.

Product overview

Kayder is an award-winning home automation specialist in Sydney offering a portfolio of integrated technology services for residential, commercial, and multi-dwelling unit (MDU) properties. The core offering centres on a unified smart home ecosystem — built primarily on the Crestron Home System and Control4 platform — that integrates smart home automation, whole-home audio/video, security and surveillance, Wi-Fi/networking, lighting control, and motorised shading into a single, centralised control platform accessible via touchscreens, keypads, smartphones, and voice commands. Complementing the core platform, Kayder provides dedicated commercial AV solutions (distributed audio and video, digital signage, video conferencing, microphones), hospitality automation for hotels and venues, and MDU automation for apartment towers. The brand portfolio includes 20+ technology partners including Crestron, Control4, Sonos, QSC/Q-SYS, Martin Audio, Anthem, James Loudspeaker, Sonance, Velodyne, Axis, Hanwha Vision, Hikvision, Bosch, Inner Range (Integriti/Inception), Dynalite, Clipsal C-Bus, KNX, 2N, ekey, and Milestone. Kayder also operates a smart home showroom in Caringbah and offers three tiers of service and maintenance plans (Standard, Preferred, Premium) for ongoing client support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Smart Home Automation Bespoke design, installation, and commissioning of integrated home automation systems for luxury residential properties, centralising control of lighting, climate, AV, security, shading, and pool systems via touchpanels, keypads, smartphones, and voice.
• Residential Audio / Video Whole-home audio-visual integration for luxury residences covering home theatres, multi-room music, multi-room video, high-performance audio, hidden AV solutions, and motorised TV lifts.
• Residential Security Integrated residential security and surveillance solutions including CCTV, alarm systems, access control, intercoms, and video door stations.
• Residential Wi-Fi / Networking Enterprise-grade wireless networking and connectivity solutions for whole-home coverage, including high-performance access points for indoor and outdoor spaces.
• Residential Lighting Control Smart lighting design and control system installation including interfaces, processors, dimmer panels, and smart dimmers/switches for residential environments.
• Residential Motorised Shading Automated blinds, curtains, shades, and window treatments with scheduling, environmental triggers, and integration with home automation platforms.
• Commercial Audio / Video Professional AV solutions for commercial environments including distributed audio, distributed video, digital signage, video conferencing, microphones, outdoor audio, and commercial AV installations.
• Commercial Automation Integrated building control and industrial automation for commercial spaces using touch panels, tablets, and keypads to manage AV, lighting, climate, and shading systems.
• Hospitality Automation Integrated technology solutions for hotels and hospitality venues including background audio, lighting control, CCTV, access control, and conference room AV.
• MDU (Multi-Dwelling Unit) Automation Smart home and common-area automation systems designed for multi-dwelling residential developments, covering apartments, lobbies, leisure spaces, and carparks at scale.
• Service & Maintenance Plans Tiered recurring support plans (Standard, Preferred, Premium) offering preventative monitoring, priority response times, remote diagnostics, and on-site attendance for ongoing smart home and commercial system maintenance.
• Showroom Consultation Interactive smart home showroom in Caringbah, NSW offering demonstrations and personalised consultations for homeowners, designers, builders, and architects considering automation projects.

Quantifiable outcome

• One Sydney Harbour project: 800+ apartments across 3 towers with Crestron Home integration
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers18 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered primary, core and supporting.

• CrestronprimaryTechnology or IntegrationFlagship technology platform partner. Crestron provides the core home automation and commercial control platforms (Crestron Home, Crestron Sonnex, XiO Cloud) underpinning the majority of Kayder's residential, commercial, and MDU installations. Crestron manufactures in America and provides one-touch control of lighting, shades, thermostats, AV, and security systems.
• Control4coreTechnology or IntegrationAlternative home automation platform for personalized lifestyle control. Control4 connects devices throughout the home or business to work together, commanded via one-touch controls and scenes from remotes or smart devices. Featured in residential and integrated access control deployments.
• SonoscoreTechnology or IntegrationWireless multi-room audio platform integrated into Kayder's whole-home audio solutions. Sonos speakers provide music streaming and home cinema sound, controllable via voice or smart device. Featured in residential installations including Greenhills Beach project.
• QSC (QSC Audio)coreTechnology or IntegrationCommercial audio platform providing immersive cinema and high-fidelity audio environments. Q-SYS audio-over-IP system used in large commercial and hospitality installations including St. George Sailing Club, QT Melbourne, and Shellharbour City Council. QSC is trusted for scalable AV solutions with 50+ years of audio engineering.
• Martin AudiocoreTechnology or IntegrationProfessional sound systems provider for commercial and hospitality venues. Martin Audio loudspeakers featured in QT Melbourne installations, delivering cutting-edge sound for bars, rooftop areas, and public spaces. Known for advanced technology and innovative designs in live sound reproduction.
• Axis CommunicationscoreTechnology or IntegrationNetwork video surveillance and security solutions provider. Axis, the market leader in IP video, created the first-ever network camera in 1996 and offers scalable network surveillance, access control, and high-quality audio for security and ambiance. Founded in Sweden in 1984.
• 2NcoreTechnology or IntegrationIP intercom and access control specialist. 2N provides video intercom and door station solutions enabling homeowners and building managers to combine style and security with sleek, easy-to-use video communication systems. Answerable from anywhere via app. Featured in Vaucluse and Greenhills Beach projects.
• Inner Range (Inception / Integriti)coreTechnology or IntegrationAustralian-developed security and access control platforms. Inception supports up to 128 doors and 10,000 users with IP-based monitoring; Integriti is an enterprise platform supporting open standards including MIFARE DESFire credentials and biometric readers. Used in Headlands Hotel and St. George Sailing Club.
• KNXsupportingTechnology or IntegrationInternational building automation standard enabling seamless communication between devices such as lighting, security, HVAC, and more via a unified system. KNX eliminates complex wiring requirements and offers easy installation, security, and limitless personalization for residential and commercial automation.
• DynalitesupportingTechnology or IntegrationLeading-edge lighting control solutions known for flexibility, reliability, and superior performance in commercial and residential environments. Dynalite systems offer seamless integration with other automation products, enhancing energy efficiency and creating personalized lighting experiences.
• Clipsal C-BussupportingTechnology or IntegrationControl and management system providing sophisticated, streamlined solutions for automating residential and commercial environments. C-Bus offers seamless control of lighting, HVAC, security, and more, integrating devices onto a single platform for easy management and personalization.
• SonancesupportingTechnology or IntegrationHigh-quality audio systems designer for luxury homes and businesses, specializing in in-wall, in-ceiling, and outdoor landscape audio. Sonance acquired James Loudspeaker in 2019, expanding its custom and architectural audio capabilities. Features ultra-slim driver technology and minimal visual presence.
• James LoudspeakersupportingTechnology or IntegrationPremium audio engineering and installation solutions for luxury homes, marine, and commercial applications. Established in 1999, James Loudspeaker offers ultra-slim driver technology, adjustable frequency distribution, and quad-tweeter arrays for unprecedented sonic performance in indoor and outdoor environments.
• AnthemsupportingTechnology or IntegrationAward-winning audio brand with over two decades of in-house audio engineering. Anthem provides preamplifiers, amplifiers, and AV receivers for world-class home theatres and dedicated listening rooms, featuring proprietary room correction technology for optimized audio performance.
• HikvisionsupportingTechnology or IntegrationGlobal video surveillance provider with products deployed in 155+ countries. Hikvision IP cameras and vertical market solutions have been installed in notable facilities worldwide including Beijing Olympic Stadium and Brazil World Cup Stadium. Used in St. George Sailing Club installations.
• HanwhasupportingTechnology or IntegrationEnd-to-end advanced video surveillance solutions with AI-capable IP cameras, storage devices, monitors, and management software. Hanwha features world-class optical design and image processing for retail, transportation, education, banking, hospitality, and healthcare applications.
• Velodyne AcousticssupportingTechnology or IntegrationSubwoofer specialist founded in 1983, holding numerous patents in the low-frequency audio segment. Velodyne delivers unique low-frequency foundation for music, games, and movies, offering home entertainment at a high level of quality with detailed sound and rich bass reproduction.
• BoschsupportingTechnology or IntegrationSecurity and surveillance technology provider. Bosch high-definition cameras (130+ units) installed at QT Perth hotel, integrated with Bosch video management system providing 90-day recording. Bosch provides commercial-grade security solutions for hospitality venues.
• ElectrolightsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational award-winning lighting consultancy. Kayder collaborated with Electrolight on the Event Cinemas Miranda project to provide a unique application of Crestron lighting control managing 700+ Dali light fixtures — combining architectural lighting design with integrated automation.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Control4 (Snap One): Smart home platform vendor that directly licenses dealers and competes indirectly with integrators; a core technology partner to Kayder whose own dealer channel and ongoing platform roadmap shape the integration market.
• Vivint: US smart home and security services company providing integrated home automation at scale; a broader incumbent illustrating the consolidated-services model that could compete for adjacent customer segments in Australia over time.
• Crestron Electronics: Flagship automation platform vendor underpinning much of Kayder's installed base; competes at the upper end via direct customer relationships and shapes the economics and roadmap for Kayder's residential and commercial work.
• Savant: US-based premium smart home platform vendor competing for the same luxury residential integrator channel globally; comparable role to Crestron/Control4 in the integrator ecosystem.
• Programmed Electrical: Larger Australian electrical and maintenance services provider with smart home and AV integration capabilities; broader portfolio (commercial electrical, security, maintenance) but overlaps with Kayder on automation and AV delivery.

Direct peers

• Electronic Living: Australian smart home and AV integrator delivering Crestron-based residential and commercial automation projects; competes head-to-head with Kayder in the same luxury HNW and developer segments across Sydney and broader Australia.
• Definitive Audio: Melbourne-based high-end residential AV and smart home integrator; comparable custom installation and integration business model targeting premium residential and commercial clients in Australia.
• Visual Sound: Australian residential and commercial automation and AV integrator operating in a similar custom integration model with deep relationships across Australian architects and developers.
• LifeStyle Integrated: Queensland-based smart home, AV, and lighting automation integrator working with Crestron and Control4; directly comparable services for residential and commercial customers across Australia, similar project-based model.
• Network Audio Visual (NAV): Australian AV and integration specialist serving commercial and residential markets with design, installation, and programming services; directly comparable service offering and customer base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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