arecont vision costar

What arecont vision costar does

Arecont Vision Costar, LLC (AV Costar) is a US-based designer and manufacturer of surveillance hardware and software, operating as a privately held subsidiary of Costar Technologies, Inc. (NYSE American: CSTI). The company was launched in July 2018 when Costar acquired the assets of the original Arecont Vision (founded 2003), inheriting a longstanding franchise in megapixel IP cameras. AV Costar sells the "Total Video Solution," which bundles two camera families — the higher-end MegaIP line built on proprietary 5th-generation FPGA-based Massively Parallel Image Processing (MPIP) architecture, and the cost-optimized ConteraIP line built on System-on-a-Chip technology — with cloud-enabled video management software (ConteraVMS), subscription web services (ConteraWS), and cloud-managed NVR servers (ConteraCMR). Products carry 1.2MP to 40MP resolution, ONVIF S & G compliance, IP66/IK-10 environmental ratings, and NIST-compliant encryption, with most MegaIP cameras Made-in-USA.

AV Costar generates revenue primarily through hardware sales of cameras and NVRs, complemented by annual subscription licenses for ConteraVMS (Standard, Premium, Professional tiers) and ConteraWS cloud services, plus accessories. Pricing is governed by a Minimum Advertised Pricing (MAP) policy set at no less than 90% of MSRP, with a Project Registration System providing price-protected quotes for registered projects. The company operates exclusively through a channel partner model — authorized resellers, dealers, internet sellers, systems integrators, and distributors — and supports a Technology Partner Program covering 120+ VMS, analytics, and infrastructure partners validated through the MegaLab testing facility in Glendale, California. End customers span transportation/aviation (Manchester-Boston Regional Airport), healthcare (Merck Mexico, healthcare facilities), government and corrections (Dubai Courts, City of Mankato, Roumieh Prison Lebanon), education (Ottawa School District), industrial (BASF China, Dahl Automotive), hospitality (Aloft Dubai), retail/grocery (King Soopers), and large venues (MetLife Stadium, Monterey Bay Aquarium), with international case studies across the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. The company's headquarters and R&D/manufacturing are in Glendale, California, with corporate operations also referenced in Coppell, Texas.

Name

arecont vision costar

Legal name

Arecont Vision Costar, LLC

Website

https://arecontvisioncostar.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Arecont Vision Costar (AV Costar) is a US-based subsidiary of Costar Technologies that designs and manufactures megapixel IP cameras, video management software, and cloud-managed NVRs sold exclusively through channel partners to enterprise, government, healthcare, transportation, and industrial security end users globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Video Surveillance Hardware and Software

NAICS

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (334310), Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (3343)

SIC

Photographic Equipment & Supplies (3861)

akta.pro primary industry

Cloud Video Surveillance (VSaaS) Setup & Management (HSAHACAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Audio, Imaging & Multimedia SoCs (ISP/Codec/Display) (HDAHABAH), Video Surveillance (CCTV/VMS) System Integration (BPAKAGAA), Video Surveillance & Security Analytics (HDAAAEAE)

Keywords

• Megapixel IP cameras
• Video surveillance systems
• Network video recorders
• Video management software
• Multi-sensor panoramic cameras

Headquarters

HQ city

Glendale

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Megapixel IP Cameras: Sale of MegaIP and ConteraIP series megapixel cameras including single-sensor, dual-sensor, and multi-sensor configurations. Cameras range from 1.2MP to 40MP resolution.
2. Cloud-Managed Recorders (ConteraCMR): Sale of NVR appliances and servers including NVR Appliance (up to 24 channels), Micro NVR Server (up to 96 channels), Compact NVR Server (up to 128 channels), and High Performance NVR Server (up to 128 channels).
3. Video Management Software (ConteraVMS): Traditional local or advanced cloud video management system software offered in Standard (up to 16 cameras), Premium (up to 64 cameras), and Professional (up to 128 cameras) license tiers.
4. Web Services (ConteraWS): Cloud-based centralized management system providing video access, user management, cloud storage, and sharing. 30-day free trial available with 4 channels of Professional Level license.
5. Accessories: Sale of accessories including lenses, housings, IR illuminators, junction boxes, and miscellaneous components.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Arecont Vision Costar designs, manufactures, and sells the Total Video Solution for professional video surveillance: MegaIP and ConteraIP single-, dual-, and multi-sensor megapixel IP cameras (1.2MP to 40MP), ConteraVMS cloud-enabled video management software with tiered licensing, ConteraWS recurring cloud web services, and ConteraCMR cloud-managed NVR appliances and servers. Products are distributed exclusively through authorized resellers, integrators, and distributors to enterprise, government, and institutional buyers across multiple vertical markets.

Product overview

AV Costar (Arecont Vision Costar) offers the Total Video Solution, a unified platform combining two families of megapixel IP cameras (MegaIP and ConteraIP), cloud-enabled video management software (ConteraVMS), recurring revenue web services (ConteraWS), and cloud managed NVRs (ConteraCMR). MegaIP cameras leverage proprietary FPGA-based Massively Parallel Image Processing (MPIP) architecture for maximum cybersecurity, while ConteraIP cameras use System on a Chip (SoC) technology for affordability. The solution supports ONVIF compliance and a unified API for integration with third-party VMS platforms. Products include various form factors: bullet (MegaView, MegaBall), dome (MegaDome, MicroDome), panoramic (SurroundVideo), and omni-directional (SurroundVideo Omni, MicroDome Duo) cameras ranging from 1.2MP to 40MP resolution.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• MegaIP Cameras

Quantifiable outcome

• 40MP resolution available in Mega SurroundVideo panoramic cameras
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability5 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Costar Technologies, Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2018AV Costar is a subsidiary of Costar Technologies, Inc., which acquired Arecont Vision LLC assets in July 2018. Costar Technologies provides expertise and resources to AV Costar while AV Costar brings advanced video surveillance hardware and software to the market. The acquisition combined Arecont Vision's megapixel video leadership (since 2003) with Costar's resources.
• Technology Partner Program MemberscoreTechnology or IntegrationAV Costar's Technology Partner Program includes VMS/video partners, analytics manufacturers, and Infrastructure Partners (PSIM, servers, storage, network infrastructure, wireless, cybersecurity, structured cabling, illumination, optics, enclosures, utility software, and accessories). Partners validate products through MegaLab testing facility.
• Video Management System (VMS) PartnerscoreTechnology or IntegrationVMS partners develop and maintain custom drivers for AV Costar cameras using the unified API. Most partners take advantage of the Future Proof feature ensuring cameras released in the future will work on existing drivers.
• MegaLab Partner TestingcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology Partner Program members use the MegaLab facility for certification and testing. Over 120 AV Costar cameras are available in the facility along with complete infrastructure including VMS software, monitors, NVRs, servers, storage, and network switches.
• Channel Partner Program MemberscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAV Costar Reseller Partner Program members can leverage the MegaLab for their own configuration, validation, and testing purposes in support of registered projects and installation of AV Costar cameras.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Axis Communications: A leading global manufacturer of network/IP cameras and video surveillance solutions, including multi-sensor panoramic cameras. Direct overlap with AV Costar's MegaIP and ConteraIP camera portfolios and shared focus on ONVIF-compliant enterprise video.
• Hanwha Vision (formerly Hanwha Techwin / Wisenet): Global IP camera and video surveillance manufacturer offering megapixel, multi-sensor, and panoramic cameras with integrated VMS/NVR solutions, competing head-to-head with AV Costar across enterprise and government verticals.
• Pelco (Motorola Solutions): Long-established IP and panoramic camera manufacturer serving government, commercial, and industrial surveillance markets. Competes directly with AV Costar's MegaIP and SurroundVideo multi-sensor lines.
• Avigilon (Motorola Solutions): High-definition IP camera and video management platform vendor focused on enterprise and government. Directly comparable to AV Costar on megapixel camera technology, VMS software, and analytics.
• VIVOTEK: Taiwan-based IP surveillance camera manufacturer with strong multi-sensor and panoramic offerings. Competes with AV Costar in megapixel network cameras and integrated surveillance solutions globally.

Broad incumbents

• Hikvision: The world's largest video surveillance equipment manufacturer with broad IP camera, NVR, and VMS offerings. Competes with AV Costar on price, scale, and global reach across the same end markets.
• Dahua Technology: Global manufacturer of video surveillance products including IP cameras, recorders, and VMS platforms. Competes with AV Costar on megapixel/IP camera specifications and price-sensitive enterprise and government bids.
• Bosch Security Systems: Large diversified security manufacturer offering IP cameras, video management, and analytics. Overlaps with AV Costar in megapixel cameras and integrated video solutions for enterprise and government customers.

Others

• IDIS: Korean surveillance manufacturer and sister entity to AV Costar via the Costar Technologies parent ecosystem (IDIS Americas, Inc.). Adjacent competitor in IP cameras and VMS with shared corporate parent.

Emerging players

• Eagle Eye Networks: Cloud-native VSaaS platform that integrates third-party IP cameras including a prior partnership with Arecont Vision. Comparable to AV Costar's ConteraWS cloud and ConteraVMS subscription strategy in cloud video management.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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