Both are capable Paxton platforms, but they solve different operational problems. Use this guide to frame the design conversation—not to substitute for a site survey.
Side-by-side planning view
| Decision area | Net2 | Paxton10 |
|---|---|---|
| Primary model | Networked access control with Lite or Pro management software. | Web-based access control and video management in one platform. |
| Published scale | Up to 1,000 doors and 50,000 users. | Up to 100 sites, 1,000 doors, 1,000 cameras and 50,000 users. |
| Video strategy | Video may be integrated through supported partners/workflows; it is not the core combined platform. | Access and video are designed to share the Paxton10 interface and events. |
| Browser management | Net2Online requires Net2 Pro. | Web interface is a central part of the platform. |
| Credentials | Paxton and compatible reader/credential choices by selected hardware. | Encrypted cards/fobs plus compatible Bluetooth smartphone/watch workflows. |
| Wireless locks | PaxLock via the appropriate Net2 wireless architecture. | PaxLock via Paxton10 Wireless Connector. |
| Entry intercom | Paxton Entry can be deployed alongside Net2. | Paxton lists Entry within the Paxton10 ecosystem. |
| Best fit | Straightforward to advanced access-control sites that value modular door expansion. | Organizations prioritizing combined access/video, multi-site web management and mobile credentials. |
Do not overlook the existing controller generation
Questions that usually decide the platform
- Is combined access and video a primary operator requirement?
- How many sites, doors, cameras and users are expected now and in five years?
- Is browser-based multi-site management required?
- Are mobile/watch credentials approved by IT and HR?
- Which existing badges, readers, locks and door wiring can responsibly remain?
- Are PaxLock or Entry products part of the plan?
- Which fire, intrusion, elevator, HR or visitor systems must interface?
- What resilience, backup, retention and cybersecurity controls are required?
Our recommendation deliverable
Boston High Tech can provide an opening schedule, platform recommendation, riser/architecture concept, credential migration approach, network and power requirements, integration assumptions, phased budget options and an explicit list of exclusions. That lets the client compare systems on real operational requirements rather than marketing labels.
Manufacturer references
Product capabilities and compatibility were checked against Paxton’s official U.S. materials. Specifications, availability and software support can change; Boston High Tech confirms the current design before procurement.
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Plan a Paxton system around your doors—not a generic parts list
Boston High Tech surveys the openings, network, power, life-safety interfaces, credential population and operating workflow before finalizing equipment. We serve projects from our Charlotte headquarters and local client offices serving Massachusetts, New York and New Jersey. Visits are by appointment so the appropriate specialist is available.
How to compare and specify this product family
For Paxton Net2 vs. Paxton10 Comparison, the right model and architecture depend on the site, existing infrastructure and operating policy. A proposal should clearly document the following access-control system decisions before equipment is ordered:
- Number and type of controlled openings
- Controller, reader, lock and credential compatibility
- Cloud or on-premise administration and ownership
- Offline behavior, backup power and emergency operation
- Directory, HR, video, visitor and elevator integrations
- Licensing, cybersecurity, training and lifecycle support
Installation, testing and handoff
A site survey records each opening, door hardware, cable path, power, network, credential policy and integration requirement. The design then maps readers, controllers, locks, inputs, outputs and administrator roles to the operational workflow. Commissioning includes door-by-door functional tests, failure-mode and backup-power checks, permission and schedule tests, event verification, administrator training and as-built documentation. Product availability, subscriptions and supported integrations are confirmed for the current project before procurement.
Boston High Tech supports projects from its Charlotte headquarters and local client offices serving Massachusetts, New York and New Jersey.
Official Paxton software, firmware and support
Use the manufacturer links below for current software, firmware, release notes, manuals and technical resources. Boston High Tech links directly to official manufacturer portals and does not copy or host firmware files.
Before installing an update: verify the exact model, region, hardware revision, current version, required intermediate releases, licensing or support entitlement, backup and rollback plan, integrations and maintenance window. An incorrect firmware package or upgrade sequence can interrupt service, invalidate compatibility or prevent a downgrade. Coordinate updates for monitored, life-safety-adjacent or business-critical systems with the system administrator and an authorized specialist.
Some resources require a customer, dealer, certified-technician or active-support login. Cloud-managed products may update automatically and may not provide a public firmware file.