Tool Comparison
Compare terrain-aware planning approaches
Many camera design tools assume flat terrain. SighThor previews terrain masking against the selected source, with nominal results that still require field validation.
Feature Matrix
Feature-by-feature comparison
How SighThor compares to JVSG, IPVM Calculator, and CCTV Design Tool across the capabilities that matter for professional camera system design.
| Feature | SighThor | JVSG | IPVM | CCTV Design Tool |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Web-based (no install) | Yes | |||
| Source-labelled terrain preview | Yes | |||
| Terrain-masked coverage | Yes | |||
| DORI zones (IEC 62676-4) | Yes | |||
| 3D visualization | Yes | |||
| Drone LOS planning | Yes | |||
| KML / Google Earth export | Yes | |||
| PDF reports | Yes | |||
| Camera database | 1,000+ | 5,000+ | 10,000+ | 16,000+ |
| Night / IR mode | Planned | |||
| Floor plan import | Coming soon | |||
| Bill of Materials | Yes | |||
| Mobile app | Coming soon | Coming soon | ||
| Fresnel zone analysis | Yes | |||
| Earth curvature modeling | Yes |
The Terrain Advantage
What only SighThor can do
Every other tool on this list assumes the world is flat. SighThor is the only camera design tool that works with the terrain, not against it.
Source-Labelled Terrain Preview
SighThor can preview selected terrain sources and their limitations. Coverage quality varies by source, resolution, date, and location.
Terrain-Masked Coverage Zones
The beta can preview terrain-masked nominal polygons. It does not prove what a camera will see after installation.
Fresnel Zone & Earth Curvature
The beta can model Fresnel clearance and earth-curvature assumptions for planning comparison; source and field validation remain required.
Pricing
Transparent pricing, compared
SighThor offers a permanent free tier and competitive Pro pricing. No bundled memberships, no desktop-only lock-in.
| Tool | Free Tier | Paid Plans | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| SighThor | Free (3 cameras) | $29/mo or $249/yr | No credit card required |
| JVSG | Trial only | €30/mo (€360/yr) — €60/mo (€720/yr) | Windows desktop only |
| IPVM Calculator | 4 cameras + 1-min timer | $199/yr (bundled with IPVM membership) | No standalone purchase |
| CCTV Design Tool | Free (3 cameras, watermark) | $12/mo or $58/yr | Largest camera database |
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Place up to 3 cameras and compare nominal coverage against the selected terrain source before field validation.
Turn a site brief into an inspectable planning draft.
Start with terrain-aware geometry, then review every source, limitation and field check.