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XProtect

byMilestone Systems
in Video Surveillance Management Systems
4.5

Overview

Product Information on XProtect

Updated 24th April 2025

What is XProtect?

XProtect is an open-platform video management software (VMS) that helps you protect assets and simplify operations in a centralized interface. Offering five variants based on organizational requirements and support needs, XProtect users can: stay protected and resilient with continual updates and robust cybersecurity; simplify security operations with a single interface that connects all cameras, sensors, analytics and sites; and grow their organization with a VMS that is compatible with over 14,000 cameras and devices. Offering seamless integration with current and emerging technologies, XProtect empowers you to meet critical compliance standards as you evolve. Some of the most-used features include Smart Map, which uses location mapping to visualize the elements of your surveillance system with geographical, accurate, real-world imagery; Alarm Manager which enables prompt response and incident management; and Evidence Lock, which ensures the integrity of your video evidence so it can confidently be used in legal proceedings.

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Overall experience with XProtect

IT Associate
1B - 3B USD, Transportation
FAVORABLE

“Strong and scalable platform, but no purchasing deals and tech issues hard to track”

4.0
May 22, 2026
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Director of Operations
250M - 500M USD, Real Estate
CRITICAL

“Limited Page Customization Prevents Viewing Multiple NVR Feeds Simultaneously”

3.0
Oct 27, 2025
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About Company

Company Description

Updated 13th October 2023

Milestone Systems provides video management software (VMS) that enables users to secure people and property in many industries around the world, including healthcare, hospitality, law enforcement, education, casinos and cities. Milestone has reliably served the market for over 25 years and completed over 500,000 installations worldwide. The company uses technology to empower industries and people in an ethical and responsible manner, and complies with industry standards such as the GDPR and the FIPS 140-2. Because Milestone values freedom and flexibility, the software provided is open platform, scalable, and can be integrated into new as well as existing systems. In addition to ensuring security, Milestone’s offerings can also be used to optimize business operations through the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and video analytics. They can also be used to perform functions such as access control. Technical support is available in 14 languages around the globe.

Company Details

Updated 26th February 2025
Company type
Public
Year Founded
1998
Head office location
Copenhagen, Denmark
Number of employees
1000 - 2499
Parent Company
Canon
Website
https://milestone.dk

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XProtect Reviews and Ratings

4.5

(83 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

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  • IT Associate
    1B-10B USD
    Transportation
    Review Source

    Strong and scalable platform, but no purchasing deals and tech issues hard to track

    4.0
    May 22, 2026
    Milestone XProtect has been a solid and reliable VMS platform for security purposes in our facilities. Its ability to integrate existing cameras and the multisite capabilities is a big advantage that allowed to scale effectively across our organization
  • IT Associate
    1B-10B USD
    Transportation
    Review Source

    Strong and scalable platform, but no purchasing deals and tech issues hard to track

    4.0
    May 22, 2026
    Milestone XProtect has been a solid and reliable VMS platform for security purposes in our facilities. Its ability to integrate existing cameras and the multisite capabilities is a big advantage that allowed to scale effectively across our organization
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Reviewer Insights for: XProtect
Performance of XProtect Across Market Features

XProtect Likes & Dislikes

Like

Hardware versatility, multisite native capability, granular permissions

Like

Hardware versatility, multisite native capability, granular permissions

Like

Hardware versatility, multisite native capability, granular permissions

Dislike

I don't like that I can't put multiple NVR's on one page and choose which feeds to watch.

Dislike

I don't like that I can't put multiple NVR's on one page and choose which feeds to watch.

Dislike

I don't like that I can't put multiple NVR's on one page and choose which feeds to watch.