The Better Choice for Guest & Visitor Parking

ParqEx vs. AirGarage

If your property hosts residents, guests, or commercial visitors, you need more than just a pay-to-park solution. While AirGarage offers a hands-off, outsourced model for surface lots, ParqEx empowers property managers with real-time control, guest access, enforcement, and monetization — all from a flexible, white-labeled platform.

ParqEx's Smart Parking Technology

ParqEx Enforcement vs. iParq

ParqEx Guest Parking Overview

ParqEx is a guest parking platform built for real estate. With Access+ smart entry, license plate recognition (LPR), and in-house enforcement tools, it gives property managers full visibility and control. From monetization to QR guest flows, ParqEx supports HOAs, apartments, hotels, and gated garages — all under your brand.

Key Features:

  • Smart gate/garage control with Access+
  • Guest & resident permits with scheduling
  • Real-time enforcement via Enforcer App
  • LPR-based access & logging
  • Public monetization via Parking Marketplace
  • White-labeled portals & QR validation workflows
  • Admin dashboard with pricing, rules, and reporting

Ideal For:

  • HOAs, gated condos, apartments
  • Hotels and short-term guest parking
  • Mixed-use retail/residential spaces
  • Commercial garages and event lots
  • Property managers and REITs

Feature Comparison

ParqEx

AirGarage

Primary Model

Owner-managed SaaS platform with hardware integrations
Full-service, outsourced lot operator

Supported Property Types

Residential, mixed-use, commercial, HOAs, hotels, garages
Open surface lots, commercial/retail, churches, campuses

Digital Guest Passes

Yes – Instant, scheduled, free or paid
Yes – Register via mobile site upon entry

Free / Paid Parking Control

Yes – Custom rules by time, user type, or space
Yes – Typically pay-to-park, with fixed or dynamic pricing

Gated Garage / Access Control

Yes – Native Access+ hardware + LPR for gate/door control
No – Does not integrate with gate arms or garage doors

License Plate Recognition (LPR)

Yes – Native LPR for access and enforcement
Yes – LPR used for compliance and ticketing

QR Code Workflows

Yes – For validations, bookings, retail guests, hotels, contractors
No – Guests register or pay via sign link

Marketplace Monetization

Yes – Rent out unused spaces to public, hourly/monthly
Yes – But AirGarage collects revenue and remits portion to owner

Enforcement Capabilities

Yes – Enforcer App: tickets, towing, violation tracking
Yes – AirGarage handles all enforcement, including tickets and tows

White Label Branding

Yes – Custom landing pages, signs, QR flows
No – AirGarage branded system and signage

Resident Parking Support

Yes – Resident registration, vehicle rules, access control
No – Designed for public/transient parking, not residential tenants

Data & Control for Managers

Yes – Real-time dashboard, pricing control, user management
Limited – AirGarage controls pricing, enforcement, branding

Mobile & Web Apps

iOS/Android apps + web portals for guests, admins, enforcers
No app – mobile web only for users; admin access via dashboard

ParqEx vs. AirGarage: Real-World Property Scenarios

ParqEx is built for real-world complexity across residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties. Unlike Parking Boss, which is focused primarily on HOAs and apartments, ParqEx delivers powerful access control, live enforcement, and monetization for any type of property — from condos to commercial garages and hotels.

Platform Comparison

ParqEx

AirGarage

HOA or Condo with Guest Quotas

Supports quotas, guest-specific rules, LPR enforcement, and digital tracking.
No support for unit-based guest quotas or resident-based control.

Apartment Building with Secure Garage

Integrated gate control via Access+, QR, remote unlock, and LPR.
No native garage or gate integration.

Hotel or Short-Term Rental Guest Parking

Pre-scheduled permits, QR guest entry, white-labeled branded workflows.
No short-stay guest flows or hospitality integrations.

Retail or Restaurant Parking with Time Limits

QR-based time validation, 2-hour free parking, auto-enforced overstays.
No validation, overstay detection, or QR workflows.

Commercial Office or Mixed-Use Property

Multi-user rules, tenant dashboards, monetization, and enforcement.
Built for public lots only; not tenant- or resident-focused.

Event or Overflow Parking Monetization

Dynamic pricing, public listings, enforcement tools, full control.
AirGarage sets pricing and manages demand; no property-level controls.

Enforced, Gated Lot with Security Staff

LPR entry, gate logs, Enforcer app, live alerts, towing integration.
No live permit enforcement or internal enforcement system.

Key Distinctions

  • You manage it, not them: ParqEx puts you in control of pricing, enforcement, access, and branding — unlike AirGarage’s hands-off model.
  • Built for secure and gated properties: ParqEx works seamlessly with garages, LPR cameras, and gates. AirGarage doesn’t support gated or private access points.
  • Real enforcement, in real time: With ParqEx’s Enforcer App, your staff can issue digital tickets and tow in real time. AirGarage relies on remote enforcement.
  • Monetize without giving up control: ParqEx lets you rent out spaces to the public while maintaining full oversight. AirGarage controls the marketplace and takes a share.

  • White-labeled for your brand: ParqEx provides custom signage, QR codes, and portals under your branding — not theirs.

Why Choose ParqEx Guest Parking?

ParqEx is the platform that gives you full visibility, total control, and revenue potential. Whether you’re managing a residential building, mixed-use space, or commercial lot, ParqEx empowers you with:

  • Smart access via LPR, QR, or remote unlock
  • Real-time enforcement with full violation tracking
  • Marketplace monetization for unused spots
  • Resident and guest permits with quotas and rules
  • Full control over your pricing, branding, and access
  • A scalable solution for HOAs, hotels, garages, and gated communities

The Full Suite of ParqEx Products

ParqEx is the provider of commercial and individual smart parking solutions. ProqEx products consists of proprietary technology to help “unlock” the value of privately-owned, “self-managed” parking spaces that are often underutilized and/or difficult to manage.

Parqexprivateparkingmarketplace Socialcover demonstrating ParqEx's smart parking technology in action.

Find or list a private parking spot.

Want to find parking and avoid the headaches of driving around to find it or settling for something heavily overpriced? Access our exclusive inventory of private parking spots and reserve it ahead of time— just arrive and park! Have a parking spot? Start earning easy, additional income by listing your private parking during the days or times you aren’t using it.

Parqexguestparq Socialcover demonstrating ParqEx's smart parking technology in action.

Guest parking made easy.

GuestParq​ ​by​ ​ParqEx eliminates the hassle of managing guests parking on the property by reserving authorized spots for approved visitors prior to their arrival. GuestParq by ParqEx also gives complete insight to parking enforcers and property managers, showing who is entering and exiting the property at all times, all in real-time.

Parqexenforcerapp Socialcover 600 X 315 1 demonstrating ParqEx's smart parking technology in action.

The real-time parking enforcement app.

With the Enforcer App by ParqEx, parking enforcement agencies, property managers, even builders and developers can quickly and easily verify vehicles on their properties. Enforce violations in seconds with a simple, one-screen parking violation log that can be sent via email or printed as a physical ticket. Even control your “Do Not Tow” list.

Parqexaccessplusapp Socialcover demonstrating ParqEx's smart parking technology in action.

Controls doors, gates, & more.

With Access+ by ParqEx, approved residents and visitors can open any electronic door, garage door, gate elevators and more from their smartphones. Property owners, managers, and parking enforcers can simplify management and improve security and control of the property.

Parqexaccesspluspremiumapp Socialcover 1 demonstrating ParqEx's smart parking technology in action.

Pull up. Get in. 100% Touchless.

With Access+ Premium by ParqEx, approved drivers can open any secure electronic door, lift arm, or gate, simply by pulling up to the access point in their registered vehicle. No phone or app needed. The License Plate Reader automatically scans and provides access to authorized vehicles.

Parqexaccessplustouchlessapp Socialcover 1 demonstrating ParqEx's smart parking technology in action.

Never touch a door handle again.

Access+ Pedestrian Touchless Door Opener offers highly secure, authorized-only access to locked, interior and exterior pedestrian doors. Authorized visitors can open doors using their smartphone. No keys, fobs, or touching of doors needed. Retrofits any door!

Parqexguestparq Hero Full 600 X 732 1 demonstrating ParqEx's smart parking technology in action.

FAQs

What’s the difference between ParqEx and AirGarage?

ParqEx gives you full control. You manage pricing, access, branding, and enforcement. AirGarage operates your lot for you — setting prices, branding the lot, and enforcing rules on your behalf.

Can I enforce parking rules myself with ParqEx?

Yes. ParqEx includes the Enforcer App, which lets your team issue violations, track repeat offenders, and initiate towing in real time. AirGarage handles enforcement remotely with limited visibility.

Does ParqEx support gated or secure garages?

Absolutely. ParqEx offers native hardware integration with Access+, including gate control, remote unlock, and license plate recognition (LPR). AirGarage does not support gated or private-access properties.

Can I monetize guest parking with ParqEx?

Yes. You can rent unused spaces on ParqEx’s Marketplace with full control over pricing and availability. AirGarage also monetizes parking — but they set the pricing and take a revenue share.

Do guests need to download an app?

No. ParqEx supports app-free guest access via SMS, QR codes, or mobile web portals. This makes parking fast and easy for all types of visitors.

Is ParqEx suitable for residential properties like HOAs and condos?

Yes. ParqEx is built for real estate — supporting resident permits, guest quotas, gated access, and real-time tracking. AirGarage is best suited for public, open surface lots.

Join the 10K+ properties already optimizing their parking:

Ready to Revolutionize Your Parking?

ParqEx simplifies guest parking for any property — delivering smooth access, smart management, and new revenue opportunities.

  • Real-time guest monitoring Live logs, smart enforcement, and total visibility.
  • Frictionless mobile experience No app needed for guests; full control for managers.
  • Boost revenue & efficiency Monetize spots and reduce misuse with smart tech.

Join top property owners, businesses, and communities that trust ParqEx. Experience the future of parking today!