The Smarter Choice for Guest & Tenant Parking

ParqEx vs. Premium Parking

Choosing the right parking solution goes beyond collecting payments — it’s about who controls access, enforces rules, and maximizes your property’s potential. While Premium Parking focuses on monetizing public spaces, ParqEx empowers property managers with access control, real-time enforcement, and guest permit management for residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties.

ParqEx's Smart Parking Technology

ParqEx Enforcement vs. iParq

ParqEx Guest Parking Overview

ParqEx is a full-service guest and resident parking management platform designed for HOAs, gated communities, mixed-use developments, commercial garages, and more. It goes beyond simple payments by giving you full control over access, violations, and monetization — all in one white-labeled, admin-friendly solution

Key Features:

  • Access+ for gate and door control via LPR, QR code, or remote unlock
  • GuestParq for digital guest permits with quotas, scheduling, and invite links
  • Enforcer App for real-time violation tracking, ticketing, and towing
  • Marketplace integration for public monetization of unused spots
  • Custom guest workflows for restaurants, hotels, events, and deliveries
  • White-labeled portals and signage with your branding
  • Admin dashboard with real-time reports, guest logs, and violation history

Ideal For:

  • HOAs and gated residential communities
  • Multifamily and mixed-use buildings
  • Hotels and short-term guest parking
  • Retail and restaurant parking validation
  • Office buildings and commercial garages
  • Properties requiring security, control, and monetization

Feature Comparison

ParqEx

Premium Parking

Guest Parking Permits

GuestParq system with pre-registration, quotas, and tracking
No guest-specific permit system

Gate & Door Access Control

Access+ with LPR, QR, remote unlock
Not supported for private access

License Plate Recognition (LPR)

Native LPR support for access and enforcement
Not supported

Enforcement Tools

Enforcer App with digital violation workflows
Third-party enforcement; no in-house tool

Resident Parking Support

Full resident + guest management
Focused only on public/commercial users

Public Parking Monetization

Public listings via ParqEx Marketplace
Public lot monetization available

White-Labeled Experience

White-labeled portals, QR codes, and signage
Premium Parking branding required

Retail & Restaurant Validation

QR-based validations and time tracking
No validation system for commercial guests

Custom Guest Workflows

Flexible configurations per guest type
No custom guest experiences available

Admin Dashboard & Reports

Centralized admin dashboard for all features
Operational dashboards; limited tenant-level control

App-Free Guest Access

QR & web access for guests
App or kiosk required for interaction

ParqEx vs. Premium Parking: Real-World Property Scenarios

ParqEx is built for the unique needs of residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties, while Premium Parking focuses primarily on monetizing public garages and surface lots. Below, see how both platforms compare across the real-world scenarios property managers face daily.

Platform Comparison

ParqEx

Premium Parking

HOAs & Gated Communities

Digital permits, quotas, gate/LPR access, and enforcement
No guest quota or gate support

Multifamily with Guest Parking Limits

Unit-based tracking, permit history, quotas, and alerts
Not supported — no guest-level management

Hotels & Short-Term Rental Guest Parking

QR or LPR access, branded guest flows, app-free use
No hotel-specific tools or guest workflows

Retail or Restaurant Validated Parking

QR validation, time tracking, customizable workflows
Not available

Commercial Garages or Surface Lots

Public + tenant usage, Access+, Marketplace, pricing controls
Public monetization with limited private access support

Event or Overflow Parking Management

Dynamic pricing, LPR/QR control, enforcement tools
Event pricing available, but no guest validation or enforcement

Security or On-Site Patrol Enforcement

Enforcer App with real-time alerts and tracking
No native enforcement system — external contractor required

Key Distinctions

While Premium Parking is designed to monetize public lots and garages, ParqEx is built to give property managers control — over access, permits, enforcement, and revenue. It supports gated communities, mixed-use properties, commercial buildings, and more.

  • Built for Real Estate, Not Just Public Parking: ParqEx is purpose-built for HOAs, multifamily, commercial, and mixed-use properties — not just open-to-public lots.
  • Native Access Control (QR, LPR, Remote): With Access+, ParqEx controls gates, garages, and doors securely. Premium Parking has no access hardware support.
  • Full Guest & Resident Management: ParqEx handles resident permits, guest quotas, unit-based access rules, and customizable workflows. Premium Parking lacks residential and tenant support.
  • Enforcement in Real Time: Issue violations, tow vehicles, and track repeat offenders with ParqEx’s Enforcer App. Premium Parking outsources this with no internal tools.
  • Brand the Experience, Not The Platform: ParqEx allows white-labeled guest portals and signage. Premium Parking uses their own branded user experience across properties.

Why Choose ParqEx Guest Parking?

ParqEx puts you in control of your property’s parking operation — from the front gate to the last reserved spot. Whether you’re managing 10 units or 1,000, ParqEx offers flexibility, automation, and visibility Premium Parking simply doesn’t provide.

  • Gate and door access control with QR, LPR, and remote unlock
  • Custom guest workflows with app-free check-in
  • GuestParq digital permits with full scheduling and rules
  • Real-time enforcement and violation tracking
  • Public monetization of unused spaces via Marketplace
  • White-labeled experience that reflects your property’s brand

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!

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FAQs

What’s the biggest difference between ParqEx and Premium Parking?

ParqEx gives you control — Premium Parking takes it. ParqEx empowers property managers to manage guest access, enforce violations, and monetize unused spaces under their own brand. Premium Parking is built for public lot monetization, not property-specific workflows.

Can I use ParqEx in gated communities or HOAs?

Yes. ParqEx is purpose-built for HOAs and gated properties. It supports guest quotas, resident permits, and gate/garage control via Access+ (QR, LPR, or remote).

Does Premium Parking support digital guest permits?

No. Premium Parking does not offer unit-based guest permitting, quota management, or tenant invites. ParqEx offers all of these via its GuestParq module.

How does enforcement work with ParqEx vs. Premium Parking?

ParqEx includes a dedicated Enforcer App to issue violations, track offenders, and manage towing in real time. Premium Parking outsources enforcement with no mobile ticketing tools for property staff.

Can I monetize my unused spaces with both platforms?

Yes, but only ParqEx gives you full control. Both platforms support public parking monetization, but ParqEx allows you to control pricing, timing, and guest rules — all while also supporting private guest/resident use.

Do guests need to download an app with ParqEx?

No. Guests can check in via QR code or browser — no app required. Premium Parking typically requires app-based booking or kiosk interaction.

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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.

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