CheckTasks vs QR-Patrol
QR-Patrol is a capable, well-established guard-tour platform. Here’s an honest look at how CheckTasks compares — simple GBP plans with every feature included, patrols and inspections in one app, and full offline working — plus where QR-Patrol may be the better fit.
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| QR-Patrol | CheckTasks | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Per guard, billed in US dollars | GBP plans by size — every feature included |
| QR & NFC checkpoint scanning | Yes | Yes |
| Inspections & digital forms | Yes — forms after checkpoints | 2,000+ templates, conditional logic, offline |
| Offline working | Real-time / cloud focused | Full offline mode, automatic sync |
| On-site red/amber/green status beacon | Not offered | Compliance Beacon on the wall |
| Lone-worker SOS panic button | Yes | Yes — self-monitored, with a full audit trail |
| Man-down / fall detection | Yes | Not offered |
| Mobile platforms | iOS & Android | Android today, iOS coming soon |
| Built & supported in | Global (Terracom, Greece); UK reseller | United Kingdom — UK support, GDPR-native |
| Free trial | Free trial available | Free 30-day trial, no card |
QR-Patrol details from its public website and price list (USD, per-guard tiers), June 2026. Comparisons are indicative and may change — always check both vendors’ current terms.
The pricing difference, in plain numbers
Take a team of 10 guards. On QR-Patrol’s published price list that falls in the 10–24 guard tier — around $149/month on the Base plan. On CheckTasks, ten guards fit on Standard at £45/month — up to 10 staff logins across 10 sites, with every feature included. Need more? Premium covers 20 staff logins and unlimited sites for £75/month.
Figures are indicative, exclude VAT, and reflect each vendor’s published pricing at the time of writing. Currencies differ (USD vs GBP); check current rates and terms.
Why teams choose CheckTasks
Simple GBP plans, every feature included
QR-Patrol charges per guard, in US dollars. CheckTasks plans are priced in pounds and sized by sites, checkpoints and staff logins — Standard covers up to 10 staff across 10 sites for £45/month — and every plan includes every feature, with no add-ons.
Patrols and inspections in one app
Run guard tours and a full Smart Forms inspection engine — 2,000+ ready-made templates, conditional logic, photo evidence and branded PDFs — from the same app, on the same sites.
Built to keep working offline
Lifts, basements, car parks and grounds are where patrols actually happen. CheckTasks records scans, forms and incidents offline and syncs automatically when signal returns.
Live status on the wall
The optional Compliance Beacon shows red/amber/green patrol status on site, so the team sees the moment a round falls behind — not just head office after the fact.
Lone-worker safety built in
SOS panic button escalates to your own supervisors with a full audit trail — self-monitored duty-of-care support under HSE lone-working guidance, included rather than sold as a separate subscription. (Not a replacement for a certified ARC or 999.)
UK-built, UK-supported
Made in the UK, priced in pounds, GDPR-native, with support from the people who build the product.
Where QR-Patrol may suit you better
We’d rather you pick the right tool. QR-Patrol could be the better fit if:
- You need man-down / fall detection or a 24/7 alarm-receiving centre — CheckTasks lone-worker safety is self-monitored (an SOS button escalating to your own supervisors), not a monitored ARC service.
- You need a native iOS app right now — CheckTasks is Android-first, with iOS coming soon.
- You want a large, long-established global vendor with a dedicated monitoring centre.
Frequently asked questions
Is CheckTasks a good QR-Patrol alternative?
For most small-to-mid UK security, hospitality and facilities teams, yes — especially if you want simple GBP pricing with every feature included, inspections alongside patrols, and reliable offline working. If 24/7 man-down monitoring is essential today, QR-Patrol may suit you better.
How is CheckTasks priced compared to QR-Patrol?
QR-Patrol is priced per guard in US dollars (from around $45/month for 1–3 guards, rising with headcount). CheckTasks plans are priced in GBP from £15/month + VAT and sized by sites, checkpoints and staff logins — Standard covers up to 10 staff across 10 sites for £45/month — with every feature included on every plan.
Does CheckTasks work offline?
Yes. Scans, forms, photos and incidents are captured offline and sync automatically when the device is back online — designed for lifts, basements and sites with patchy signal.
Can I run inspections as well as patrols?
Yes. CheckTasks includes a Smart Forms engine with 2,000+ templates, conditional logic, photo capture, signatures and branded PDF/CSV exports — attached to checkpoints, patrols or as standalone tasks.
Does CheckTasks have lone-worker safety features?
Yes. CheckTasks Lone Worker provides an SOS panic button that escalates to your own supervisors and chosen contacts, with a full auditable trail of who was alerted, when and who acknowledged it. It’s self-monitored — escalation goes to your own people, supporting your duty of care under HSE lone-working guidance. It is complementary to, not a replacement for, a certified alarm-receiving centre or 999, and it does not include man-down / fall detection.
See the difference for yourself
Try CheckTasks free for 30 days — patrols, inspections and group reporting in one app. See how FJB Hotels made the switch in our customer story.
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