The Locksmith Journal 99 August 2024 | Page 25

KEY CUTTING

INSTACODE SUBSCRIPTION VS INSTACODE LIVE : HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST SOLUTION FOR YOUR KEY CUTTING BUSINESS ?

InstaCode Subscription or InstaCode Live ? What are the differences ? Which one should I get ? If those are the questions that keep you awake or you simply want to know more about this fantastic key data software , keep reading this article as we are going to analyse what features and benefits they share , what sets them apart and help you decide which is the best solution for you and your key cutting business .
» FIRSTLY , INSTACODE ONE-YEAR subscription and InstaCode Live are two “ variants ” of the same data software for key cutting machines with one main difference : InstaCode Subscription consists of a subscription ( the clue is in the name ) to a software that you install onto a pc or laptop and you can then run offline . InstaCode Live is a licence that gives you access to an online service from a device of your choice ( the browser of your pc , the smartphone app you name it etc .).
Before talking about their differences though , let ’ s take a look at what features and benefits they have in common .
Main common features :
• They include crossreferencing for 132 + key blank manufacturers , over 70,000 references , 8000 + key code series and three billion + ( yes billions !) key codes .
• They include Images of key blanks and keyways that display space & depth information , flat widths , angles , measurements , card numbers and other relevant key cutting information on vehicle and household keys .
• They both offer a very intuitive interface .
• Printouts of whole code series ( for use in your van ).
• You can search for bittings across a range of code series .
• They support the widest range of key machines .
• They both offer instructional guides for transponders and info on opening vehicles .
Single vs Multi : The first big difference between the two variants is the platforms and devices that they work on . You can run InstaCode Subscription only on a Windows pc or laptop thus being a good option if you have a shop or don ’ t plan to use it on the go that often . You also won ’ t need to chase your Wi-Fi signal around the shop or worry about the internet going down right when you need to access your software as it runs offline once you have activated it .
InstaCode Live gives you much more flexibility because you can run it on and access the online service from multiple platforms ( Windows , IOS , Android ) and devices ( pc , laptop , tablet , smartphone etc .). This means , for example , that you can download the InstaCode app to your phone and easily access codes even from a van or the side of the road . A very welcome addition especially if you are a mobile or an auto locksmith .
The only downside is that it requires an internet connection at all times so you may lose access to the service if you are in an area with a poor internet connection .
Pricing Structure :
Here things start to get really interesting as the pricing structure is one of the most important differences between InstaCode and InstaCode Live .
Whereas the only option available for InstaCode Subscription is a one-off yearly payment , InstaCode Live comes in various plans as you can see from the table below :
This might be a very attractive feature if , for example , you only focus on domestic services or if you are an auto locksmith who only needs automotive codes and information . You can choose a plan tailored to your needs , so you don ’ t subscribe to ( and waste money on ) features that aren ’ t relevant to your business and you will never use .
To sum things up here is a table providing a brief comparison of the two options :
For more information about InstaCode or how to boost your key cutting business , please visit www . keyprint . co . uk or call 0131 555 0909 .
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