The Receptionist

The Original iPad Visitor Management System.

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Overview

The Receptionist for iPad is a visitor management solution that replaces traditional paper sign-in books. It's designed to be highly customizable, allowing organizations to tailor the check-in process to their specific needs. While popular in corporate settings, it is also used in schools to manage visitors, contractors, and parents. Key features include real-time host notifications, badge printing, and pre-registration capabilities. The company is known for its strong customer support.

✨ Key Features

  • Customizable visitor check-in workflows
  • Real-time notifications via email, SMS, Slack, Teams, and more
  • Visitor photo capture and badge printing
  • Pre-registration for individuals and groups
  • Legal agreement signing
  • Visitor screening against internal watchlists
  • Two-way communication between visitor and employee

🎯 Key Differentiators

  • Emphasis on radical customer support
  • Highly customizable check-in workflows
  • Two-way communication feature allows hosts to message visitors at the kiosk

Unique Value: Offers a highly flexible and customizable visitor check-in experience backed by industry-leading customer support.

🎯 Use Cases (4)

Managing visitors in an office lobby Checking in parents and volunteers at a school Registering attendees for an event Tracking contractor and delivery arrivals

✅ Best For

  • Corporate office visitor check-in
  • Manufacturing and logistics facility management

💡 Check With Vendor

Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:

  • Schools requiring automatic sex offender screening as a core feature
  • Districts needing an integrated emergency management or dismissal system

🏆 Alternatives

Envoy SwipedOn iLobby

Provides more granular control over the check-in workflow and more responsive support compared to many larger competitors, though it may lack the breadth of platform features like room booking.

💻 Platforms

Web iOS (for iPad Kiosk)

✅ Offline Mode Available

🔌 Integrations

Slack Microsoft Teams Google Hangouts Zapier Active Directory

🛟 Support Options

  • ✓ Email Support
  • ✓ Live Chat
  • ✓ Phone Support
  • ✓ Dedicated Support (All tier)

🔒 Compliance & Security

✓ GDPR ✓ SSO

💰 Pricing

$49.00/mo

✓ 14-day free trial

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