SmartRent Offers WiFi for Rental Housing
The rental property operations software vendor says its Internet access is designed for multifamily.
SmartRent, which offers smart home and property operations software for rental housing, announced its Community WiFi offering, with what it claims are high connection speed, dependability, portability, and affordability.
SmartRent has previously focused on smart home technologies, self-guided tours, access control, asset protection and IoT solutions. But smart technology is affected by limitations in online connections.
“Resident-acquired WiFi varies substantially from home to home, and bulk WiFi packages are still dependent on the signal strength and reliability of individual routers and modems in each home, common area and amenity space,” the company says. “Through its development of Community WiFi, SmartRent strives to deliver dependable, accessible, community wide internet access to serve as the bedrock upon which rental housing communities can confidently build out their smart home and proptech systems.”
SmartRent’s app, which manages smart home devices and smart access controls, can initiate use of Community WiFi. There are no equipment fees and round-the-clock end user support.
“Featuring up to 1 GB connection speeds, the service is competitive with individual in-home WiFi plans,” the company says. “A consistent connection encompasses the entire community, including amenities, common areas and office spaces, so residents and on-site staff aren’t required to connect to various routers as they move about the property. The powerful, reliable connectivity also enables WiFi calling, making it essential in areas with marginal cellular reception.”
SmartRent says that the system can help boost lead conversions and resident retention.
“Through infrastructure ownership, operators can gain a direct NOI boost from a monthly connection fee per unit and an overall increased asset value through significant infrastructure upgrades,” SmartRent claims. “Community wide connectivity fortifies smart communities, providing stability for property technologies and smart home devices to enhance overall IoT performance.”