SwipedOn alternative

A SwipedOn alternative without the annual lock-in

SwipedOn is a well-known visitor and contractor sign-in product. Front Desk covers the same core job — kiosk sign-in, badges, policies and host alerts — in any browser, with monthly or lifetime pricing.

Who this page is for

Sites that want tablet visitor sign-in similar to SwipedOn, but prefer not to install a native app or commit to an annual-only plan. Front Desk is aimed at small offices, schools, clinics and coworking spaces that need a clear visitor log and host notifications.

Because Front Desk is web-based, you can use the hardware you already have: iPad, Android, Fire tablet, Chromebook or a spare laptop. Open the kiosk link in a browser; no app store required.

Front Desk vs SwipedOn

SwipedOn prices as published (checked Sep 2026). Front Desk figures are our current public pricing.

Front DeskSwipedOn
Price per location$29/mo, or $79 lifetime£415–£1,255/yr, annual only
Badges, NDAs, photosIncludedBy tier
Runs onAny browser, no appNative tablet app
CommitmentMonthly, cancel any timeAnnual, 60-day cancellation notice (reported)
Host alertsEmail + webhookIncluded by plan
Evacuation / on-site listIncludedIncluded

Competitor prices come from their public pricing pages and may change. Front Desk is not affiliated with SwipedOn.

What Front Desk includes

Visitor workflows without a separate tablet app.

Any browser

Kiosk link works on common tablets and laptops. Add to home screen for a full-screen feel.

Policies & NDAs

Show your visitor agreement and capture a signature with the visit record.

Badges

Print name badges with QR sign-out on common label and office printers.

Host email

Notify the host when a visitor arrives; webhook for Slack or Teams if you want it.

On-site list

Live list of who is signed in, plus a printable evacuation roll-call.

CSV export

Export the visitor log for audits, safeguarding or contractor billing.

When SwipedOn may still fit better

If you already run SwipedOn across many sites, rely on features unique to their product, or prefer their native app and support model, staying put can make sense. Front Desk is for teams that want straightforward visitor management with transparent monthly or lifetime pricing.

Also see Envoy alternative, free visitor management, and school visitor sign-in.

Ready to try Front Desk?

Open a kiosk link in any browser. Lifetime from $79, or $29/location/month. Cancel monthly any time.