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How much does Nimbio cost, and what’s included?

One flat hardware cost per device, plus a subscription that covers cellular data, the full platform, and support — priced differently for residential and commercial properties.

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What you pay

There are two Nimbio costs. Installation is separate and is set by the technician who does it.

Hardware — $299 one-time

A one-time purchase per Nimbio Cellular Controller. No setup fees or activation charges — the subscription simply starts when the device is activated.

Subscription — low monthly cost

Covers multi-carrier LTE cellular data, the full Nimbio platform, GuestView, Community Manager portal access, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, app support, automatic over-the-air firmware updates, and hardware covered by a lifetime warranty. No add-on charges for individual features.

Is pricing based on the number of users, or the number of homes?

It depends on the type of property — this is the one distinction that matters most when estimating cost.

Residential properties

Billed per home (unit), not per person. Every member of a household can use the app at no extra charge — adding family members or roommates doesn’t increase the rate.

Commercial properties

Pricing is flexible, based on the number of active users — the right fit for gates, doors, buzzers, and call boxes serving employees, tenants, or visitors.

Ask for a quote and mention whether the property is residential or commercial so pricing is scoped correctly from the start.

Good to know

Adding more gates or doors later: each additional gate or access point is its own controller ($299 one-time), added as a line item on your single existing subscription — not a separate subscription. That line item carries a small added monthly charge to cover the new controller’s own cellular connectivity and maintenance. The Virtual Keychain shows each user every gate they have a key to, in one app view.

Annual discount (residential only): single-family homes and multifamily properties that prepay annually receive one month of cellular service free. Annual plans are not offered for commercial properties. Mention it when requesting a quote.

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Lifetime hardware warranty: every Nimbio controller is covered for the life of the subscription. If a controller ever stops working, Nimbio provides a prompt replacement at no additional cost.

Frequently asked questions

Are there setup fees or activation charges? +

No. The $299 hardware cost covers the device itself, and the monthly subscription simply starts when the device is activated. There are no setup fees, activation charges, or hidden costs.

Do I need to buy a separate cellular data plan? +

No. Cellular data is fully included in the subscription. The pre-installed multi-carrier SIM is managed by Nimbio — you never need to contact a carrier, activate a SIM, or pay a separate data bill.

Is the hardware covered by a warranty? +

Yes — every Nimbio controller carries a lifetime hardware warranty for the life of the subscription, with prompt replacement at no additional cost if it ever stops working.

What happens if I add more gates or doors later? +

Each additional gate or access point is its own controller, added as a line item on your single existing subscription — not a separate subscription. That line item carries a small added monthly charge to cover the new controller’s own cellular connectivity and maintenance. The Virtual Keychain shows each user every gate they have a key to, in one app view.

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See also the full pricing page: Nimbio pricing.