Comparisons
Make the right call for your utility
Utility Drone Inspection Comparisons
Side-by-side guides to help utilities choose inspection software, decide between in-house and outsourced programs, and price out each option.
All comparisons
Compare software, programs, and costs
Each guide compares options on the criteria utility inspection teams weigh most, using published Utileyes metrics.
Software
Utility Drone Inspection Software Comparison
Utileyes vs typical platformsHow platforms compare on photo organization time, photo-to-dispatch speed, built-in QA, GIS and work order integration, severity tagging, and training time.
Read the comparison ProgramIn-House Drone Program vs Drone Inspection Services
In-house vs outsourcedWhether to keep paying a provider or fly your own inspections, compared on cost, speed, storm response, data control, standards, and startup effort.
Read the comparison CostUtility Drone Inspection Cost
In-house vs services vs traditional patrolWhat drives inspection cost across three models, and how to put each on a cost-per-pole basis for your utility.
Read the comparison SoftwareInspection Software for Small and Rural Utilities
Enterprise vs purpose-builtWhat lean crews and rural service territories need from inspection software, and where feature-heavy platforms fall short.
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Where to start
Find the right comparison for your decision
Choosing inspection software
Start with the software comparison. Smaller teams should also read the guide for small and rural utilities.
Deciding whether to fly in-house
Read in-house vs drone inspection services to see where each model fits.
Building a budget or business case
Use the cost comparison to price traditional patrol, services, and an in-house program on the same basis.