Ajax vs Hikvision AX PRO comes down to one question: which wireless intruder alarm fits your site? Ajax offers a long declared radio range, a single app and a wide device family. Hikvision AX PRO integrates directly with Hikvision cameras and recorders through the Hik-Connect app. The right choice depends on the building, the cameras already installed, the number of users and who will run the system after handover. This comparison uses figures from official datasheets only and does not favour either brand.
Key takeaways
- Ajax Hub 2 Plus: Jeweller range up to 2,000 m in open space, up to 200 devices, 200 users and 25 security groups.
- Hikvision AX PRO DS-PWA96-M-WE: up to 96 zones, including up to 48 PIR cameras, plus 48 network users and 32 areas, per the datasheet.
- Both support Ethernet, Wi-Fi and dual SIM, and both offer visual alarm verification with camera-equipped detectors.
- Ajax links Hikvision and EZVIZ cameras through the cloud or an RTSP link. AX PRO is managed alongside Hikvision devices in Hik-Connect.
- Match the frequency of every peripheral to the control panel, because AX PRO comes in different frequency versions.
In this article
- What is the difference between Ajax and Hikvision AX PRO?
- Ajax vs Hikvision AX PRO comparison table: Hub 2 Plus and DS-PWA96-M-WE
- Radio range: how to read the numbers
- App and CCTV integration
- Which one suits your site? Ajax or Hikvision by scenario
- What drives the cost?
- Ajax and Hikvision products available from AZEIDK
- Frequently asked questions
- Conclusion
What is the difference between Ajax and Hikvision AX PRO?
Both are essentially wireless systems built around a control panel (hub). Detectors, sirens and keypads connect to it by radio, and the system is run from a mobile app. The real differences are in three areas: the radio protocol, the app and the device ecosystem it integrates with, and capacity limits.
Ajax uses Jeweller for alarm signals and Wings for photo transfer on the Hub 2 Plus. Hikvision AX PRO uses Tri-X, with Cam-X for camera detectors, according to the datasheet. The datasheet for the 868 MHz version lists frequency hopping and 128-bit AES encryption.
See the Ajax range on the Ajax brand page and Hikvision intrusion devices on the Hikvision brand page.
Ajax vs Hikvision AX PRO comparison table: Hub 2 Plus and DS-PWA96-M-WE
| Item | Ajax Hub 2 Plus Jeweller | Hikvision AX PRO DS-PWA96-M-WE |
|---|---|---|
| Radio protocol | Jeweller for signals, Wings for photos | Tri-X, with Cam-X for camera detectors |
| Declared open-space range | Jeweller up to 2,000 m, Wings up to 1,700 m | Not given as a panel figure in the datasheet; stated per peripheral in its own datasheet |
| Devices or zones | Up to 200 devices, including up to 10 sirens or keypads with siren and 5 range extenders | Up to 96 zones, including up to 48 PIR cameras; 8 keypads, 6 wireless sounders, 4 repeaters |
| Users | Up to 200 | 48 network users (1 installer, 1 administrator, 46 normal users) |
| Groups or areas | Up to 25 groups | 32 areas |
| Communication | Ethernet, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, 2 micro-SIM (2G/3G/4G) | Wired TCP/IP, Wi-Fi, 3G/4G with dual SIM |
| Backup battery | Li-ion 3 Ah, up to 15 hours | Built-in lithium 4,520 mAh, up to 12 hours at normal temperature |
| Visual verification | Photos up to 640 × 480, delivered within 9 seconds | PIR camera detectors over Cam-X |
| App | Ajax app | Hik-Connect (user) and Hik-ProConnect (installer) |
Ajax figures come from the product page on the AZEIDK site. AX PRO figures come from Hikvision’s datasheet for the 868 MHz version. Values can change with firmware or hardware revisions, so check the current datasheet before you commit.
Radio range: how to read the numbers
Declared range is measured in open space with no obstacles. Inside Saudi villas and warehouses, concrete and block walls, metal roofs and loaded racks cut that range noticeably. So do not compare the two numbers on their own.
Ajax declares the range for the panel itself (up to 2,000 m for Jeweller). AX PRO declares range in each peripheral’s datasheet. An example from the products AZEIDK lists: the Hikvision DS-PDMCK-EG2-WB wireless magnet and shock detector. Its page says it works within the AX PRO system on 433 MHz with a range of up to 1 km in open space.
That example shows an important point with AX PRO: there are versions on different frequencies. The panel datasheet we reviewed is for 868 MHz, while that detector is 433 MHz. A peripheral must match the panel frequency or it will not pair. Ask for the full model number of every item before ordering.
With either brand, a range extender or repeater handles long distances. The practical answer is to measure signal strength on site during installation rather than rely on the catalogue. A technical site inspection first helps you decide how many extenders you need.
App and CCTV integration
Ajax
The Ajax app runs the whole system from a phone. Ajax’s official support page says any EZVIZ, Hikvision or Safire IP camera or recorder can be connected, up to 100 cameras or recorders on a Hub 2 Plus and 25 on a Hub BP or Superior Hub Hybrid. This needs a separate EZVIZ account, and video passes through the camera maker’s cloud. Ajax itself recommends an RTSP link as an alternative, because the cloud link relies on a third-party SDK. Ajax also publishes integration guides for other brands such as Dahua and Uniview.
Hikvision AX PRO
AX PRO is run from Hik-Connect for users and Hik-ProConnect for installers and maintenance. Its clear advantage: an owner who already has Hikvision cameras and recorders finds the alarm and the cameras in one app family from the same manufacturer. The datasheet also lists video verification and remote control when connected to alarm receiving centres.
If your facility already uses Hikvision cameras, see our security and surveillance solutions to plan the link between alarm and CCTV.
Which one suits your site? Ajax or Hikvision by scenario
| Site | What favours Ajax | What favours AX PRO |
|---|---|---|
| Villa or home | Long radio range and one simple app for the family | Existing Hikvision cameras, everything managed in Hik-Connect |
| Shop or showroom | Many users and security groups | One app for cameras and alarm for the owner |
| Warehouse or long distances | Declared panel range, with extenders where needed | Peripherals with suitable range plus repeaters, with frequencies matched |
| Many users | Up to 200 users on Hub 2 Plus | 48 network users, enough for most mid-size facilities |
| Monitoring company or installer with many sites | Ajax PRO app for managing sites | Hik-ProConnect for managing customer sites |
Neither system is best in every case. On a large or mixed project (alarm, CCTV and access control), technical selection of systems and equipment settles the choice after a review of the layout, point count and users.
What drives the cost?
We do not quote prices here because they change with model, quantity and availability. The factors that set the real cost for both systems are:
- Control panel model and capacity.
- Number and type of detectors: indoor motion, outdoor motion, door contact, glass break, camera detector.
- Number of sirens, keypads and extenders needed to cover the distances.
- Backup SIM cards and any monitoring service.
- Installation, programming, testing and app training.
Ajax and Hikvision products available from AZEIDK
From Ajax, AZEIDK lists the Hub 2 Plus Jeweller, Hub BP Jeweller and Superior Hub Hybrid (4G) control panels, the Superior KeyPad Plus Jeweller, the Superior MotionProtect Jeweller motion detector, the Superior DoorProtect Jeweller opening detector, the GlassProtect Jeweller glass break detector and the StarterKit Cam Plus.
From Hikvision, AZEIDK lists wireless intrusion peripherals including a magnet and shock detector, motion, smoke and water leak detectors, sirens, a keypad and a repeater. The right AX PRO panel depends on the peripherals’ frequency and the project size, so contact the team to confirm the model.
Frequently asked questions
Ajax or Hikvision: which is better for an intruder alarm?
Neither is better in every case. Ajax Hub 2 Plus declares longer range and more users. AX PRO suits owners who already have Hikvision cameras and want everything in Hik-Connect.
Can Hikvision cameras be connected to Ajax?
Yes, according to Ajax’s official support, through an EZVIZ account or an RTSP link, up to 100 cameras or recorders on a Hub 2 Plus.
Do AX PRO peripherals work with any AX PRO panel?
Only if the frequency matches. There are versions on different frequencies such as 433 and 868 MHz, so check the full model of every item.
What is the real Ajax range inside a building?
The declared 2,000 m for Jeweller is measured in open space. Indoors it drops with walls and roofs. Measure the signal during installation and add extenders where needed.
Do both systems work during a power or internet outage?
Both have a backup battery and dual SIM: up to 15 hours for Hub 2 Plus and up to 12 hours for the AX PRO panel, per the datasheets.
Does AZEIDK install both systems?
Yes. The AZEIDK team supplies, installs and programs Ajax systems and the Hikvision peripherals listed on the site.
Conclusion
Ajax and Hikvision AX PRO are both mature systems. Ajax declares longer range and higher user capacity on the Hub 2 Plus, while AX PRO suits facilities built around the Hikvision ecosystem. Start with a site survey, list the cameras you already have, match frequencies and models, then decide.
Want both systems compared on your own layout? Send the layout and point count to AZEIDK and we will propose the device layout and models. Talk to the AZEIDK team
