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Facial Recognition Software

Facial recognition software identifies or compares faces; the right choice depends on how you plan to deploy it and whether it fits your existing systems. Compare recognition mode, video support, database limits and liveness detection, which checks that a face is present rather than a photo or recording.

The board shows a signal score out of 10, plus marks for API access, open-source code and a free tier. Compare those with platform support and pricing; a free trial is different from an ongoing free plan.

  • 16 platforms
  • 2 with a public API on this page
  • 5 with a free tier
  • Checked 28 Sept 2026
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    CompreFacegithub.com

    Free, open-source face analysis service runs with Docker and offers a REST API.

    7.7 APIOpenFree Free tier
  2. 2
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    DeepFacegithub.com

    Free, open-source software for face checks, image analysis, and face data extraction.

    7.7 APIOpenFree Free tier
  3. 3
    AA
    Azure AI Speechazure.microsoft.com

    Speech tools for voice tasks, with WAV and MP3 exports and a free plan.

    7.5 APIOpenFree Free tier
  4. 4
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    Face++faceplusplus.com

    Face++ is an AI computer-vision platform offering facial, body, image, object and text-recognition APIs and SDKs.

    6.7 APIOpenFree Free tier
  5. 5
    BW
    BioID Web Servicebioid.com

    BioID Web Service provides biometric authentication including face recognition and liveness detection.

    6.0 APIOpenFree —
  6. 6
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    PimEyespimeyes.com

    PimEyes searches publicly accessible web images for visually similar faces and provides links to source websites; it says it does not identify or verify…

    5.9 APIOpenFree Free tier
  7. 7
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    FacePhi Selphifacephi.com

    Facial sign-in software with passive liveness screening for mobile banking.

    5.6 APIOpenFree —
  8. 8
    CF
    Cognitec FaceVACS Enginecognitec.com

    Face recognition engine for building verification, identification, and facial image analysis applications.

    5.1 APIOpenFree —
  9. 9
    CF
    Cognitec FaceVACS-DBScan IDcognitec.com

    Identity software compares face photos to verify people and find duplicate records.

    5.0 APIOpenFree —
  10. 10
    CF
    Cognitec FaceVACS-VideoScancognitec.com

    Video software finds known people and measures anonymous visitor patterns in live or recorded footage.

    4.8 APIOpenFree —
  11. 11
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    FaceFirstfacefirst.com

    Hybrid face recognition software supports video, APIs, and Android, iOS, and web access.

    4.3 APIOpenFree —
  12. 12
    KF
    Kairos Face Recognition APIface.kairos.com

    Face recognition API supports verification, identification, and video recognition.

    4.1 APIOpenFree —
  13. 13
    EF
    3.8 APIOpenFree —
  14. 14
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    Innovatrics SmartFaceinnovatrics.com
    3.8 APIOpenFree —
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    3.8 APIOpenFree —
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    PF
    3.8 APIOpenFree —

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How to choose

Where does the software need to run?

Choose a product that supports the platform and deployment setup you need. The board lists web, API, Linux, Windows, Android and self-hosted support.

An API is a way for another app to send information to the software and receive a result. Check whether API access and the platform you plan to use are listed.

Does it need to recognize faces in video?

If your use case involves video, check the video recognition field and the recognition mode before comparing products.

The board compares video recognition and whether recognition works in one mode or both; confirm that the listed mode fits your task.

Do you need liveness detection?

Check liveness detection if you need the software to distinguish a live face from a photo or recording. Compare this feature alongside recognition mode.

How many faces must the database hold?

Compare the face database limit with the size of the collection you need to manage. The board includes this field to help match capacity to your needs.

Can you try it before paying?

Check whether a product has a free plan, a free trial or paid pricing. A trial gives temporary access; a free plan is an ongoing no-cost option.

Some listed pricing is available on request. Check the maker's terms for the cost and any limits that apply to your intended use.

Can it connect to your existing apps?

Check API access and platform support against the apps and systems you already use. For example, CompreFace is listed with a free plan, while Cognitec FaceVACS Engine lists Android, API, Linux, macOS and Windows support.

Questions

What does facial recognition software do?

It analyzes faces to identify or compare them. Products can differ in recognition mode, video support, deployment options and liveness detection.

How do I choose facial recognition software?

Start with your deployment platform and use case, then compare recognition mode, video support, database limits, liveness detection, API access and pricing.

Does facial recognition software need an API?

An API lets another app exchange information with the software. Check the API access field if you need to connect recognition to an existing app.

What is the difference between a free plan and a free trial?

A free plan is an ongoing no-cost option. A free trial provides access for a limited trial period; check the maker's terms for details.

What is liveness detection in facial recognition?

Liveness detection checks whether a face is live rather than a photo or recording. Check the product's liveness detection field if this matters to your use.

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