TacDesk vs GuardHouse
Both built for UK security — but TacDesk goes further with 11+ features GuardHouse doesn’t offer.
Feature Comparison
TacDesk vs GuardHouse — a detailed look at what each platform offers.
| Feature | TacDesk | GuardHouse |
|---|---|---|
| Built for UK Security | ✓ | ✓ |
| GPS Clock In/Out | ✓ | ✓ |
| Real-Time GPS Tracking | ✓ Live map | ✓ |
| Scheduling | ✓ Drag & drop + shift marketplace | ✓ |
| Incident Reports | ✓ Photos, video, GPS, PDF | ✓ Custom form builder |
| Patrol Reports and NFC | ✓ Route tracking + NFC | ✓ Mobile patrol app |
| SIA Licence Tracking | ✓ Auto renewal alerts | ✓ Daily automated checks |
| Payroll/Accounting Integration | ✓ Xero, QuickBooks | ✓ MYOB, Xero |
| Client Portal | ✓ Full portal with reports, footage, maps | Auto report distribution only |
| Body-Cam Footage Management | ✓ | Not available |
| Dispatcher Mode | ✓ Real-time coordination | Not available |
| Digital Occurrence Book | ✓ ACS-compliant | Not available |
| BOLO Alerts | ✓ Broadcast with photos | Not available |
| Venue Capacity Tracker | ✓ Colour-coded alerts | Not available |
| Shift Marketplace | ✓ Guards self-serve | Not available |
| White-Label Branding | ✓ Your domain and logo | Not available |
| Third-Party Access (FOI/GDPR) | ✓ Token-based links | Not available |
| Fleet Management | ✓ DVLA API, MOT tracking | Not available |
| Kit and Inventory Tracking | ✓ Serial numbers, conditions | Not available |
| Holiday Management | ✓ Fixed or 12.07% accrual | Unknown |
| Training Management | ✓ Cert tracking with auto reminders | Unknown |
| Financial Reports and Invoicing | ✓ Revenue vs cost, per-contract profitability | Unknown |
| Pricing | Transparent — get in touch for a quote | Quote-based (not published) |
What Sets TacDesk Apart
TacDesk offers 11+ features that GuardHouse does not provide at all — giving your security operation a significant operational edge.
Client Portal
Full portal with live reports, footage, and GPS maps — not just automated email distribution.
Body-Cam Management
Upload, store, and link body-cam footage directly to incidents and shifts.
Dispatcher Mode
Real-time coordination for mobile teams — see who’s where and assign tasks live.
BOLO Alerts
Broadcast be-on-the-lookout alerts with photos to all guards instantly.
Shift Marketplace
Guards self-serve to pick up available shifts — reducing your admin overhead.
White-Label Branding
Your domain, your logo — present TacDesk as your own platform to clients.
Digital Occurrence Book
ACS-compliant digital occurrence book — no more paper logs.
Venue Capacity Tracker
Colour-coded capacity alerts for event and venue security operations.
Third-Party Access
Token-based links for FOI and GDPR data requests — secure and auditable.
Fleet Management
DVLA API integration with automatic MOT and tax tracking for your vehicles.
TacDesk vs GuardHouse — Choosing the Right Fit
GuardHouse is a capable UK-based security management platform that covers the core requirements well — GPS tracking, scheduling, incident reporting, and SIA licence management.
Where TacDesk pulls ahead is in operational depth. With 11+ features that GuardHouse does not offer, TacDesk gives growing security companies the tools to run a more complete operation:
- Full client portal — give your clients real-time visibility into reports, GPS data, and body-cam footage
- Dispatcher mode and BOLO alerts — real-time operational coordination that GuardHouse does not offer
- Shift marketplace — let guards self-serve to pick up shifts, reducing your admin workload
- White-label branding — present the platform under your own brand, building client confidence
- Fleet and kit management — track vehicles, equipment, and inventory all in one place
- Transparent pricing — TacDesk publishes its pricing. GuardHouse does not
Both platforms handle the basics well — but if you need a comprehensive operations platform built for UK security, TacDesk goes much further.
Comparison based on publicly available information at time of writing. We recommend verifying current competitor offerings directly.
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