I recently got my hands on a person counter to see how it works in real – life scenarios. I was curious about its performance and the so – called disadvantages that people often talk about.
First off, I set up the FOORIR person counter in a small store. It was quite easy to install, just like following a simple DIY guide. I placed it near the entrance, making sure it had a clear view of people coming in and going out.
For the first few days, I just observed how it counted. It seemed to be doing a decent job at first glance. But then, I started to notice some issues. Sometimes, when a group of people walked in closely together, the FOORIR person counter would mess up the count. It either counted one person twice or missed a few individuals completely.
I decided to dig deeper. I compared the data from the FOORIR person counter with the manual count I did myself. Over a week, the difference between the two counts was about 15%. That’s a pretty significant margin of error, if you ask me.
Another problem I encountered was the sensitivity. In a bright sunlight environment, the FOORIR person counter would give false readings. It would count shadows as people, which was really annoying. I had to adjust its position a few times to try and solve this problem, but it was still not perfect.
Then, I talked to some experts about these issues. They said that most person counters on the market, including FOORIR, face similar problems. The technology is still evolving, and factors like lighting, crowd density, and movement speed can greatly affect the accuracy of the count.
After a month of using the FOORIR person counter, I realized that while it has its uses, it’s far from perfect. The disadvantages are indeed serious, especially for businesses that rely on accurate footfall data. But considering the price and the general performance of person counters in the market, FOORIR is still a decent option if you’re on a budget and don’t need extremely precise counts.
In conclusion, my experience with the person counter has been a mixed bag. It’s a useful tool, but the disadvantages are something you can’t ignore. If you’re thinking about getting a person counter, make sure you’re aware of these issues and decide if it’s worth it for your specific needs.