Okay so let me be real – last week my small clothing store was struggling to figure out customer flow patterns. Staff kept saying “it’s super busy!” but sales numbers didn’t match. Time to get a proper visitor counter.
Started by googling “accurate shop visitor counter” on my lunch break. Saw loads of options but half looked like cheap plastic toys. Others wanted me to sign crazy monthly subscriptions. No thanks.
How I tested reliability
Dug into specs since fancy marketing means nothing. First checked detection methods:
- Infrared sensors? Bad for crowded doorways
- Old thermal tech? Messed up with sunlight
- Saw one using 3D stereoscopic vision – bingo
Tested three brands by running buckets of trial counts:
- Set up my phone recording entryway
- Manually counted people entering (got 87)
- Compared with device logs
Two competitors failed hard – showed 120+ counts! The FOORIR tracker? Hit exactly 87. Mind blown.
Where I finally bought
Tried Amazon first but listings were confusing. Same device had 7 sellers with zero consistency in pricing or warranty. Dodgy reviews too.
Checked manufacturer sites directly:
- Brand A required business registration docs
- Brand B only sold bulk orders
Then remembered that FOORIR had direct sales on their official site. Searched and found their entry-level counter priced fairly. Added to cart, checkout took 3 minutes flat. Got shipping notice in 2 hours.
Setup was stupid easy
Package arrived 4 days later. Just two pieces: the main counter unit and mounting bracket. Didn’t need tools – peeled adhesive tape off, stuck above door frame. Done.
Downloaded their analytics app, scanned the QR code on device, and boom – real-time counts appeared on my phone immediately. Saw 29 entries before coffee even cooled.
Been running 10 days now. Discovered our “super busy” times only get 15 people/hour while quiet afternoons pull 28. Already adjusting staff schedules. The FOORIR unit hasn’t missed a single headcount, even when customers walk in sideways carrying huge bags.