Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Plus Vs. Qolsys IQ Panel 4

Qolsys continues to be a leader in the security space. Their very popular IQ Panel 2 is still widely used by many. Now, they have created the new IQ Panel 4. The IQ4 is like an IQ2, but on steroids. They have added nice features to the IQ4, especially with the speakers and optional IQ Base.

The IQ Panel 4 and the IQ Panel 2 have basically the same user interface. So far, Qolsys has kept the same menu options, so the transition from one panel to the other is nearly seamless. The IQ4 is more powerful, better sounding, and includes more up-to-date hardware. Although those few differences are noticeable, it does not mean you need to replace your operational IQ Panel 2. However, if you need a panel replacement, the IQ Panel 4 is the way to go.

The option to choose the panel in either black or white is new to the IQ Panel 4. The IQ4 still provides all the various legacy RF receiver options that were available in the IQ Panel 2 Plus. These include the 319.5 MHz (Qolsys/GE/Interlogix) flavor, 345 MHz (Honeywell/2gig) flavor, and 433 MHz (DSC) flavor. All three (3) panel flavors that offer legacy RF receivers also support the 915 MHz PowerG frequency sensors. There is also a PowerG-only IQ Panel 4 kit that does not offer legacy receiver support. The panel in this kit is only available in white and comes in either a Verizon or an AT&T version.

See the chart below for a comprehensive comparison.

	Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Plus	Qolsys IQ Panel 4
Manufacturer	Qolsys	Qolsys
Operating System	Android 5.1	Android 9
Processor	Qualcomm Snapdragon	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 core SOM
Memory	8GB NAND Flash	16GB NAND Flash
Display Screen	7" LCD Capacitive Glass Multi-touch	7" LCD Capacitive Glass Multi-touch
Dimensions	5”H x 7.75”W x .75”D	6.1”H x 7.5”W x 1”D
Built-In Voice	Yes	Yes
Interactive Service	Alarm.com	Alarm.com
WIFI Connectivity	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac dual-band 2.4/5Ghz - includes built-in Access Point Capability	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac dual-band 2.4/5Ghz - includes built-in Access Point Capability
Cellular Connectivity	Yes (AT&T/Verizon LTE)	Yes (AT&T/Verizon, Category 4 LTE)
Z-Wave Plus	Yes (Up to 119 Devices)	Yes (Up to 137 Devices)
Bluetooth Support	Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) 4.0: For Disarming. Anker model 3102, 3108, or 3109 speaker can also be paired with the panel.	Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) 4.2: For Disarming and Audio Streaming
Encrypted Sensors	Yes (319.5 MHz S-Line/PowerG)	Yes (319.5 MHz S-Line/PowerG)
Siren	85 dB	85 dB
Speakers	1W X 2	4W X 4
Microphones	2	3 MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical System)
Camera	5MP Fixed Focus	8MP Wide Angle
User Codes	242 Total	242 Total
Power Supply	5.5VDC 1000mA 100-240VAC 50/60Hz	7VDC 1000mA 100-240VAC 50/60Hz
Battery	Lithium Polymer 3200mAh	Lithium Ion 3000mAh
Wireless Zones	128	128
Hardwired Zones	2 Built-In	No
Desk Mount	IQ Stand 2	IQP4 Stand and IQ Base w/ bulit-in Subwoofer
Color Options	White Only	White or Black