SP+

vs. AirGarage

AirGarage provides a seamless, all-in-one platform for hiring, payments, and management—streamlining operations with automated solutions.

SP+

We took a deep dive into this company to break down their background,growth, and business model. Here’s what you need to know.

Background

SP Plus Corporation, now owned by Metropolis Technologies, is the largest parking operator in North America with over 20,000 employees at 4,000+ locations. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, SP+ and headed by CEO Alexander Israel, SP+ offers multiple mobility services, including consulting, event logistics, facility maintenance, guest services, luggage logistics, marketing services, parking management, remote management, and transportation management.

Size

4,200 locations in 100 cities

Year Founded

1929

Capabilities That Drive Real Results

Compare the features that matter. From technology to transparency, see how our offering stacks up against the competition and why the right fit makes all the difference.

Capabilities

AirGarage

SP+

Revenue Share Parking Agreements

Flexible, aligned with owner incentives

Standard

Dynamic Pricing

Level 3*: Responsive, predictive, optimized

Level 1: Dynamic and responsive. Not predictive

License Plate Recognition (LPR) Cameras

In-house, patented LPR

Fully gateless access control

Mobile QR Code payments

Proactive marketing outreach to maximize occupancy

Local presence and operations

Trained local personnel

Real-time analytics and reports

Transparent pricing and fees

Choosing the Right Parking Operator Matters

Not all operators are built the same. Here’s how our approach compares so you can choose the partner that truly aligns with your goals.

Their Approach

The Metropolis Technologies acquisition is intended to create a better customer experience through parking technology like LPR camera detection and mobile pay options, combined with SP+’ wide-reaching management and operations network. SP+ has expanded its range of parking technology solutions with the introduction of Sphere. Sphere offers a suite of tools to enable remote parking management and performance monitoring. However, many SP+ services are still primarily provided by staff that serve as consultants for clients, including internal financial management and auditing teams. This approach relies on training and managing personnel rather than leveraging technology solutions to automate standard parking management functions while maximizing revenue through dynamic pricing.

Our Approach

AirGarage takes a modern, full-stack approach to parking management—combining technology, operations, and customer service into a seamless solution. Instead of simply overseeing a property, we actively manage it to maximize revenue, improve the driver experience, and reduce headaches for owners. Our model is transparent and aligned: we only succeed when you do. That means no hidden fees, no hands-off oversight, and no outdated systems. Just real-time data, responsive support, and a commitment to keeping your property clean, safe, and profitable.

What Drivers are Saying About This Lot

Read recent ratings and comments from people who parked at this location

"Way easier than I thought it would be and I appreciate the prorated charge. Only paid for the time we were there. Very fair!"

Randall C.

"I have the AirGarage dashboard on my screen pretty much every day and it's fun to watch the number. I love having this data."

Josh M.

"AirGarage has dramatically increased revenue since switching and is very cooperative and easy to work with."

Paul L.

"AirGarage is like flipping a switch for revenue. Thank you so much for your help maximizing our revenue."

Robert B.

"We've seen an increase in revenue since switching to AirGarage. They make it very convenient for people to pay to park."

Jes S.

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