99.96 %
detection accuracy
LoRaWAN & NB-IoT
connectivity across selected models
In-ground & On-surface
deployment options
Built for
enforcement, guidance, analytics, and integrations
What Are IoT Parking Sensors?
IoT parking sensors are space-level vehicle detection devices that report whether a parking bay is free or occupied.
Real-time parking data
Fleximodo sensors turn each parking space into a live digital data point, allowing operators to monitor occupancy, improve parking guidance, support enforcement, and connect real-time parking data to wider parking operations.
Without heavy wired infrastructure
Fleximodo parking sensors are designed for outdoor and indoor deployments where operators need real-time occupancy visibility without heavy wired infrastructure, constant manual checks, or complex maintenance workflows. Depending on the project, deployments can scale from small pilot sites to citywide parking networks.
How Fleximodo Parking Sensors Work
Reliable Parking Detection In Real Time
Fleximodo sensors detect vehicle presence using a combination of 3-axis magnetic field sensing and nano-radar. This two-way sensing approach improves reliability in changing urban conditions and helps the system capture real parking events more consistently than time-based sampling approaches.
Parking Software
When a vehicle arrives or leaves, the sensor creates an occupancy event and sends it through LoRaWAN or NB-IoT connectivity, depending on the model. The data is then processed in the Fleximodo backend and can be used in dashboards, parking guidance, enforcement workflows, analytics, APIs, and related parking software layers.
Why Event-Based Detection Matters
Operational Clarity In Real Time
Many parking systems rely on time-based sampling, which checks slot status only every 30 to 60 seconds. Fleximodo uses event-based detection that captures each arrival and departure with more precise timing, helping operators reduce missed events and improve the quality of data used for enforcement, billing, reporting, and occupancy analytics.
Data Integrity in Any Condition
The system is also designed for data consistency during network interruptions. Event data is stored and synchronized after connectivity is restored, which helps preserve operational visibility and prevents data loss in real-world deployments.
Sensor Families
Fleximodo currently offers two main parking sensor families: Standard and Mini. Together they cover multiple deployment styles, use cases, and physical environments.
Standard
Sensor Family
The Standard sensor family is built for demanding outdoor parking environments and city-scale or operator-scale deployments. It supports real-time occupancy detection for curbside parking, open-air car parks, municipal zones, mixed-use sites, and other applications where ruggedness, long-term operation, and flexible connectivity matter most.
Explore:
Standard In-ground 2.0
Standard On-surface 2.0
Municipal parking zones
Open-air and curbside parking
Enforcement-ready deployments
LoRaWAN or NB-IoT connectivity
Mini
Sensor Family
The Mini sensor family is designed for compact installation scenarios where a smaller form factor and simpler installation are priorities. It includes Mini Interior and Mini Exterior variants for different site conditions and deployment requirements.
Explore:
Mini Interior 1.0
Mini Exterior 1.0
Compact parking layouts
Faster rollout in retrofit projects
Indoor or lighter outdoor deployments
Choose the Parking Sensor You Need
Browse our sensor models below and download technical datasheets for detailed specifications and certifications.
Best-fit environment
Indoor and compact parking environments
Connectivity
LoRaWAN
Installation
Quick installation, compact form factor
Accuracy
99.96 %
Best-fit environment
Smaller-footprint outdoor deployments
Connectivity
LoRaWAN
Installation
Quick installation, compact exterior design
Accuracy
99.96 %
Best-fit environment
Outdoor retrofit projects and exposed deployments
Connectivity
LoRaWAN, NB-IoT
Installation
On-surface installation
Accuracy
99.96 %
Best-fit environment
Outdoor and municipal deployments, low-profile installation
Connectivity
LoRaWAN, NB-IoT
Installation
In-ground installation
Accuracy
99.96 %
In-Ground vs On-Surface Parking Sensors
Choosing between in-ground and on-surface parking sensors depends on site design, installation preferences, visibility requirements, and maintenance strategy. In-ground sensors offer a lower-profile deployment style for streets and public spaces, while on-surface sensors can simplify retrofit installation and access in some project types.
Fleximodo supports both approaches through its Standard sensor family, helping parking operators select the right installation method for city streets, corporate sites, residential projects, retail locations, and mixed-use developments.
NB-IoT vs LoRaWAN Connectivity
Connectivity choice affects deployment model, network strategy, and long-term operating behavior.
Fleximodo supports LoRaWAN across multiple sensor models and NB-IoT across selected Standard models, allowing deployments to align with local infrastructure and project requirements.
For parking operators, the key question is not which protocol is universally better, but which one fits the site, geography, network availability, rollout speed, and operational goals of the project.
Estimate Parking Sensor Battery Life
Battery life depends on sensor type, connectivity settings, and parking turnover. By adjusting these parameters, you can model realistic operating conditions and understand how configuration choices affect long-term performance.
0
Estimated Lifespan
- years
Calculations are indicative and depend on traffic patterns and network conditions.
Parking Sensors vs ANPR Cameras
Solve different parts of the parking management problem
Sensors are designed for space-level occupancy detection, while ANPR focuses on vehicle identification and entry-exit recognition. In many parking environments, the strongest setup is not either-or, but a combined architecture where occupancy data and vehicle identity support guidance, enforcement, and operational workflows together.
IoT Permit Cards
Fleximodo also supports permit-based identification through IoT Permit Cards, which can pair parking sensors with parker authentication at the parking space level.
Detection Accuracy & Data Integrity
Detection quality matters because occupancy data is often used beyond simple monitoring.
It can influence parking guidance, enforcement actions, operational reporting, utilization analysis, and customer experience. Fleximodo sensors are designed to capture occupancy changes accurately, assign confidence to detections, and preserve event data through connectivity disruptions.
The system also includes calibration and testing logic that helps sensors learn the magnetic environment of a given space and correctly distinguish between FREE and BUSY states. This strengthens real-world reliability and supports consistent operation across different deployment conditions.
Built for Parking Operations
Fleximodo IoT parking sensors are not standalone devices in isolation.
They are part of a wider parking ecosystem that can support permit-based parking, parking guidance, software workflows, analytics, remote monitoring, OTA updates, and integrations with operator tools and third-party systems.
This makes the sensor layer useful not only for detecting occupancy, but for enabling real operational outcomes such as reduced cruising, better enforcement readiness, improved utilization visibility, and more scalable parking management.
Where Fleximodo Parking Sensors Are Used
From dense city streets to private residential parking, the same sensor technology delivers 99.96% detection accuracy across every environment and use case.
City Parking
Reduce urban congestion and emissions with accurate real-time occupancy detection and dynamic signage. Fleximodo's proven IoT sensors deliver reliable smart parking guidance in any weather or traffic condition
Shopping Malls & Retail Parks
Guide drivers quickly to available spaces, increasing visitor satisfaction and revenue. Our durable IoT parking sensors provide consistent real-time data for seamless retail parking management.
Hospitals & Airports
Prioritize accessible short-term parking with reliable dynamic signage and real-time availability. Fleximodo ensures uninterrupted smart parking performance for critical access in high-pressure environments.
Corporate Campuses
Streamline employee and visitor flow with dedicated bays and accurate occupancy monitoring. Our robust platform supports efficient corporate parking operations with minimal maintenance requirements.
Residential Parking
Manage resident and guest parking seamlessly with reserved bays and real-time detection. Fleximodo's enforcement-ready IoT sensors maintain order and compliance in residential parking areas.
