Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate
Key facts
- Vendor
- SoundThinking
- Pricing
- Subscription — Custom
- Free tier
- No
- Platforms
- Web, Api
- Best for
- Law Enforcement, Cities
- Editor rating
- 3.9 / 5
- Founded
- 1996
- Headquarters
- Fremont, CA, USA
What is SoundThinking?
SoundThinking is a public safety tool from SoundThinking. SoundThinking (formerly ShotSpotter) provides acoustic gunshot detection, case management, and crime-analytics tools for law-enforcement agencies.
SoundThinking uses subscription pricing. Custom.
It's best suited to law-enforcement, cities and runs on Web, Api.
Standout strengths include acoustic gunshot detection, crime analytics and case tools, established deployments. Worth weighing: subject of policy debate in some cities, high per-area cost.
SoundThinking pricing
Pros
- Acoustic gunshot detection
- Crime analytics and case tools
- Established deployments
Cons
- Subject of policy debate in some cities
- High per-area cost
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Frequently asked questions
What is SoundThinking?
SoundThinking (formerly ShotSpotter) provides acoustic gunshot detection, case management, and crime-analytics tools for law-enforcement agencies.
How much does SoundThinking cost?
SoundThinking is subscription-priced.
Does SoundThinking have a free trial?
SoundThinking does not advertise a free trial.
What platforms does SoundThinking support?
SoundThinking is available on Web, Api.