XProtect EssentialXProtect Essential is easy and affordable open platform video management software (VMS) for single-location businesses that require basic surveillance. It is ideal for installations that primarily capture video recordings of incidents and reactively conduct investigations. A standard viewing interface, web-based interface and mobile application provide flexible access to live and recorded video for users of all skill levels. XProtect Essential is an entry-level product that allows users to effortlessly add cameras and quickly find and export video sequences with easy-to-use video search tools. XProtect Essential is compatible with Milestone Interconnect allowing multiple XProtect Essential sites to be connected to an XProtect Corporate system.