Hi guys, just noted you mentioned us (Waysight) above We're actually just a 2-man outfit right now, but with a history at Axis. The Waysight software LPR app works fine for some use cases, but is limited by the camera hardware itself (which obviously IP Configure and other apps would be as well for the same reasons).
For example, with the hardware-based dedicated LPR camera we sold previously, we could grab plates at 90% confidence from vehicles moving at 200 km/h in total darkness in winter-time even with dirt and snow on the plates. This is completely impossible with generic IP surveillance cameras, so the integrator has to be aware of this if you are considering using the software apps.
On the other hand, for statistics use in a city with lights and slow moving vehicles, around parking lots or gates, the on-board apps provide a pretty good value.
If there is anything you want to ask about this technology, just feel free to post