How Much Does a Turnstile Cost?
One of the most common and important questions we hear from our customers exploring entrance turnstile solutions is, “how much does a turnstile cost?” The honest answer is: it depends. Turnstile prices can range anywhere from $3,000 to $50,000 per lane or more. Turnstile pricing varies based on various factors like product type, project needs, and optional upgrades. Because of these variables, we strongly recommend consulting with a Hayward Turnstiles access control specialist when planning or budgeting for a project. Our experts will guide you to the best solution based on your unique needs.
Buying a Turnstile is like Buying a Car
Buying a turnstile is a lot like buying a car; both are highly customizable and require thoughtful consideration prior to purchasing. If you’ve ever shopped around for a new car, you probably already know that there are many options and trim levels to choose from that can change prices substantially. Car buyers weigh the costs and benefits of additional upgrades, adding the ones they consider worthwhile and omitting the ones they deem unnecessary. These added options ultimately determine the final price of the car; the more customizations and options you choose to add, the higher the price. The same is true for turnstile pricing. Anything from cabinet finish to upgrades chosen may change the final price of a turnstile. And just as a car buyer relies on a salesperson’s expertise, turnstile customers benefit from working with a Hayward Turnstiles access control specialist who can help navigate the options.
The Turnstile Buying Journey
Choosing the right turnstile system may seem like a daunting task—there are multiple types, features, and price levels to choose from. To make the process easier, we take a consultative approach, taking the time to learn about your project needs before suggesting anything. At Hayward Turnstiles, we don’t hand you a catalog and say, “Good luck”. Rather, we walk you through every step, helping you find a solution that will work for your space, security needs, and budget.
Whether you’re looking to enhance security at your job site, add card access to your busy office lobby, or simply add an exit-only enforcement solution to your amusement park, this step-by-step guide will give you clear direction. And it all starts with a few simple questions.
1.What Are Your Security Needs?
Every project is unique. That’s why we start every turnstile project design consultation with a conversation, not a price list. We take the time to learn about:
- Your installation environment (indoor vs. outdoor, lobby vs. construction site)
- Security level required (deter, detect, or deny)
- Foot traffic patterns
- Any relevant aesthetic or brand considerations and volume expectations
- Whether you need ADA compliance for handicap accessibility or special emergency egress at your entrances
From there, we help you narrow down the right type of entrance security solution from our core product categories:
- Full height turnstiles
- Optical turnstiles
- Waist high tripod turnstiles
- ADA compliant handicap gates
- Full height ADA gates
Each serves a distinct purpose. For example, full height turnstiles offer maximum security and durability, ideal for industrial settings—but they wouldn’t look at home in a modern Class-A office tower, while an optical turnstile would look beautiful on a construction site but would be torn to pieces in a matter of hours. That’s where our experience shines: we’ll draw from our 20+ years of experience to help match the function and form of the turnstile to the space it will live in.
2.What is Your Budget?
We understand that your project is subject to budget constraints. Our goal is never to push the most expensive solution—it’s to find the right one for your needs, no matter the cost.
Instead of a one-size-fits-all quote, we’ll present you with multiple options across different tiers:
- Entry-Level Solutions for simple access control needs
- Mid-Tier Options that balance performance with cost
- Premium Turnstiles with sleek finishes and advanced tech integrations
Our catalog is intentionally structured so that each product category has price points for different project sizes. And if your project isn’t the right fit for our offerings, we’ll let you know—and even recommend alternatives. In fact, when we can’t meet your needs with turnstiles, we draw from our extensive network of channel partners to get you connected with a company that offers a product more in line with your needs. After all, the goal is to be your go-to expert, not just your vendor.
3.How Do We Make Our Turnstiles Your Turnstiles?
Once you’ve selected the right turnstile type for your project, we shift the focus to customization. This is where your vision, your space, and your operational needs come to life.
Our turnstiles are designed to be modular and adaptable—meaning they don’t just work well, they work for you. Whether you want to reinforce brand identity, streamline pedestrian flow, or enhance user experience, we’ll help tailor the system to your goals.
Popular customizations include:
- Finish options like galvanized steel, stainless steel, or powder coating to match your aesthetic
- Custom signage with logos, instructions, or branded elements
- People counters to monitor usage and track foot traffic
- Directional indicator lights for traffic flow enhancement
- Push-button or toggle key activation
- Multi-directional access for flexible traffic control
- Cold weather kits for outdoor durability
- …and much more
The combination of options you choose will ultimately shape the price and performance of your system—but you’ll never be left guessing. Our specialists will walk you through each decision, showing you how different features align with your use case and helping you avoid unnecessary add-ons.
Because at the end of the day, this isn’t just about selling a turnstile—it’s about delivering a solution you’ll be proud to have at your front door.