In over a decade of researching and writing about home security, we’ve learned the perfect security system for one person could be completely wrong for someone else. That’s why our home security reviews dig into what each company is best at. With that info you can find a system that’s tailored to your needs, whether you want cheap monthly monitoring, the latest home automation gear, or a system with no contract. Keep reading for help finding a security system that’s right for you.
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Vivint:
Vivint prioritizes home automation alarm. Security is crucial in a crisis, but smart home equipment comes in handy every single day. You can check to be sure your doors are locked, tweak the temperature while you’re out of town, or turn on the lights in your entryway so no one trips. Vivint has always offered quality equipment and reliable monitoring, but the company’s recent dedication to offering customers more options has earned it a new spot at the top of our list. Vivint offers industry-leading equipment and home automation integration. It introduced flexible payment options so you can get security without a contract. It offers a lower-tier plan that is more affordable than competitors’ cheapest plans.
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SimpliSafe:
SimpliSafe is the best DIY security system around. The company offers flexible payment options, and there are no long-term contracts. Each plan includes the standard security equipment. Our favorite is The Essentials kit. It’s their most popular, and for good reason: it’s a great starter kit for most homes. There are three entry sensors, for your front door, back door, and anywhere else. You can place the motion sensor in your most-trafficked hallway. SimpliSafe’s motion detection technology is fine-tuned to humans’ “unique heat signature,” so you don’t have to worry about your pets setting off a false alarm. Since the keypad is wireless, you can place it right near your front door without having to worry about finding an outlet. If someone breaks in, the Base Station sets off a 95 decibel alarm.
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ISecurity Solutions:
ISecurity Solutions will dramatically decrease the probability of your home being burgled by installing an intruder alarm tailored to your specification. Not only will home intruder alarms alert you if someone has managed to break in, they will make a subtle yet visible presence of a home burglar alarm system being installed in your home, deterring would-be criminals. They have one of the best home burglar alarm.
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Ring Alarm:
This is the latest home security system on the market, and it doesn’t disappoint. A starter kit comes with a hub, keypad, motion detector, and contact sensor. Ring also offers products such as the Alarm Flood & Freeze Sensor, Alarm Smoke and CO Listener, and Dome Siren. The company promises that soon, you’ll be able to connect other smart home devices such as smart locks or light bulbs to your system, making it a truly connected system.
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Canary All-in-One:
Those with more modest homes, such as a rented apartment, may want a simpler plug-and-play solution, such as the Canary All-in-One which retails for $169 (£129). One plastic canister provides a 1080p HD camera with night vision, a 90dB siren, an integrated temperature, air quality and humidity monitor, and the device is available in white or black to match a variety of decors.
