The Best (and Worst) of Home Security Systems of 2024
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These are some of the best home security systems of 2024. We have a full list on SafeWise.com if you want to see all ten of our picks. This year, we're keeping it simple and listing our favorites along with some of the best and worst features that come with them. Whether it's fine print or expensive monthly prices, this is the "need to know" about each of our top systems.
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Time Stamps
00:00 - Intro
0:37 - Vivint
1:46 - ADT & ADT Self Setup
2:31 - Cove
3:29 - Ring
4:44 - SimpliSafe
5:58 - Abode
6:38 - Frontpoint
7:45 - Which is your favorite?
Read our full reviews for each system on SafeWise.com:
Vivint Home Security Review
www.safewise.com/vivint/revie...
ADT Home Security Review
www.safewise.com/adt/reviews/...
Cove Home Security Review
www.safewise.com/cove-reviews...
Ring Home Security Review
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SimpliSafe Home Security Review
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Frontpoint Home Security Review
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Abode Home Security Review
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SafeWise is a team of writers and home security experts working together to find the best products out there. We test, review, and scrutinize home security systems, security cameras, security sensors, and anything designed to protect you, your family, and your home safe.
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Abode Home Security: go.safewise.com/aff_c?offer_i...
ADT Self Setup: go.safewise.com/aff_c?offer_i...
ADT: go.safewise.com/aff_c?offer_i...
Cove: go.safewise.com/aff_c?offer_i...
Frontpoint: go.safewise.com/aff_c?offer_i...
Ring: go.safewise.com/aff_c?offer_i...
SimpliSafe: go.safewise.com/aff_c?offer_i...
SimpliSafe UK: go.safewise.com/aff_c?offer_i...
Vivint: go.safewise.com/aff_c?offer_i...
Our sources:
Federal Trade Commission, "FTC Announces Claims Process for Consumers Whose Credit Reports Were Misused by Home Security Firm Vivint"
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Library of Congress, "The San Francisco call. [volume], July 09, 1899, Page 22, Image 22"
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The Detroit News, "Hazardous Traffic: the early years"
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Thank you for the shout-out! You can now connect your cameras to your Cove app! Our Cove system also integrates with Alexa and Google Assistant! 🌊
I'm on the fence with Abode because of the 3.3 Google Play Store rating.
I am a recently retired software engineer. I have an existing wired security system (doors, fire/smoke, water, floors) and an existing Lorax video system. I don't want to replace my existing hardware (though I'm willing to pay for a central adapter for the wired security devices), but I want a more friendly remote access option to the wired security and to integrate the security and video together. As a software geek I'm willing to go open source and open hardware. Any suggestions?
I switched to ring cameras for a year now, and it has huge alot of problems. A- i cant use cable, i have to use wifi (sometimes it get disconnected, i called support and they advised me to use chime pro, shitty advice because after a month the camera freaked out and refused to connect to anything so i had to take it off and try to set it up in the living room for about 2 hours) B- it only record EVENTS which was a huge downgrade from the camera i was using C-there is no local storage, i thought i would be fine with that but after a while i start to get annoyed with the “always on cloud” BS.
Vivent rep at a home show took my deposit and then sent me a contract completely different from what we agreed on. He tried to scam me two more times with a bloated contracts, so I requested a refund. I also searched the internet and found way too many people complaining about receiving used equipment that didn't work, couldn't get it replaced, couldn't cancel the contract, etc. WORST company!
Vivant is a KNOWN scam company when it comes to "contracts" and "shady" tactics. It's "tech" ONLY install process is a JOKE and screws you out of even MORE more MONEY in the long run.
Smoke and Co Sensors you can get at the big box stores and you won't have to be paying a Monthly contract.
The police will use any and all of these products against you in a court of law as well. Just beware that such surveillance can actually be used against you, the home owner!
Most of the alarm systems mentioned here off the option to "disable" cameras when you are home. I can tell you with Ring when I'm home ALL my internal cameras are disabled unless there is an "alarm trigger" situation. I also have MANY Echo show devices that have the cameras DISABLED or covered on the device to prevent recording when I or anyone else is home.
You do however make some VALID points because if you read the "terms and conditions" with these devices they can indeed snoop on you!
What're you on about sir
@@Jack-fr9bk : Ring has taken security first now after complaints and lawsuits filed!
@@Jack-fr9bk ; Just because I chose Ring doesn't mean you should. Some prefer the simplicity and basics of SimpiSafe and that fine too. Do your own research and choose the "system" that is best for you but just be aware of the added pricing for each system and what they really provide in the end of all things. In the end police/fire are only going to be able to respond so promptly given an "alert" depending on where you live so do you want to pay up to double or more to do the same thing that other systems offer for less???? Yearly costs add up to a BIG chunk-O-change over 5 years! Something to consider....
@@Jack-fr9bk : Another thing to consider is check with your Home owners Insurance policy provider as they may offer discounts on rates depending on which system you choose. For ME it is quite a bit! Which is ANOTHER yearly added cost the adds up over time!
I use Ring, and am happy with it so far.
Yes, Ring is a MUCH more simple install but still works rock-solid have have been using it since 2019! AND I get a break on my homeowners insurance policy too!
Is everything OK? Everything is great says the intruder!
You forgot to mention how systems like simplisafe don't tell you that Android 9 or higher is needed to use the mobile app. I ordered a simplisafe system but then discovered my phone was not compatible since it only has Android 7 and I cannot update my phone to Android 9. Luckily I will be getting a refund. These details should be disclosed very clearly for would be buyers of the system to see in case they have an older phone with an older version of Android.
Thanks! That's really good information to have!
I’m gonna listen to this entire video, but Vivint is by far the worst
Vivant uses TOP-NOTCH hardware but they literally RAPE you on prices and the "tech" only install methods. NOT worth it! Just LOOK at the yearly costs per year!
Why is vivint the worst?
Simplisafe couldn't even ship the damn equipment out without screwing up.
No wyze security system on list??
Wyze had some issues last year around privacy concerns and we've since stopped recommending them. They're an awesome budget option, but we didn't like the way the brand handled this situation, so we're taking a Wyze break until that's been fixed or addressed.
;LOL! Wyze is a COMPLETE joke of a "security" system! It has NO backup cellular and if your cable line is cut or your internet fails the system is rendered completely USELESS! I know several people that went with Wyze because they were SO cheap but only to discover their houses were raped because their internet cable line was cut! ANY true alarm system should have a backup cellular connection! Once your cable line is cut you will NOT get ANY notifications from the Mickey-Mouse Wyze system and then come home to a surprise that you were broken into! YOU get what you pay for! Which is NOT worth ANY price!
Abode could be the worst name for a product ever created 😅
What a joke. If you’re going to review security systems, maybe try reviewing ACTUAL security systems. Literally every system you’ve reviewed can be defeated with a $3.00 device from Amazon, have VERY easily hacked wifi. “I’ve used all of these personally”. Yea, you really seem to be quite an expert. How many systems have you installed? Programmed? Repaired?
Hi JoeWard101! I've tested, installed, and lived with five of these systems personally. Testing the pro install options like ADT and Vivint is a bit harder.
NOT true! Yes, WiFi cameras can be disabled by this $3 device you speak of but NOT the actual Alarm features like motion, door sensors smoke/CO2. ANY Alarm system that uses a key-fob to arm/disarm can be compromised and is a huge NO-NO! These are the "systems" to avoid!
I’ve done this for a living for 30 years. Your reviews are literally putting people in harms way with false information. And the alarm features can CERTAINLY be beat.