SimpliSafe home security alternatives

Alternatives to SimpliSafe: Which is better?

Home security companies are typically broken up into two categories: DIY and professional installation. While DIY brands tend to be less expensive systems that you install yourself, professionally installed brands tend to be far more expensive and high-end. With SimpliSafe’s abnormally large collection of quality devices, it compares both to fellow DIYers like Cove and Ring, as well as home security stalwarts like Vivint and ADT.

SimpliSafe vs. Cove: SimpliSafe and Cove both offer similarly priced equipment, DIY installation, and no long-term contracts. But Cove has a less extensive selection of equipment than SimpliSafe and doesn’t offer stand-alone sirens or temperature sensors.

SimpliSafe vs. Ring: SimpliSafe and Ring are well-known DIY providers that offer great smart home compatibility. Ring’s equipment is manufactured by Amazon and offers a nice selection of proprietary smart home equipment, but doesn’t have as many available bundles as SimpliSafe.

SimpliSafe vs. Vivint: Vivint’s systems are professionally installed, have proprietary technology, and emphasize smart-home integration. But unlike SimpliSafe, Vivint’s prices can cost well over $1,000, which if financed, adds drastically to the monthly monitoring bill.