Compared against the competition
Find the Best Fit for Your Security Needs.
Home security and monitoring systems can reduce your homeowners insurance premiums by up to 20% (depending on options and carrier).
| EffortlessHome | SimpliSafe (8-piece set) | Vivint Smart Home | Abode Home Security System | Ring Alarm Pro System (2nd-gen) | |
| System price | $160 (Smart Home Security and Monitoring Kit) | $280 | $500 | $239 | $200 |
| Monthly monitoring price | $21 (Security and Monitoring Plan) | $18-$28 | $30-$45 | $25 | $20 |
| Starter equipment | Home Assistant Hub/Server, 3 door/window sensors, motion detector, water leak detector, carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector, full set of home automations, remote access, cloud backups | Base station, keypad, motion sensor, four entry sensors, one panic button | Hub, two door window sensors, a motion detector, a flood sensor | Smart security hub, mini door/window sense, motion sensor, key fob | Eero Wi-Fi 6 mesh router, door-window sensors, motion detectors, a keypad, a siren and optional professional monitoring subscriptions |
| Contract required? | No | No | No | No | No |
| Setup | DIY Install (Pro install coming soon) | DIY installation | Professional installation | DIY installation | DIY installation |
| Extra features | More than a security system, a true smart home solution with private, local data, and secure devices. Includes full set of best practice automations. Highly Customizable, extensible sytem which integrates with thousands of devices. Integration with Apple Homekit, Matter, Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Secure remote access. | Customizable system, built-in Wi-Fi and cellular, integration with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant | Customizable system, integration with many third-party devices, integration with Amazon Alexa, Google Home and Z-Wave devices | Customizable system, cellular backup, integration devices from Sonos, Nest and more, integration with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Siri | Cellular-powered backup Wi-Fi, network security monitoring, local processing, storage for all of your Ring devices and integration with Alexa’s Guard Plus service |
EffortlessHome offers a comprehensive security system comparison to help you find the perfect solution for your home. Our advanced technology and customizable features make protecting your home effortless and effective.
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