{"id":323282,"date":"2025-11-08T00:30:51","date_gmt":"2025-11-08T05:30:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/?page_id=111266"},"modified":"2025-11-14T08:48:21","modified_gmt":"2025-11-14T13:48:21","slug":"best-in-columbus-oh","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/best-in-columbus-oh\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Home Security Systems in Columbus of 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"reviews-report\" title=\"Reviews Report\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reviews Report<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"is-style-blog-list\">\n<li>SimpliSafe remains a top pick for a flexible, no-contract home security system in Columbus.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The top home security companies now pair easy self-install kits with strong mobile apps, smart-home integrations, and optional 24\/7 professional monitoring without long-term contracts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other top Columbus home security providers include Ring, Abode, ADT, Arlo, and Cove.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Home security is important in Columbus, where property crime is a major share of police-reported incidents. As the capital of Ohio and the state\u2019s fastest-growing city, Columbus tracks theft, burglary, motor vehicle theft, and similar crimes on its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.columbus.gov\/publicsafety\/\">crime dashboard<\/a>. As such, it\u2019s no surprise that there\u2019s a high demand for home security systems in Columbus, Ohio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/best\/\">proven home security system<\/a> in place, you can protect your family and prepare yourself in the event of a break-in. At Reviews.com, we\u2019ve put together a list of the six best security home providers in Columbus by evaluating several criteria, including price, monitoring options, app experience, contracts, and customer satisfaction.<\/p>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"best-home-security\" title=\"Best Home Security Systems in Columbus\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The 6 Best Home Security Systems in Columbus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#simplisafe\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">SimpliSafe<\/a>: Best Home Security System Overall<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#ring\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Ring<\/a>: Most Camera Options<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#abode\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Abode<\/a>: Best for Intruder Detection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#arlo\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Arlo<\/a>: Best for High-Quality Cameras<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#blue\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Blue by ADT<\/a>: Best for Professional Monitoring<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#cove\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Cove<\/a>: Best for Emergency Services Connection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Compare the Best Home Security Systems in Columbus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table table table-striped table-bordered table--bordered-top\"><table><tbody><tr><td><br><\/td><td><strong>SimpliSafe<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Ring<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Abode<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Arlo<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>ADT<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cove<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Reviews.com Score<\/strong><\/td><td>4.4<\/td><td>4.2<\/td><td>4.25<\/td><td>4<\/td><td>3.75<\/td><td>3.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Professional monitoring starts at<\/strong><\/td><td>$19.99\/mo. (Standard) or $29.99\/mo. (Fast Protect)<\/td><td>$24.99\/mo. (Protect Pro)<\/td><td>$21.99\/mo. (Pro)<\/td><td>See Arlo Secure; professional monitoring available with Arlo Home Security System<\/td><td>~$40\u2013$60+\/mo. (typical pro-installed)<\/td><td>$17.99\/mo. (Basic) or $27.99\/mo. (Plus)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Contract length<\/strong><\/td><td>No contracts<\/td><td>No contracts<\/td><td>No contracts<\/td><td>No contracts<\/td><td>Contracts common<\/td><td>No contracts<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cameras<\/strong><\/td><td>Indoor, outdoor, doorbell<\/td><td>Indoor, outdoor, doorbell<\/td><td>Indoor, outdoor, doorbelll<\/td><td>Indoor, outdoor, doorbell<\/td><td>Indoor, outdoor, doorbell<\/td><td>Indoor<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sensors<\/strong><\/td><td>Glass break<br>Intrusion<br>Motion<br>Smoke\/CO<br>Flood<br>Freeze<br>Panic button<\/td><td>Intrusion<br>Motion<br>Smoke\/CO<br>Flood<br>Freeze<br>Panic button<\/td><td>Glass break<br>Intrusion<br>Motion<br>Temperature and humidity<br>Smoke<br>Flood<br>Panic button<br>Sirens<\/td><td>Motion sensor<br>Spotlight<br>Floodlight<br>Sirens<\/td><td>Intrusion<br>Motion<br>Flood<\/td><td>Intrusion<br>Motion<br>Smoke\/CO<br>Flood<br>Medical button<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Smart home features<\/strong><\/td><td>Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Apple Watch<\/td><td>Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa<\/td><td>Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Apple Watch<\/td><td>Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Apple Watch<\/td><td>Google Assistant (Nest)<\/td><td>Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Control panel<\/strong><\/td><td>Base station, mobile app, and keypad<\/td><td>Base station, mobile app, and keypad<\/td><td>Base station, mobile app, keypad, key fob<\/td><td>Mobile app<\/td><td>Base station, mobile app, and keypad<\/td><td>Touch screen panel, mobile app, key fob<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Information accurate as of November 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"simplisafe\" title=\"Best Home Security System Overall\"><\/span>\n    \n\n                                                \n\n\n<section id=\"simplisafe\" class=\"block b-mini-review\">\n    <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-content\">\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__logo-wrapper\">\n                            <span class=\"b-mini-review__logo-wrapper-title\">SimpliSafe<\/span>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info\">\n            <h3 class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-title\"> Best Overall Home Security System<\/h3>\n                        <p class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle b-mini-review__top-info-subtitle\"> Why we chose it<\/p>\n                                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-desc\">\n                SimpliSafe makes it easy for customers to set up their home security system with bundled packages or DIY systems. Choose between a self-monitored or professionally monitored system.\r\n\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar\">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar-button-wrapper\">\n                                <a href=\"https:\/\/simplisafe.com\/value?utm_source=reviews&#038;utm_medium=ppc&#038;utm_campaign=201810&#038;utm_term=r16141&#038;utm=323280-20\" class=\"reviews-btn--primary\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\">View plans<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings\">\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-list\">\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">4.4<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        Reviews Score\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">Score is based on company&#8217;s customer experience, financial stability, and coverage options.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">899*<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        J.D. Power\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">J.D. Power scores are based on surveys for customer satisfaction and product quality.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">None<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        Contract Requirement\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info_mobile\">\n            <p class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle b-mini-review__top-info-subtitle\">Why we chose it<\/p>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-desc\">\n                SimpliSafe makes it easy for customers to set up their home security system with bundled packages or DIY systems. Choose between a self-monitored or professionally monitored system.\r\n\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"b-mini-review__bottom-content\">\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Pros<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_pros\">\n                            <li>Mix-and-match cameras and devices<\/li>\n                            <li>Multiple monitoring options<\/li>\n                            <li>Money-back guarantee<\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n                <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Cons<\/h4>\n                <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_cons\">\n                                    <li>Professional monitoring more expensive than competitors<\/li>\n                                    <li>Limited native smart-home lineup; relies on integrations<\/li>\n                                    <li>No touch-screen control panel<\/li>\n                                <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__desc-wrapper \">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-header\">\n                <span class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-text\">Read More<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-content\">\n                            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Equipment Available<\/h4>\n                <div> <ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">Indoor\/outdoor camera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Motion sensor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smoke detector<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temperature detector<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Panic button<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water sensor<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Plans &#038; Pricing<\/h4>\n                <div> <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standard Monitoring: $19.99\/month<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fast Protect: $29.99\/month<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"ring\" title=\"Most Camera Options\"><\/span>\n    \n\n                                                \n\n\n<section id=\"ring-security\" class=\"block b-mini-review\">\n    <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-content\">\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__logo-wrapper\">\n                            <span class=\"b-mini-review__logo-wrapper-title\">Ring Security<\/span>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info\">\n            <h3 class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-title\"> Most Camera Options<\/h3>\n                        <p class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle b-mini-review__top-info-subtitle\"> Why we chose it<\/p>\n                                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-desc\">\n                As an Amazon-owned company, Ring is best known for its high-quality doorbell cameras. Choose from a range of options, including wired and wireless video doorbells and indoor\/outdoor cameras.\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar\">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar-button-wrapper\">\n                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B07D7Q6CHB\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&#038;camp=1789&#038;creative=9325&#038;creativeASIN=B07D7Q6CHB&#038;linkCode=as2&#038;linkId=e3ac90d888851b942b61847720ce171a&#038;tag=315890-20\" class=\"reviews-btn--primary\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\">View plans<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings\">\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-list\">\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">4.2<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        Reviews Score\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">Score is based on company&#8217;s customer experience, financial stability, and coverage options.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">882*<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        J.D. Power\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">J.D. Power scores are based on surveys for customer satisfaction and product quality.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">None<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        Contract Requirement\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info_mobile\">\n            <p class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle b-mini-review__top-info-subtitle\">Why we chose it<\/p>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-desc\">\n                As an Amazon-owned company, Ring is best known for its high-quality doorbell cameras. Choose from a range of options, including wired and wireless video doorbells and indoor\/outdoor cameras.\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"b-mini-review__bottom-content\">\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Pros<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_pros\">\n                            <li>Wide variety of cameras and security devices<\/li>\n                            <li>Discounts available<\/li>\n                            <li>Integration with third-party devices<\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n                <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Cons<\/h4>\n                <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_cons\">\n                                    <li>Storage requires subscription<\/li>\n                                    <li>History of security issues<\/li>\n                                <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__desc-wrapper \">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-header\">\n                <span class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-text\">Read More<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-content\">\n                            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Equipment Available<\/h4>\n                <div> <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Video doorbell<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indoor camera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor camera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Motion detector<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smoke detector<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Panic button<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Plans &#038; Pricing<\/h4>\n                <div> <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ring Protect Pro: $24.99\/month or $249.99\/year (includes 24\/7 Alarm professional monitoring)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Month-to-month; no long-term contract<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes cellular backup and video benefits at the same location under Pro<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"abode\" title=\"Best for Intruder Detection\"><\/span>\n    \n\n                                                \n\n\n<section id=\"abode\" class=\"block b-mini-review\">\n    <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-content\">\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__logo-wrapper\">\n                            <span class=\"b-mini-review__logo-wrapper-title\">abode<\/span>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info\">\n            <h3 class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-title\"> Best for Intruder Detection<\/h3>\n                        <p class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle b-mini-review__top-info-subtitle\"> Why we chose it<\/p>\n                                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-desc\">\n                If you\u2019re concerned about break-ins, Abode offers a variety of motion and intrusion detector devices to give you increased peace of mind. Keep an eye on your windows, doors, and other entrances where intruders could break in.\r\n\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar\">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar-button-wrapper\">\n                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B0793N1V54\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&#038;camp=1789&#038;creative=9325&#038;creativeASIN=B0793N1V54&#038;linkCode=as2&#038;linkId=21920057d52cd0ccab699326d7fbbb48&#038;tag=314268-20\" class=\"reviews-btn--primary\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\">View plans<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings\">\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-list\">\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">4.25<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        Reviews Score\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">Score is based on company&#8217;s customer experience, financial stability, and coverage options.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">NR<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        J.D. Power\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">J.D. Power scores are based on surveys for customer satisfaction and product quality.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">None<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        Contract Requirement\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info_mobile\">\n            <p class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle b-mini-review__top-info-subtitle\">Why we chose it<\/p>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-desc\">\n                If you\u2019re concerned about break-ins, Abode offers a variety of motion and intrusion detector devices to give you increased peace of mind. Keep an eye on your windows, doors, and other entrances where intruders could break in.\r\n\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"b-mini-review__bottom-content\">\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Pros<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_pros\">\n                            <li>Professional monitoring service cheaper than competitors\u2019<\/li>\n                            <li>Hazard and window\/door sensors available<\/li>\n                            <li>DIY installation<\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n                <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Cons<\/h4>\n                <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_cons\">\n                                    <li>Only one security camera available<\/li>\n                                    <li>Basic control panel without touch screen<\/li>\n                                    <li>Cellular backup only with subscription<\/li>\n                                <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__desc-wrapper \">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-header\">\n                <span class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-text\">Read More<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-content\">\n                            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Equipment Available<\/h4>\n                <div> <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Security camera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Door\/window sensor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glass break sensor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Motion sensor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indoor and outdoor sirens<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smart home power switch<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Plans &#038; Pricing<\/h4>\n                <div> <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pro Plan: $21.99\/month or $219.99\/year<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Month-to-month or annual; no long-term contract<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"arlo\" title=\"Best for High-Quality Cameras\"><\/span>\n    \n\n                                                \n\n\n<section id=\"arlo\" class=\"block b-mini-review\">\n    <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-content\">\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__logo-wrapper\">\n                            <span class=\"b-mini-review__logo-wrapper-title\">Arlo<\/span>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info\">\n            <h3 class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-title\"> Best for High-Quality Cameras<\/h3>\n                        <p class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle b-mini-review__top-info-subtitle\"> Why we chose it<\/p>\n                                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-desc\">\n                Arlo pairs high-resolution cameras with advanced AI detections in its Arlo Secure app, and its Home Security System adds sensors plus optional professional monitoring for a more complete setup.\r\n\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar\">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar-button-wrapper\">\n                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arlo.com\/en-us\/default.aspx\" class=\"reviews-btn--primary\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\">Learn more<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings\">\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-list\">\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">4<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        Reviews Score\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">Score is based on company&#8217;s customer experience, financial stability, and coverage options.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">NR<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        J.D. Power\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">J.D. Power scores are based on surveys for customer satisfaction and product quality.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">None<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        Contract Requirement\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info_mobile\">\n            <p class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle b-mini-review__top-info-subtitle\">Why we chose it<\/p>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-desc\">\n                Arlo pairs high-resolution cameras with advanced AI detections in its Arlo Secure app, and its Home Security System adds sensors plus optional professional monitoring for a more complete setup.\r\n\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"b-mini-review__bottom-content\">\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Pros<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_pros\">\n                            <li>Variety of camera models<\/li>\n                            <li>Multiple camera charging options<\/li>\n                            <li>Variety of accessories available<\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n                <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Cons<\/h4>\n                <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_cons\">\n                                    <li>Only one camera with basic plan<\/li>\n                                    <li>No sensors available<\/li>\n                                    <li>Video storage access only with subscription<\/li>\n                                <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__desc-wrapper \">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-header\">\n                <span class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-text\">Read More<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-content\">\n                            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Equipment Available<\/h4>\n                <div> <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Security camera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Video doorbell<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Floodlight camera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Solar panel charger<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rechargeable camera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Charging station<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Plans &#038; Pricing<\/h4>\n                <div> <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arlo Secure plans required for video features; pricing varies by plan and camera count<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional monitoring available with Arlo Home Security System; see provider for current pricing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"adt\" title=\"Best for Professional Monitoring\"><\/span>\n    \n\n                                                \n\n\n<section id=\"blue-by-adt\" class=\"block b-mini-review\">\n    <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-content\">\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__logo-wrapper\">\n                            <span class=\"b-mini-review__logo-wrapper-title\">Blue by ADT<\/span>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info\">\n            <h3 class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-title\"> Best for Professional Monitoring<\/h3>\n                        <p class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle b-mini-review__top-info-subtitle\"> Why we chose it<\/p>\n                                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-desc\">\n                ADT is one of the biggest brands in home security, and while its DIY security solutions are a top pick, its experience in professional security monitoring can\u2019t be ignored. ADT also offers Virtual Security Guard features that leverage Google Nest cameras for live agent deterrence and video verification\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar\">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar-button-wrapper\">\n                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adt.com\/protect\/diy?rvitemid=342384-20\" class=\"reviews-btn--primary\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\">View plans<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings\">\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-list\">\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">3.75 <\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        Reviews Score\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">Score is based on company&#8217;s customer experience, financial stability, and coverage options.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">880*<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        J.D. Power\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">J.D. Power scores are based on surveys for customer satisfaction and product quality.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">None<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        Contract Requirement\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info_mobile\">\n            <p class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle b-mini-review__top-info-subtitle\">Why we chose it<\/p>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-desc\">\n                ADT is one of the biggest brands in home security, and while its DIY security solutions are a top pick, its experience in professional security monitoring can\u2019t be ignored. ADT also offers Virtual Security Guard features that leverage Google Nest cameras for live agent deterrence and video verification\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"b-mini-review__bottom-content\">\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Pros<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_pros\">\n                            <li>Professional install and 24\/7 monitoring available<\/li>\n                            <li>Top-rated home security products<\/li>\n                            <li>Long-established company with nationwide coverage<\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n                <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Cons<\/h4>\n                <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_cons\">\n                                    <li>Monitoring service costs more than competitors\u2019<\/li>\n                                    <li>Emergency services alert only with subscription<\/li>\n                                    <li>Motion and hazard detectors must be purchased with security system bundle <\/li>\n                                <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__desc-wrapper \">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-header\">\n                <span class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-text\">Read More<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-content\">\n                            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Equipment Available<\/h4>\n                <div> <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Video doorbell<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indoor camera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor camera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Door\/window sensor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Motion sensor<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Plans &#038; Pricing<\/h4>\n                <div> <ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typical pro-installed monitoring: ~$40\u2013$60+\/month; ADT Self Setup offers month-to-month options<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"cove\" title=\"Best for Emergency Services Connection\"><\/span>\n    \n\n                                                \n\n\n<section id=\"cove\" class=\"block b-mini-review\">\n    <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-content\">\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__logo-wrapper\">\n                            <span class=\"b-mini-review__logo-wrapper-title\">Cove<\/span>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info\">\n            <h3 class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-title\"> Best for Emergency Services  Connection<\/h3>\n                        <p class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle b-mini-review__top-info-subtitle\"> Why we chose it<\/p>\n                                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-desc\">\n                In addition to its well-rounded selection of home security devices, Cove offers extra monitoring services with InstaText, LiveAssist, and RapidSOS to quickly connect you with authorities in case of an emergency.\r\n\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar\">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar-button-wrapper\">\n                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.covetrack.com\/29T6R6\/548B3D\/?rvitemid=315972-20\" class=\"reviews-btn--primary\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\">View plans<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings\">\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-list\">\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">3.5 <\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        Reviews Score\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">Score is based on company&#8217;s customer experience, financial stability, and coverage options.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">NR<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        J.D. Power\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">J.D. Power scores are based on surveys for customer satisfaction and product quality.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">None<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        Contract Requirement\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info_mobile\">\n            <p class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle b-mini-review__top-info-subtitle\">Why we chose it<\/p>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-desc\">\n                In addition to its well-rounded selection of home security devices, Cove offers extra monitoring services with InstaText, LiveAssist, and RapidSOS to quickly connect you with authorities in case of an emergency.\r\n\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"b-mini-review__bottom-content\">\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Pros<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_pros\">\n                            <li>Customizable bundles<\/li>\n                            <li>60-day money-back guarantee<\/li>\n                            <li>Military, first responder, and teacher discounts<\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n                <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Cons<\/h4>\n                <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_cons\">\n                                    <li>Doesn\u2019t sell its own smart home devices<\/li>\n                                    <li>No outdoor or doorbell cameras<\/li>\n                                    <li>Cove Plus required to access smartphone control<\/li>\n                                <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__desc-wrapper \">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-header\">\n                <span class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-text\">Read More<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-content\">\n                            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Equipment Available<\/h4>\n                <div> <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indoor camera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Motion detector<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Door sensor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key remote<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flood sensor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical button<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Plans &#038; Pricing<\/h4>\n                <div> <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cove Basic: $17.99\/month<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cove Plus: $27.99\/month<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*J.D. Power\u2019s <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdpower.com\/business\/press-releases\/2024-us-home-security-satisfaction-study\" class=\"achor-toggles\"><em>2024 U.S. Home Security Satisfaction Study<\/em><\/a><em>. Based on a 1,000-point scale.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"guide\" title=\"Guide to Home Security in Columbus\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Home Security in Columbus: What You Need to Know&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Columbus, Ohio, crime statistics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Considering that property offenses make up a large share of reported crime in Columbus, home security systems Columbus Ohio are definitely in demand. You can explore <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighborhoodscout.com\/oh\/columbus\/crime#description\">neighborhood crime comparisons<\/a> and review recent offense trends in the <a href=\"https:\/\/crime-data-explorer.fr.cloud.gov\/\">FBI Crime Data Explorer<\/a>:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Homicides peaked in 2021 at 204 in Columbus, declined in 2022, and remained below that peak in 2023; see the <a href=\"https:\/\/crime-data-explorer.fr.cloud.gov\/\">FBI Crime Data Explorer<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Property crime remains the city\u2019s most common offense category, with burglary, larceny\/theft, and motor vehicle theft driving demand for residential security.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>According to a <a href=\"https:\/\/communitycrimemap.com\">LexisNexis crime map<\/a>, hot spots vary by neighborhood, and concentrations of burglaries and thefts shift with seasonal and local activity patterns.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Research your neighborhood<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As the capital of Ohio and the home of Ohio State University, Columbus has many diverse neighborhoods, including Bexley, Clintonville, Franklinton, and Westerville.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you live in or plan on moving to one of these areas, it\u2019s important to understand the crime rates in your neighborhood before investing in a home security system. Having this knowledge will help you determine how robust your system should be and whether or not you should invest in professional monitoring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Find out about crime patterns in your area by checking out websites like NeighborhoodScout or Niche. On these sites, you\u2019ll get an idea about common crimes in the city, along with information about crime in particular neighborhoods. You can also check out local newspapers (like the <em>Columbus Dispatch<\/em>) to find media coverage about crimes near you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Register your home security system in Columbus<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Any new home security systems Columbus Ohio need to be registered with city authorities within 30 days of installation. It\u2019s important to submit your information accurately so that the city has an updated register of alarm systems and emergency responders have it in case of a break-in or accident at your home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how to register a security system in Columbus:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/product.cityalarmpermit.com\/FAMSCITIZEN\/columbus\/index.htm\">Columbus alarm registration website<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select \u201cApply for Registration and Pay Online\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fill out the application or download the form and submit it through mail or in-person<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay the registration fee<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Like many other cities across the country, Columbus is committed to reducing false alarms. To do so, the city has established a False Alarm Reduction Program, which issues fees for repeated false alarms.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Residents with registered security systems aren\u2019t charged for their first false alarm, but a second violation <a href=\"https:\/\/library.municode.com\/oh\/columbus\/codes\/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT5BURELICO_CH597ALUSLIALDELI\">costs $50<\/a>. If you have three or more false alarms at your property, you\u2019ll pay at least $100 per offense.<\/p>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"how-to-choose\" title=\"How to Choose\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Choose Your Columbus Home Security System<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Interior\/exterior cameras:<\/strong> Evaluate your space and determine where cameras are most needed. Depending on your budget and how much crime is in your area, you might want to position a camera at each entrance of your home. If you\u2019re tight on money or not overly worried about break-ins, you might find that motion or glass break sensors are a good alternative to cameras. Also, confirm that your exterior cameras are suitable for outdoor use and can withstand harsh Ohio winters. Newer systems use AI-powered detection and optional video verification to reduce false alerts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Control panel: <\/strong>There are many different types of home security system control panels, which can include keypads or touch-screen devices. You\u2019ll need to decide what\u2019s best for you based on your personal preferences. If you\u2019re tech-savvy and comfortable using your phone, you could opt for a base station-style, app-first home security system. With these devices, a siren will sound, and you\u2019ll get an alert sent to your mobile phone if an alarm goes off. Alternatively, you could opt for a touch-screen device that displays alerts on the control panel itself.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Compatibility: <\/strong>All of the home security companies on this list offer mobile apps, so you\u2019ll get a text, call, or push notification if there\u2019s been a disturbance at your property. Similarly, the systems we\u2019ve highlighted above are compatible with various smart home technologies, including Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Interoperability is improving across platforms, but full cross-brand alarm control remains limited.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Storage: <\/strong>If you decide to buy a video doorbell or security camera, most companies will require you to purchase a professional monitoring or cloud video plan in order to save, share, or re-watch older footage. Otherwise, you\u2019ll only have access to live video, which isn\u2019t very useful if you need to go back and get footage from a break-in. Before purchasing a new security system, check with your provider to find out what type of plan you\u2019ll need to access and download stored footage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Window\/door sensors: <\/strong>Many security home companies sell window and door sensors as part of a system bundle. These sensors are more cost-effective than interior and exterior cameras (as low as $25), so you might choose to buy one or two cameras and use sensors in other entryways at your home. Once installed, you can set up your sensors to send a mobile app notification whenever a window or door is opened.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Local vs. national companies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table table table-striped table-bordered table--bordered-top\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Pros of local security company<\/td><td>Deeper understanding of Columbus crime<br>Better able to negotiate price<br>Supports local community and businesses<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cons of local security company<\/td><td>Might not have newest technology<br>Might require in-home visit<br>Less availability over holiday periods<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pros of national security company<\/td><td>Easy-to-find product reviews<br>Many offer money-back guarantees<br>Variety of products and services<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cons of national security company<\/td><td>Difficult to arrange one-on-one consultation<br>Not familiar with Columbus market<br>Generally harder to contact support<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"faq\" title=\"FAQ\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Columbus Home Security Systems FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"block_604a93edc0b88\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">Can I self-install my home security system?<\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. Most companies offer flexible installation options, so you can have your system professionally installed or set it up yourself. Many leading systems are designed for easy self-install with peel-and-stick sensors, while pro install remains available from providers like ADT and Vivint.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_604a9415c0b89\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">What\u2019s the best Columbus home security system?<\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It depends on your budget and preferences. Each of the home security companies listed above offers its own advantages, whether you\u2019re looking for flexibility, ease of use, or affordability. Prioritize reliable sensors, a clear and responsive app experience, optional 24\/7 professional monitoring, and smart-home integrations that fit the devices you already own.<\/span><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_604a942fc0b8a\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">What\u2019s the least expensive home security system?<\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Among widely available DIY options with 24\/7 professional monitoring, the lowest monthly prices are typically under $25. From the providers on this page, Cove\u2019s Basic plan starts around $17.99\/month and SimpliSafe\u2019s Standard plan starts around $19.99\/month; Ring\u2019s Protect Pro professional monitoring is $24.99\/month. Your total cost will also depend on the equipment you purchase.<\/span><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"method\" title=\"Methodology \"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Methodology&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We evaluated home security companies based on equipment cost, monthly costs, contract options, installation and customer satisfaction to determine Reviews.com scores and create our best home security reviews. To compare home security companies with other providers across the board, we calculate each Reviews.com score based on the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Monthly Price: The lower the cost of a home security company\u2019s monthly contract, the higher the score. Inversely, the higher the cost of the monthly contract, the lower the score in this metric.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Equipment Cost: Affordability is important with home security, so we awarded higher scores to home security companies with lower prices on equipment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contracts: Reviews.com reviewed the flexibility in contracts of the home security companies. The more flexibility, like having no contracts to bind customers for long periods, the higher the score.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Customer Satisfaction: With J.D. Power\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdpower.com\/business\/press-releases\/2024-us-home-security-satisfaction-study\">2024 U.S. Home Security Satisfaction Study<\/a>, we assigned a score to each company based on the rating it received.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Installation: Just like with contracts, we award higher scores to companies that have flexible installation options, like DIY or professional options.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Reviews Report Home security is important in Columbus, where property crime is a major share of police-reported incidents. As the capital of Ohio and the state\u2019s fastest-growing city, Columbus tracks theft, burglary, motor vehicle theft, and similar crimes on its crime dashboard. 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