{"id":323306,"date":"2025-11-08T00:39:48","date_gmt":"2025-11-08T05:39:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/?page_id=111373"},"modified":"2025-11-14T08:47:16","modified_gmt":"2025-11-14T13:47:16","slug":"best-in-austin-tx","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/best-in-austin-tx\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Home Security Systems in Austin of 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"review\" title=\"The Best Home Security Systems in Austin Review\"><\/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 and Ring remain top DIY systems with broad device ecosystems and easy setup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ADT offers the <a class=\"achor-toggles\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/best-monitoring\/\">best professional monitoring<\/a> options, with pro installation that now integrates Google Nest and a DIY path via ADT Self Setup backed by ADT monitoring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SimpliSafe remains our most recommended DIY pick for its flexibility, reliable performance, and contract-optional monitoring.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Austin residents want a <a class=\"achor-toggles\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/best\/\">home security system<\/a> they can trust to keep their families safe. And while it might feel overwhelming choosing from the many companies on the market, we\u2019ve narrowed it down to the best home security systems in Austin, Texas. In Austin, you\u2019ll need an alarm permit for police response, and features like person\/vehicle detection and video verification can help reduce false alarms. When choosing our favorite systems, we considered factors such as price, equipment cost, contracts, customer satisfaction, installation, and smart-home compatibility.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"picks\" title=\"Our Picks\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The 5 Best Home Security Systems in Austin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#simplisafe\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">SimpliSafe<\/a>: Best for overall DIY flexibility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#ring\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Ring<\/a>: Best for Ease of Use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#abode\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Abode<\/a>:&nbsp; Best for Apple Home compatibility<\/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> (now ADT Self Setup): Best for Professional Monitoring<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"table\" title=\"Comparison Table\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Compare the Best Austin Home Security Systems<\/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><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/simplisafe-review\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">SimpliSafe<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/ring-alarm-review\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Ring<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/abode-review\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Abode<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Arlo<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>ADT Self Setup<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Reviews.com Score<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Prices start at<\/strong><\/td><td>Varies by plan<\/td><td>Varies by plan<\/td><td>Varies by plan<\/td><td>Varies by plan<\/td><td>Varies by plan<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Contract length<\/strong><\/td><td>None<\/td><td>None<\/td><td>None<\/td><td>None<\/td><td>None<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cameras<\/strong><\/td><td>Indoor\/Outdoor\/Doorbell<\/td><td>Indoor\/Outdoor\/Doorbell<\/td><td>Indoor\/Outdoor (smaller lineup)<\/td><td>Indoor\/Outdoor\/Doorbell<\/td><td>Indoor\/Outdoor\/Doorbell (Google Nest)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sensors<\/strong><\/td><td>Door\/window, motion, glass break, smoke\/CO, temperature, flood, panic button<\/td><td>Door\/window, motion, glass break, smoke\/CO, flood, freeze, panic button, mailbox, garage door<\/td><td>Door\/window, motion, smoke, temperature, flood, panic button<\/td><td>Motion; spotlight\/floodlight deterrents; limited intrusion sensors<\/td><td>Door\/window, motion, flood<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Smart home capabilities<\/strong><\/td><td>Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Apple Watch<\/td><td>Amazon Alexa<\/td><td>Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit<\/td><td>Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit<\/td><td>Google Assistant (Nest), Amazon Alexa<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Control panel<\/strong><\/td><td>Mobile app and keypad<\/td><td>Mobile app and keypad&nbsp;<\/td><td>Mobile app and keypad<\/td><td>Mobile app<\/td><td>Mobile app<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Information accurate as of 2025<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-anchor\" id=\"simplisafe\" > <\/span>\n    \n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"best1\" title=\"SimpliSafe: Best for Flexibility\"><\/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 for Flexibility<\/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                For customers looking for a flexible system to fit their needs, look no further than SimpliSafe. The company offers extremely customizable plans with many devices to choose from.\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\">No<\/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                For customers looking for a flexible system to fit their needs, look no further than SimpliSafe. The company offers extremely customizable plans with many devices to choose from.\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>Affordable professional monitoring<\/li>\n                            <li>Customizable system<\/li>\n                            <li>Variety of smart 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>The basic plan doesn\u2019t include mobile alerts<\/li>\n                                    <li>Limited smart device integration with other brands<\/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, outdoor and doorbell cameras<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Window and door sensors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mobile phone control panel<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environmental sensors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smart locks, lighting and thermostat<\/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: $0.50\/day; includes 24\/7 professional monitoring, emergency dispatch, built-in cellular communication, and 24\/7 fire monitoring and fire department dispatch.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interactive: $0.83\/day; includes everything in the standard plan and unlimited camera recording, 30-day video recording storage, visual alarm verification with police dispatch and more.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-anchor\" id=\"ring\" > <\/span>\n    \n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"best2\" title=\"Ring: Best for Ease of Use\"><\/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\"> Best for Ease of Use<\/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                Ring has become a popular option for DIY home security because of its simple installation and ease of use.\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\">No<\/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                Ring has become a popular option for DIY home security because of its simple installation and ease of use.\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>Simple DIY installation<\/li>\n                            <li>Easy to use<\/li>\n                            <li>Affordable professional monitoring<\/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>Video storage only available with paid subscription<\/li>\n                                    <li>Base security kits don\u2019t include cameras<\/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, outdoor and doorbell cameras<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Window and door sensors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mobile phone control panel<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environmental sensors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smart locks and lighting<\/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;\">Free: includes motion-activated notifications, real-time video with live view, two-way talk and lifetime theft protection.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basic: $3\/month; includes everything in the free plan and video history, video saving and sharing, snapshot culture, people-only mode and rich notifications.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plus: $10\/month; includes everything in the basic plan and 24\/7 professional monitoring, extended warranties on all devices and 10% off Ring.com products.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-anchor\" id=\"abode\" > <\/span>\n    \n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"best3\" title=\"Abode:  Best for Self-Monitoring\"><\/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 Self-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                Abode offers a comprehensive self-monitoring plan, rivaling many of the professional monitoring plans, but at a better price.\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\">No<\/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                Abode offers a comprehensive self-monitoring plan, rivaling many of the professional monitoring plans, but at a better price.\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>Low-cost and robust self-monitoring<\/li>\n                            <li>Smart device integration with other brands<\/li>\n                            <li>Easy to install yourself<\/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>Self-monitoring plan doesn\u2019t include cellular backup<\/li>\n                                    <li>No indoor or doorbell cameras<\/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;\">Outdoor camera\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Window and door sensors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mobile phone and keypad control panel<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environmental sensors<\/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: $0.20 per day; includes push notifications, video storage, timeline, home automation and more.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pro: $0.66 per day; includes everything in standard plan and cellular connectivity, professional monitoring, free shipping, exclusive deals and homeowners insurance discounts.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-anchor\" id=\"arlo\" > <\/span>\n    \n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"best4\" title=\"Arlo: 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 doesn\u2019t offer all the bells and whistles that other companies do, but it has some of the highest-quality security cameras on the market.\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 doesn\u2019t offer all the bells and whistles that other companies do, but it has some of the highest-quality security cameras on the market.\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>High-quality security cameras<\/li>\n                            <li>Affordable self-monitoring<\/li>\n                            <li>Easy 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>No sensors or smart devices<\/li>\n                                    <li>Expensive cameras<\/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 and outdoor cameras<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doorbell cameras<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Baby monitors<\/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;\">Premier: $2.99\/month for one camera or $9.99 for up to five cameras; 2K quality, 30-day video history, advanced object detection, package detection, cloud activity zones and intelligent alerts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elite: $4.99\/month for one camera or $14.99 for up to five cameras; everything in the premier plan and 4K quality.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"blue\" title=\"Blue by ADT: Best for Professional Monitoring\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n            <span class=\"b-anchor\" id=\"blue\" > <\/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                Blue by ADT gives you the benefit of professional monitoring from one of the top companies in the market, ADT, at DIY home security prices.\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\">3.6<\/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\">No<\/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                Blue by ADT gives you the benefit of professional monitoring from one of the top companies in the market, ADT, at DIY home security prices.\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 provided by home security leader ADT<\/li>\n                            <li>Build-your-own system<\/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>No smart home devices<\/li>\n                                    <li>Limited sensors to choose from<\/li>\n                                    <li>No cellular backup with self-monitoring<\/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, outdoor, and doorbell cameras<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Window, door, and flood sensors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mobile phone control panel<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wifi extender for Blue by ADT cameras<\/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;\">DIY: free; includes mobile alerts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19.99 per month; includes mobile alerts, 24\/7 professional monitoring, cellular backup, alerts authorities in an alarm event and one free month of service.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"need-to-know\" title=\"Home Security in Austin: What You Need to Know \"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Home Security in Austin: What You Need to Know&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Austin, Texas, crime statistics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you live in Austin or are preparing to move there, it\u2019s important to be aware of the city\u2019s crime rate. Here are some recent statistics based on official Austin Police Department and Texas DPS reporting:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>After a record 88 homicides in 2021, Austin saw declines in 2022 and again in 2023. Check the APD Crime Dashboard for current year-to-date totals and rates; for neighborhood snapshots, resources like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.areavibes.com\/austin-tx\/crime\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">AreaVibes<\/a> can provide additional context.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Category trends mirror national patterns: violent crime has eased while property crime \u2014 especially motor vehicle theft \u2014 has been elevated since 2022. Use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.areavibes.com\/austin-tx\/crime\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">AreaVibes<\/a> alongside APD and Texas DPS reports to understand local patterns.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Risk varies widely by neighborhood; review official APD data and third-party <a href=\"https:\/\/www.areavibes.com\/austin-tx\/crime\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">AreaVibes<\/a> snapshots before choosing equipment, and consider cameras with person\/vehicle detection and professional video verification to reduce false alarms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Research your neighborhood<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to paying attention to Austin\u2019s crime rate overall, it\u2019s even more important that you pay attention to your particular neighborhood. This research can help you choose where to live and decide what type of security system you may need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Austin is home to nearly a million residents across many neighborhoods. Here are a few examples; always consult current data when comparing areas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.areavibes.com\/austin-tx\/north+austin\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\"><strong>North Austin<\/strong><\/a> is one of the city\u2019s largest areas with a mix of residential and commercial corridors; review recent crime and traffic patterns before selecting sensors and cameras.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.areavibes.com\/austin-tx\/franklin+park\/crime\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\"><strong>Franklin Park<\/strong><\/a> is a dense South Austin neighborhood; check current neighborhood snapshots and police data when deciding on monitoring and lighting.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.areavibes.com\/austin-tx\/pleasant+valley\/crime\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\"><strong>Pleasant Valley<\/strong><\/a> is popular with renters and students; review property-crime patterns and consider video verification features.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Register your home security system in Austin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Austin requires permits for monitored burglar and panic\/robbery alarms to receive police response. Permits renew annually; under Texas law, residential fees are capped at $50 and commercial at $250 \u2014 see the City for current amounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The purpose of the alarm registration is to reduce the number of false alarms, which direct police resources away from more important matters. Like many cities, Austin charges a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.austintexas.gov\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">fee for any false alarms<\/a> where police are called, following a tiered schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Permitted locations receive a limited number of no-fee responses per permit year; after that, false-alarm fees escalate based on incident count and whether the signal is a burglary alarm or a robbery\/panic alarm. Review the City\u2019s current schedule before activation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Operating without a valid permit can result in higher false-alarm fees and enforcement under City Code. Ensure your monitoring provider has your permit number on file.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To register your home security system in Austin, either <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crywolfservices.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">register online<\/a> or mail in an <a href=\"https:\/\/austintexas.gov\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">alarm permit application<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"how-to\" title=\"How To Choose Your Austin Home Security System \"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Choose Your Austin Home Security System&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Interior\/exterior cameras:<\/strong> One of the most important features of any home security system is the cameras. Most companies offer indoor, outdoor, and doorbell cameras. Arlo offers some of the highest quality cameras on the market, while Abode\u2019s lineup is smaller than rivals. In Austin, prioritize person\/vehicle detection and video verification to reduce false alarms and support faster, verified response.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Control panel: <\/strong>The control panel is the hub of your home security system. Many systems are app-centric with optional keypads or touchscreens. Look for cellular backup and battery backup for resilience during outages, and consider providers that support verified alarm workflows to help minimize false dispatches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Compatibility: <\/strong>Choose a system that fits your smart-home platform. ADT\u2019s newest packages integrate tightly with Google Nest; Ring aligns with Alexa; Abode is a strong choice for Apple Home users and broader third-party device compatibility. Confirm support for the assistants and devices you use most.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Storage: <\/strong>Decide how you want video stored: local (on-device or hub), cloud, or hybrid. Many free tiers offer only live view; event history and advanced analytics typically require a paid plan. Options like Ring Alarm Pro add local features; hybrid storage can keep costs down while preserving access to important clips.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Window\/door sensors: <\/strong>Entry and motion sensors are foundational for intrusion detection, and some systems add glass-break and environmental sensors. Arlo remains primarily camera-focused and has fewer intrusion sensor options than full DIY security ecosystems, which may matter if you want that extra layer of protection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Local vs. national companies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the first decisions homeowners have to make is whether to use a national or local company for their security system. While most people opt for a national provider, Austin, like other large cities, has some great local options available as well. Here are a few things to consider when choosing between a local or national company.<\/p>\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>A physical office to visit<br>Your money stays in the community<br>The company understands your city<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cons of local security company<\/td><td>Fewer financial resources<br>Potentially slower adoption of new technology<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pros of national security company<\/td><td>More up-to-date technology<br>Round-the-clock customer support<br>Greater financial resources<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cons of national security company<\/td><td>No physical location or in-person support<br>Your money leaves the community<br>The provider doesn\u2019t know your neighborhood<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"faqs\" title=\"Austin Home Security Systems FAQ\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Austin Home Security Systems FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"block_6048e436556b3\" 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>The home security systems we included in this list are intended for easy DIY installation, but you may hire a professional for extra help. <a class=\"achor-toggles\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/best-wireless\/\">Wireless systems<\/a> are easier to install than wired systems, so you might want to consider that when buying your home security devices.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_6048e44b556b4\" 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 Austin 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>There are many home security systems for Austin residents to choose from. The best one will differ for everyone based on their specific needs.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_6048e460556b5\" 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>Some companies offer free <a class=\"achor-toggles\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/best-self-monitored\/\">self-monitoring<\/a>, but Abode has the cheapest monitoring plan that still comes with more premium features.<\/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. We also considered smart-home compatibility and features that support verified response (e.g., person\/vehicle detection and video verification). 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\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">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 Austin residents want a home security system they can trust to keep their families safe. And while it might feel overwhelming choosing from the many companies on the market, we\u2019ve narrowed it down to the best home security systems in Austin, Texas. 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