{"id":323324,"date":"2025-11-08T00:51:33","date_gmt":"2025-11-08T05:51:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/?page_id=111379"},"modified":"2025-11-08T00:51:33","modified_gmt":"2025-11-08T05:51:33","slug":"best-in-phoenix-az","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/best-in-phoenix-az\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Home Security Systems in Phoenix"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"home-security\" title=\"The Best Home Security Systems in Phoenix\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reviews Report<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"is-style-blog-list\"><li>DIY leaders for Phoenix homeowners consistently include SimpliSafe, Ring Alarm, and Abode, with SimpliSafe frequently a top overall pick in current buyer\u2019s guides (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/wirecutter\/reviews\/the-best-home-security-system\/\">Wirecutter<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\">PCMag<\/a>).<\/li><li>Professionally installed options like ADT and Vivint remain strong, typically with higher monthly fees and contract commitments than DIY systems (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\">independent reviews<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivint.com\">Vivint pricing<\/a>).<\/li><li>DIY professional monitoring commonly runs about $20\u2013$30 per month in 2025 \u2014 for example, SimpliSafe $19.99\u2013$29.99 (<a href=\"https:\/\/simplisafe.com\/monitoring\">plans<\/a>), Ring Protect Pro $20 (<a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\">plans<\/a>), and Abode Pro $21.99 (<a href=\"https:\/\/goabode.com\">plans<\/a>).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Security alarm systems are now common in homes across the U.S., with mature DIY kits and full\u2011service professional installations available. Phoenix residents can choose flexible, no\u2011contract DIY monitoring or end\u2011to\u2011end pro setups. We\u2019re here to help you find the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/best\/\">best home security systems<\/a> Phoenix can provide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve evaluated these six home security systems in Phoenix based on cost, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/best-wireless\/\">the quality of devices<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/best-self-monitored\/\">DIY<\/a> versus <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/best-monitoring\/\">professional monitoring<\/a>, smart\u2011home compatibility, contract flexibility, and brand reputation \u2014 informed by current research from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/wirecutter\/reviews\/the-best-home-security-system\/\">Wirecutter<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\">PCMag<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdpower.com\/business\/press-releases\/2024-us-home-security-satisfaction-study\">J.D. Power<\/a>.<\/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 6 Best Home Security Systems in Phoenix<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/simplisafe-review\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">SimpliSafe<\/a>: Best overall DIY for most households<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/ring-puts-front-center\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Ring<\/a>: Best for Alexa\/Ring camera homes<\/li><li>Abode: Best for smart\u2011home integrations<\/li><li>Arlo: Best camera\u2011centric security<\/li><li>ADT: Most Well-Rounded (pro install)<\/li><li>Cove: Best for Environmental Sensors&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Compare the Best Phoenix Home Security Systems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table table table-striped table-bordered table--bordered-top\"><table class=\"\"><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>2025 snapshot<\/strong><\/td><td>Top DIY pick<\/td><td>Top DIY pick<\/td><td>Top DIY pick (smart-home)<\/td><td>Camera-first system<\/td><td>Pro install leader<\/td><td>DIY alternative<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Prices start at<\/strong><\/td><td>$19.99\u2013$29.99\/mo. monitoring<\/td><td>$20\/mo. monitoring (Protect Pro)<\/td><td>$21.99\/mo. monitoring (Pro)<\/td><td>Plans available<\/td><td>Varies by package (pro install)<\/td><td>$20\u2013$30\/mo. typical DIY range<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Contract length<\/strong><\/td><td>None<\/td><td>None<\/td><td>None<\/td><td>None<\/td><td>Varies; contracts common<\/td><td>None<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cameras<\/strong><\/td><td>Indoor\/Outdoor\/Doorbell<\/td><td>Indoor\/Outdoor\/Doorbell<\/td><td>Indoor\/Outdoor<br>Doorbell<\/td><td>Indoor\/Outdoor<\/td><td>Indoor\/Outdoor\/Doorbell (Google Nest)<\/td><td>Indoor\/Doorbell<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sensors<\/strong><\/td><td>Door\/window\/motion, water leak, temperature; optional smoke\/CO<\/td><td>Door\/window\/motion, spotlight, floodlight; optional flood\/freeze, panic button<\/td><td>Door\/window\/motion, glass break, water leak<\/td><td>Door\/window\/motion, spotlight, floodlight<\/td><td>Door\/window\/motion; smoke\/CO; water leak<\/td><td>Door\/window\/motion, glass break, smoke, CO, flood sensor<br><\/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 Home<\/td><td>Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit<\/td><td>Google Assistant (Google Nest integration)<\/td><td>Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Control panel<\/strong><\/td><td>Mobile app, key fobs, keypads<\/td><td>Mobile app<\/td><td>Mobile app, key fobs, keypads<\/td><td>Mobile app<\/td><td>Mobile app, keypad integrated on hubs<\/td><td>Mobile app, keypad integrated on hub<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Information accurate as of November, 2025<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"most-flexible\" title=\"Most Flexible\"><\/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\"> Most Flexible<\/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                It\u2019s easy to see why SimpliSafe ended up on our list. This renowned company makes it easy for customers to customize their home security needs whether they live in a small apartment or spacious house. Not only that, but SimpliSafe\u2019s robust list of available equipment should not be taken lightly.\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\">889<\/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                It\u2019s easy to see why SimpliSafe ended up on our list. This renowned company makes it easy for customers to customize their home security needs whether they live in a small apartment or spacious house. Not only that, but SimpliSafe\u2019s robust list of available equipment should not be taken lightly.\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>Stream-lined set-up<\/li>\n                            <li>Smart-device integration capabilities<\/li>\n                            <li>Affordable professional installation fee<\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n\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>Needs to catch up with other providers when it comes to customer service<\/li>\n                                        <li>Pricey upfront cost of equipment<\/li>\n                                        <li>More in-depth packages can be pricey<\/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;\">Entry 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;\">105dB siren<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smart lock<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wireless, keypad<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key fob<\/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;\">Foundation: $229<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Essentials: $259<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hearth: $374<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knox: $449<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Haven: $489<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"simplicity\" title=\"Best for Simplicity\"><\/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 Simplicity<\/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                While some of its services can be slightly pricey, Ring isn\u2019t a security company to be underestimated. Professional monitoring services can be expensive, but Ring manages to make them more affordable than many other services, as well as offering stellar equipment to watch over your home.\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                        AM Best Rate\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">AM Best rates insurance providers creditworthiness. Ratings are  based on the provider\u2019s ability to follow through with a payout when a consumer files a claim.<\/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                While some of its services can be slightly pricey, Ring isn\u2019t a security company to be underestimated. Professional monitoring services can be expensive, but Ring manages to make them more affordable than many other services, as well as offering stellar equipment to watch over your home.\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 monitoring services<\/li>\n                            <li>State-of-the-art equipment<\/li>\n                            <li>Good smart device compatibility<\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n\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>Poor ratings on app<\/li>\n                                        <li>Expensive starter kit<\/li>\n                                        <li>Equipment can be expensive<\/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;\">Outdoor camera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Window sensor<\/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;\">Motion detector<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><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;\">Basic: $30\/year<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plus: $100\/year<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"wallet\" title=\"Best for Your Wallet\"><\/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 Your Wallet<\/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                It\u2019s difficult not to appreciate Abode\u2019s low prices, especially when their equipment works so well with other smart devices and they have flexible plans. Unfortunately, Abode\u2019s installation fees can be on the pricey side, and they offer 30 days for customers to try their products risk-free.\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\">N\/A<\/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                It\u2019s difficult not to appreciate Abode\u2019s low prices, especially when their equipment works so well with other smart devices and they have flexible plans. Unfortunately, Abode\u2019s installation fees can be on the pricey side, and they offer 30 days for customers to try their products risk-free.\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>Flexible plans<\/li>\n                            <li>Easily compatible with other smart devices<\/li>\n                            <li>One of the cheapest security services on the market<\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n\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>Pushy sale process<\/li>\n                                        <li>Expensive professional installation fees<\/li>\n                                        <li>Short 30-day trial period<\/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;\">Recessed window and door 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 sensors<\/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;\">Indoor camera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Siren<\/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: $6\/mo.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pro Plan: $19.80\/mo.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"tech-features\" title=\"Best Tech Features\"><\/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 Tech Features<\/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                While they are expensive, Arlo\u2019s security cameras have been making headlines, and for good reason. Instead of focusing on other traditional security devices, Arlo has chosen to focus its efforts on video\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\">N\/A<\/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                While they are expensive, Arlo\u2019s security cameras have been making headlines, and for good reason. Instead of focusing on other traditional security devices, Arlo has chosen to focus its efforts on video\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>Easy self-monitoring through app<\/li>\n                            <li>Good BBB customer ratings<\/li>\n                            <li>High-definition video<\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n\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>Lack of traditional home security devices to purchase<\/li>\n                                        <li>Expensive equipment costs<\/li>\n                                        <li>Lengthy process to set up<\/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>Indoor camera<\/li>\n<li>Outdoor camera<\/li>\n<li>Solar panel camera<\/li>\n<li>Smarthub<\/li>\n<li>Mounts<\/li>\n<li>Chime<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Plans &#038; Pricing<\/h4>\n                <div> <ul>\n<li>Smart: free<\/li>\n<li>Premier: $2.99<\/li>\n<li>Elite: $4.99<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"well-rounded\" title=\"Most Well-Rounded\"><\/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\">  Most Well-Rounded<\/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\u2019s brand recognition is a powerful tool in itself. While customers do get locked into long contracts when they sign up with this security company, in return, they receive 24\/7 professional-quality monitoring and top-of-the-line equipment.\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\">Yes<\/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\u2019s brand recognition is a powerful tool in itself. While customers do get locked into long contracts when they sign up with this security company, in return, they receive 24\/7 professional-quality monitoring and top-of-the-line equipment.\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>$500 theft protection services<\/li>\n                            <li>More than a century\u2019s worth of security experience<\/li>\n                            <li>6-month money-back guarantee<\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n\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>Expensive professional monitoring services<\/li>\n                                        <li>Long contract required<\/li>\n                                        <li>Pricey installation services<\/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 aria-level=\"1\">Hub<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Indoor camera<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Outdoor camera<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Door sensors<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Window sensors<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Motion sensor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Plans &#038; Pricing<\/h4>\n                <div> <ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Build Your Own System: $179.99<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Starter System: $219.99<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Starter Plus System: $299.99<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">36-month contracts are required for all plans<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"environmental-sensors\" title=\"Best for Environmental Sensors\"><\/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 Environmental Sensors<\/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                Cove stands out among one of the best security companies not only because of its attractive prices but because of its sensors\u2019 capabilities. Cove\u2019s equipment is focused on keeping your home safe from external intruders and unwanted internal intruders like smoke and carbon monoxide.\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\">N\/A<\/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                Cove stands out among one of the best security companies not only because of its attractive prices but because of its sensors\u2019 capabilities. Cove\u2019s equipment is focused on keeping your home safe from external intruders and unwanted internal intruders like smoke and carbon monoxide.\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>60 days to test out products risk-free<\/li>\n                            <li>A-rating on BBB<\/li>\n                            <li>Easy installation process<\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n\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 designated outdoor camera available<\/li>\n                                        <li>App is limited to turning on and off the alarm<\/li>\n                                        <li>Does not offer professional installations<\/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;\">Door\/window sensor<\/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;\">Panic button<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">YI Indoor Camera<\/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;\">Touchscreen alarm panel<\/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: $15\/mo.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cove Plus: $25\/mo.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Customizable equipment plan based on your specific needs<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"guide\" title=\"Guide to Phoenix Home Security Systems\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Home Security in Phoenix: What You Need to Know&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Phoenix, Arizona, crime statistics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The latest complete year of official city data is 2023, available via the FBI\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/ucr.fbi.gov\/crime-data-explorer\">Crime Data Explorer<\/a> and the Arizona Department of Public Safety\u2019s annual Crime in Arizona report; Phoenix Police also publish current dashboards and maps. Nationally, violent crime declined in 2023 and early 2024, while property crime\u2014especially motor vehicle theft\u2014peaked in 2022\u20132023 before easing in 2024 (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.azdps.gov\">Arizona DPS<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.phoenix.gov\">crime maps<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/ucr.fbi.gov\/crime-data-explorer\">FBI Quarterly UCR<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Use the FBI CDE and Arizona DPS to review Phoenix\u2019s 2023 totals, rates, and offense mix for violent and property crime (<a href=\"https:\/\/ucr.fbi.gov\/crime-data-explorer\">FBI CDE<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.azdps.gov\">AZ DPS<\/a>).<\/li><li>For the latest year\u2011to\u2011date neighborhood trends, consult Phoenix Police Department dashboards and maps (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.phoenix.gov\">Phoenix PD crime statistics<\/a>).<\/li><li>Preliminary 2024 data show nationwide declines in violent and property crime versus 2023; motor vehicle theft began to ease from 2023 highs (see <a href=\"https:\/\/ucr.fbi.gov\/crime-data-explorer\">FBI Quarterly UCR<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nicb.org\">NICB Hot Spots<\/a> for context).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Research your neighborhood<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Start with Phoenix Police Department\u2019s crime statistics and mapping tools for precinct and neighborhood views, then layer in community resources and HOA guidance. Whether you live near Arcadia, Central City, the Willo Historic District, or Medlock Place, use official dashboards to compare recent burglary, larceny, robbery, and motor vehicle theft trends and tailor your security plan accordingly (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.phoenix.gov\">Phoenix PD crime statistics<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Register your home security system in Phoenix&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Phoenix requires an alarm user permit for systems capable of requesting police response. Register your address and manage contacts through the City\u2019s online portal, and be aware of escalating false\u2011alarm fees defined by ordinance. Both DIY and professionally monitored systems that can summon police fall under the permit rules (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.phoenix.gov\">Phoenix Police Alarm Unit<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/phoenixaz.citysupport.org\/\">City alarm portal<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more insight, visit the City of Phoenix\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.phoenix.gov\">Alarm Information page<\/a>. You can apply, renew, and update alarm permit details online via the <a href=\"https:\/\/phoenixaz.citysupport.org\/\">Alarm Program portal<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Choose Your Phoenix Home Security System<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Interior\/exterior cameras:<\/strong> Phoenix routinely experiences extreme heat with extended 110\u00b0F+ stretches, intense sun, dust, and monsoon outflows. Choose cameras\/enclosures with at least IP66 sealing (IP67+ preferred) and outdoor Listings (e.g., UL 50E\/NEMA 4X\/6P), verify operating temps to +60\u201365\u00b0C, add shading\/sunshields, and plan surge protection for monsoon lightning (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.weather.gov\/psr\/heat\">NWS Phoenix<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/apnews.com\">heat records<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/webstore.iec.ch\/publication\/2452\">IEC IP ratings<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ul.com\">UL 50\/50E<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ul.com\">UL 1449 SPDs<\/a>).<\/li><li><strong>Control panel: <\/strong>Prioritize hubs\/panels with cellular + battery backup and reliable app control; local automations help during internet outages. If you want a simple interface, confirm quick disarm and false\u2011alarm cancel workflows in the app and on the keypad.<\/li><li><strong>Compatibility: <\/strong>Map your ecosystem first. Ring Alarm is best in Alexa\/Ring camera homes; Abode offers broad compatibility including Apple Home; SimpliSafe integrates with major voice assistants. Matter\/Thread now improves cross\u2011platform support for locks\/sensors \u2014 verify what you need today (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/wirecutter\/reviews\/the-best-home-security-system\/\">current buyer\u2019s guides<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/csa-iot.org\">Matter 1.4<\/a>).<\/li><li><strong>Storage: <\/strong>Use activity zones and smarter notifications to reduce unnecessary clips; consider plans with person\/vehicle\/package detection or video verification to cut false alerts. Increase cloud\/local retention if your approach sees frequent activity (e.g., <a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\">Ring Protect<\/a>), or re\u2011aim cameras to focus on your property.<\/li><li><strong>Window\/door sensors: <\/strong>Choose outdoor\u2011rated gear where exposed and confirm operating ranges suitable for Phoenix\u2019s heat, dust, and monsoon moisture. Ensure magnets\/contacts are securely mounted and sheltered where possible; IP\u2011rated housings help longevity.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Local vs. national companies&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table table table-striped table-bordered table--bordered-top\"><table class=\"\"><tbody><tr><td>Pros of local security company<\/td><td>Deep knowledge of local AHJ\/permits<br>Faster on-site service<br>More customization and flexible terms<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cons of local security company<\/td><td>Resources vary; may rely on wholesale monitoring<br>Limited geographic coverage<br>Governance\/reporting may be less standardized<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pros of national security company<\/td><td>Nationwide coverage and standardized SLAs<br>Multiple UL 827\u2013listed, TMA Five Diamond monitoring centers; ASAP-to-PSAP often supported<br>Stronger investment in AI\/remote guarding and cloud platforms<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cons of national security company<\/td><td>Higher monthly fees\/longer contracts are common<br>Potential proprietary ecosystem lock-in<br>On-site service windows can be slower in some areas<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"questions\" title=\"FAQ\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Phoenix Home Security FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"block_604151daf044b\" 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\">Is SimpliSafe as good as ADT? <\/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;\">This answer depends on what you are looking for in a home security company. While both companies offer 24\/7 professional monitoring services, only SimpliSafe offers self-monitoring. SimpliSafe has a leg up on ADT when it comes to zero contract commitments; however, ADT offers $500 in theft protection with its equipment, whereas SimpliSafe offers none. <\/span><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_604151eef044c\" 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\">How much does ADT cost each month?<\/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;\">With their most basic package, ADT\u2019s Secure Package is priced at around $55.99 per month. Excluding this package, their entry-level monitoring plan costs $45.99 per month.<\/span><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_60415203f044d\" 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 and 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;\">Abode is the best bang-for-buck home security system. Even though their upfront cost is only $20 higher than their competitors, Abode dismisses the complex all-in-one plans while providing a home security system that supports professional monitoring.<\/span><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\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><li><strong>Monthly Price<\/strong>: The lower the cost of a home security company\u2019s monthly contract, the higher the score. DIY professional monitoring commonly ranges from about $20\u2013$30 per month, while professionally installed packages often start higher.<\/li><li><strong>Equipment Cost:<\/strong> Affordability is important with home security, so we awarded higher scores to home security companies with lower prices on equipment.<\/li><li><strong>Contracts<\/strong>: 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><li><strong>Customer Satisfaction<\/strong>: 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><li><strong>Installation<\/strong>: Just like with contracts, we award higher scores to companies that have flexible installation options, like DIY or professional options; modern features like video verification and cellular backup are considered in this category.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Reviews Report DIY leaders for Phoenix homeowners consistently include SimpliSafe, Ring Alarm, and Abode, with SimpliSafe frequently a top overall pick in current buyer\u2019s guides (Wirecutter; PCMag). Professionally installed options like ADT and Vivint remain strong, typically with higher monthly fees and contract commitments than DIY systems (independent reviews; Vivint pricing). 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