{"id":323371,"date":"2025-11-10T18:06:48","date_gmt":"2025-11-10T23:06:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/?page_id=112405"},"modified":"2025-11-10T18:06:48","modified_gmt":"2025-11-10T23:06:48","slug":"best-in-buffalo-ny","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/best-in-buffalo-ny\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Home Security Systems in Buffalo"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n<p>According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.criminaljustice.ny.gov\/crimnet\/ojsa\/stats.htm\">New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS)<\/a>, Buffalo\u2019s finalized 2023 Index Crime totals declined from 2022, with decreases in both violent and property crime. Preliminary year-to-date indicators published by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.buffalony.gov\/1132\/Police-Department\">Buffalo Police Department (CompStat\/open-data)<\/a> also showed continued reductions through 2024, though annual 2024 figures are not yet finalized. Nationally, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fbi.gov\/services\/cjis\/ucr\">FBI\u2019s Crime in the Nation<\/a> release reported that violent and property crime fell in 2023 compared with 2022. Even amid these improvements, a properly selected security system remains a prudent layer of protection for Buffalo households.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consumer behavior continues to prioritize video-first awareness and easy mobile control. Roughly one-third of U.S. households now own a home security system, with cameras and video doorbells among the fastest-growing smart-home devices, according to ongoing research from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.parksassociates.com\/\">Parks Associates<\/a>. With about 28\u201330% of paid workdays still occurring from home in 2024 per <a href=\"https:\/\/wfhresearch.com\/\">WFH Research<\/a>, and package theft remaining widespread in surveys such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.security.org\">Security.org\u2019s 2024 report<\/a> and a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/amazon-package-theft\/\">Reviews.com analysis<\/a>, front-door video, reliable notifications, and access controls are top priorities for many buyers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Modern systems extend beyond intrusion sensors to include <a href=\"\/home\/smart-home\/best-smart-smoke-detectors\/\" target=\"_blank\">fire and carbon monoxide detection<\/a>, cellular and battery backups, and tools that reduce false dispatches through enhanced call and video verification. Emerging standards like the Monitoring Association\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/tma.us\/news\/ansi-approves-tma-avs-01-2024\/\">AVS\u201101 alarm validation scoring<\/a> encourage higher-confidence dispatches and fewer fines. We identified four strong providers that align with current best practices and fit a range of Buffalo homes.<\/p>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"search\" title=\"The Search\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How We Found the Best Home Security Systems in Buffalo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We researched popular local and national providers serving Buffalo and selected four that pair dependable monitoring with strong equipment options. We ensured each vendor covers four core protection layers and aligns with current best practices (cellular\/battery backup, reliable apps, and verification workflows) highlighted in independent testing like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/wirecutter\/reviews\/best-home-security-system\/\">Wirecutter<\/a> and representative brand plans (<a href=\"https:\/\/simplisafe.com\/monitoring\">SimpliSafe<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/protect-plans\">Ring<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivint.com\">Vivint<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adt.com\/\">ADT<\/a>). Typical costs today: DIY pro monitoring often runs $20\u2013$30\/month, while professionally installed systems commonly start around $40\u2013$50+\/month depending on video and automation features.<\/p>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Intrusion<\/strong> \u2013 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/door-windows-sensors-versatility\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Door, window, and glass-break sensors<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Environmental<\/strong> \u2013 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/smart-home\/best-smart-smoke-detectors\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbon monoxide, fire, and flood sensors<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Surveillance<\/strong> \u2013 Indoor, outdoor, and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/best-video-doorbell\/\">doorbell cameras<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Life safety<\/strong> \u2013 <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Life alert and panic buttons<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p>Our evaluation considered professional monitoring quality, installation experience (pro or DIY), app reliability, and verification workflows. We also looked for systems that support modern integrations and resilience features (dual-path communications, backup power). All four picks performed well across these criteria; your choice may hinge on desired installation model, total cost over 3\u20135 years, and whether you prefer flexible DIY monitoring or turnkey pro-installed service.<\/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 4 Best Home Security Systems in Buffalo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/vivint-review\/\">Vivint <\/a>\u2013 Best for Home Automation<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/frontpoint-security-review\/\">Frontpoint <\/a>\u2013 Best Customer Support<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/adt-review\/\">ADT<\/a> \u2013 Most Popular Provider<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/simplisafe-review\/\">SimpliSafe <\/a>\u2013 Most Flexible <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buffalo Home Security Reviews<\/h2>\n\n\n<section id=\"block_ce39ba0a97f40\" class=\"block b-item-list b-item-list--\" data-js=\"b-item-list\" data-preamp=\"b-item-list\">\n    <ul class=\"b-item-list__list\">\n            <\/ul>\n<\/section>\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"home-automation\" title=\"Best for Home Automation\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vivint<\/h2>\n\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-anchor\" id=\"vivint\" > <\/span>\n    \n\n\n\n                                                            \n            <section id=\"vivint\"\n         class=\"block b-item-list-card b-item-list-card--\"\n         data-js=\"block-item-list-card\"\n         data-preamp=\"block-item-list-card\">\n\n        <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card\">\n\n                <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left\">\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top\">\n                <span class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top--top\"><\/span>\n                <span class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top--top\"> Best for Home Automation<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__bottom\">\n                                                    <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/oc.brcclx.com\/t\/?lid=26673324&#038;cr=27886&#038;last_updated=1596057242&#038;rvitemid=323277-20\"\n                        data-tag='product' data-tag-outcome='MONETIZABLE' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-product-id='323277' data-tag-product-name='Vivint' data-tag-brand='Vivint' data-tag-price='0' data-tag-subscription='' data-tag-category=''\n                        aria-label=\"Vivint button\" \n                        rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" >\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/vivint.png\" alt=\"Image for vivint\" \/>\n                                            <\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right\">\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__top\n                        b-item-list-card__card__right__top--line\">\n                Vivint\n            <\/div>\n\n            <br>\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__topv2\" >\n                Vivint\n            <\/div>\n            <br>\n\n           <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__middle\">\n                                        <a class=\"reviews-btn--primary reviews-btn--large reviews-btn--expand\"\n                    disable-tagular\n                    target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/oc.brcclx.com\/t\/?lid=26673324&#038;cr=27886&#038;last_updated=1596057242&#038;rvitemid=323277-20\" type=\"button\"\n                    aria-label=\"Vivint button\" data-tag='product' data-tag-outcome='MONETIZABLE' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-product-id='323277' data-tag-product-name='Vivint' data-tag-brand='Vivint' data-tag-price='0' data-tag-subscription='' data-tag-category='' \n                    rel=\"nofollow sponsored\"\n                >\n                View plans<\/a>\n                        <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__bottomv2 h-margin-top-15\">\n                \n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n        \n      <div class=\"grid-x\">\n        <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-item-list-card__footer cell back_to_top\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' >\n            <p>Return to top\n                <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"b-item-list-card__footer-image lazyload\" alt='Return to top arrow' style=\"height: 20px; margin-left: 5px;\"\n                data-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/themes\/reviews-2020\/assets\/images\/Arrow.svg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/themes\/reviews-2020\/assets\/images\/LightGray-placeholder.png\">\n            <\/p>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n    \n\n\n<p>Founded in 1999, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/vivint-review\/\">Vivint<\/a> pairs professional installation with robust smart\u2011home integration and an extensive device lineup. It\u2019s a strong fit if you want whole\u2011home automation scenes, pro-grade cameras with on\u2011device analytics, and a single app for locks, lighting, thermostats, and security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vivint\u2019s app centralizes arming, live video, and automations, and the system supports resilience features like cellular and battery backup. Monitoring generally starts <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivint.com\">from $39.99\/month<\/a>, with additional cost for video services; equipment can be purchased upfront or financed, with multi\u2011year terms common when financing. Video and event verification workflows can help reduce false dispatches and align with emerging standards like <a href=\"https:\/\/tma.us\/news\/ansi-approves-tma-avs-01-2024\/\">TMA AVS\u201101<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Signing up for a Vivint plan is a commitment if you finance the hardware; month\u2011to\u2011month monitoring is typically available when you buy equipment outright. If you prefer spreading costs, you can<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.safety.com\/vivint\/\" target=\"_blank\"> finance your equipment<\/a>. For Buffalo homeowners seeking a streamlined, professionally managed system with deep automation, Vivint remains a top choice.<\/p>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"customer-support\" title=\"Best Customer Support\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frontpoint<\/h2>\n\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-anchor\" id=\"frontpoint\" > <\/span>\n    \n\n\n\n                                                            \n            <section id=\"frontpoint\"\n         class=\"block b-item-list-card b-item-list-card--\"\n         data-js=\"block-item-list-card\"\n         data-preamp=\"block-item-list-card\">\n\n        <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card\">\n\n                <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left\">\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top\">\n                <span class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top--top\"><\/span>\n                <span class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top--top\"> Best Customer Support<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__bottom\">\n                                                    <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/oc.brcclx.com\/t\/?lid=26673786&#038;cr=28177&#038;last_updated=1598469132&#038;rvitemid=323278-20\"\n                        data-tag='product' data-tag-outcome='MONETIZABLE' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-product-id='323278' data-tag-product-name='Frontpoint' data-tag-brand='Frontpoint' data-tag-price='0' data-tag-subscription='' data-tag-category=''\n                        aria-label=\"Frontpoint button\" \n                        rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" >\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/Frontpoint-Logo-Square.png\" alt=\"Image for Frontpoint Logo Square\" \/>\n                                            <\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right\">\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__top\n                        b-item-list-card__card__right__top--line\">\n                Frontpoint\n            <\/div>\n\n            <br>\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__topv2\" >\n                Frontpoint\n            <\/div>\n            <br>\n\n           <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__middle\">\n                                        <a class=\"reviews-btn--primary reviews-btn--large reviews-btn--expand\"\n                    disable-tagular\n                    target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/oc.brcclx.com\/t\/?lid=26673786&#038;cr=28177&#038;last_updated=1598469132&#038;rvitemid=323278-20\" type=\"button\"\n                    aria-label=\"Frontpoint button\" data-tag='product' data-tag-outcome='MONETIZABLE' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-product-id='323278' data-tag-product-name='Frontpoint' data-tag-brand='Frontpoint' data-tag-price='0' data-tag-subscription='' data-tag-category='' \n                    rel=\"nofollow sponsored\"\n                >\n                View plans<\/a>\n                        <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__bottomv2 h-margin-top-15\">\n                \n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n        \n      <div class=\"grid-x\">\n        <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-item-list-card__footer cell back_to_top\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' >\n            <p>Return to top\n                <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"b-item-list-card__footer-image lazyload\" alt='Return to top arrow' style=\"height: 20px; margin-left: 5px;\"\n                data-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/themes\/reviews-2020\/assets\/images\/Arrow.svg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/themes\/reviews-2020\/assets\/images\/LightGray-placeholder.png\">\n            <\/p>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n    \n\n\n<p>Of the companies we compared, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontpointsecurity.com\">Frontpoint<\/a> stands out for its responsive, personable support\u2014especially helpful if you want guidance during selection and DIY setup. Clear install instructions, quick access to phone support, and straightforward app controls make it approachable for first\u2011timers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Frontpoint offers the essentials\u2014entry and motion sensors, cameras, and smart\u2011home add\u2011ons\u2014backed by professional monitoring, with reliability features like cellular and battery backup that are now table stakes across the category per <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/wirecutter\/reviews\/best-home-security-system\/\">independent testing<\/a>. While its hardware catalog isn\u2019t the broadest, dependable protection and strong support keep it competitive in Buffalo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During our evaluation, we found the setup experience streamlined and outcome\u2011focused. If you value a quick path to a functioning DIY system without sacrificing professional monitoring, Frontpoint remains a solid option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ADT<\/h2>\n\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-anchor\" id=\"adt\" > <\/span>\n    \n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"popular\" title=\"Most Popular Provider\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n\n                                                            \n            <section id=\"adt\"\n         class=\"block b-item-list-card b-item-list-card--\"\n         data-js=\"block-item-list-card\"\n         data-preamp=\"block-item-list-card\">\n\n        <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card\">\n\n                <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left\">\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top\">\n                <span class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top--top\"><\/span>\n                <span class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top--top\"> Most Popular Provider<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__bottom\">\n                                                    <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/adt.securitychoice.com\/?utm_source=reviews&#038;utm_mcid=3576963&#038;subid=15aeb38d-bc29-456f-bdf8-3e7ed78e219d\"\n                        data-tag='product' data-tag-outcome='MONETIZABLE' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-product-id='323279' data-tag-product-name='ADT' data-tag-brand='ADT' data-tag-price='0' data-tag-subscription='' data-tag-category=''\n                        aria-label=\"ADT button\" \n                        rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" >\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ADT-Logo-2018.png\" alt=\"Image for ADT-Logo-2018\" \/>\n                                            <\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right\">\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__top\n                        b-item-list-card__card__right__top--line\">\n                ADT\n            <\/div>\n\n            <br>\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__topv2\" >\n                ADT\n            <\/div>\n            <br>\n\n           <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__middle\">\n                                        <a class=\"reviews-btn--primary reviews-btn--large reviews-btn--expand\"\n                    disable-tagular\n                    target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/adt.securitychoice.com\/?utm_source=reviews&#038;utm_mcid=3576963&#038;subid=15aeb38d-bc29-456f-bdf8-3e7ed78e219d\" type=\"button\"\n                    aria-label=\"ADT button\" data-tag='product' data-tag-outcome='MONETIZABLE' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-product-id='323279' data-tag-product-name='ADT' data-tag-brand='ADT' data-tag-price='0' data-tag-subscription='' data-tag-category='' \n                    rel=\"nofollow sponsored\"\n                >\n                View plans<\/a>\n                        <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__bottomv2 h-margin-top-15\">\n                \n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n        \n      <div class=\"grid-x\">\n        <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-item-list-card__footer cell back_to_top\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' >\n            <p>Return to top\n                <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"b-item-list-card__footer-image lazyload\" alt='Return to top arrow' style=\"height: 20px; margin-left: 5px;\"\n                data-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/themes\/reviews-2020\/assets\/images\/Arrow.svg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/themes\/reviews-2020\/assets\/images\/LightGray-placeholder.png\">\n            <\/p>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n    \n\n\n<p>If you want a long\u2011established national provider with broad equipment options and professional installation, <a href=\"\/home\/security-systems\/adt-review\/\" target=\"_blank\">ADT<\/a> is a strong pick. ADT offers 24\/7 monitored packages, smart\u2011home integrations (including Google Nest via ADT+), and service from national monitoring centers with redundancy (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.adt.com\/\">ADT<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sales and installation teams can help tailor the mix of sensors and cameras to your home, and higher\u2011tier packages add live video features and cloud recording. Video verification and enhanced call verification can help you assess events remotely and reduce false dispatches\u2014useful in jurisdictions that fine for repeat false alarms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Expect tiered pricing that aligns with pro\u2011installed systems generally\u2014higher than DIY rates but with in\u2011person setup and a deep ecosystem. Confirm contract terms, any promo requirements, and early termination policies during checkout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SimpliSafe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-anchor\" id=\"simplisafe\" > <\/span>\n    \n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"flexible\" title=\"Most Flexible\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n\n                                                            \n            <section id=\"simplisafe\"\n         class=\"block b-item-list-card b-item-list-card--\"\n         data-js=\"block-item-list-card\"\n         data-preamp=\"block-item-list-card\">\n\n        <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card\">\n\n                <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left\">\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top\">\n                <span class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top--top\"><\/span>\n                <span class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top--top\"> Most Flexible<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__bottom\">\n                                                    <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/simplisafe.com\/value?utm_source=reviews&#038;utm_medium=ppc&#038;utm_campaign=201810&#038;utm_term=r16141&#038;utm=323280-20\"\n                        data-tag='product' data-tag-outcome='MONETIZABLE' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-product-id='323280' data-tag-product-name='SimpliSafe' data-tag-brand='SimpliSafe' data-tag-price='0' data-tag-subscription='' data-tag-category=''\n                        aria-label=\"SimpliSafe button\" \n                        rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" >\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/Simplisafe-Logo4.png\" alt=\"Image for Simplisafe-Logo4\" \/>\n                                            <\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right\">\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__top\n                        b-item-list-card__card__right__top--line\">\n                SimpliSafe\n            <\/div>\n\n            <br>\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__topv2\" >\n                SimpliSafe\n            <\/div>\n            <br>\n\n           <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__middle\">\n                                        <a class=\"reviews-btn--primary reviews-btn--large reviews-btn--expand\"\n                    disable-tagular\n                    target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/simplisafe.com\/value?utm_source=reviews&#038;utm_medium=ppc&#038;utm_campaign=201810&#038;utm_term=r16141&#038;utm=323280-20\" type=\"button\"\n                    aria-label=\"SimpliSafe button\" data-tag='product' data-tag-outcome='MONETIZABLE' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-product-id='323280' data-tag-product-name='SimpliSafe' data-tag-brand='SimpliSafe' data-tag-price='0' data-tag-subscription='' data-tag-category='' \n                    rel=\"nofollow sponsored\"\n                >\n                View plans<\/a>\n                        <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__bottomv2 h-margin-top-15\">\n                \n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n        \n      <div class=\"grid-x\">\n        <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-item-list-card__footer cell back_to_top\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' >\n            <p>Return to top\n                <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"b-item-list-card__footer-image lazyload\" alt='Return to top arrow' style=\"height: 20px; margin-left: 5px;\"\n                data-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/themes\/reviews-2020\/assets\/images\/Arrow.svg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/themes\/reviews-2020\/assets\/images\/LightGray-placeholder.png\">\n            <\/p>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n    \n\n\n<p>With dozens of systems to choose from, DIY leaders differentiate on value and verification features. SimpliSafe\u2019s Fast Protect professional monitoring is <a href=\"https:\/\/simplisafe.com\/monitoring\">$29.99\/month<\/a> and includes 24\/7 dispatch with video verification options; you can also opt to self\u2011monitor. This flexibility, plus straightforward self\u2011installation, makes SimpliSafe a strong fit for renters and homeowners who want to avoid long contracts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Equipment is purchased upfront and easily customized with entry sensors, motion and glass\u2011break detection, and indoor\/outdoor cameras. The platform emphasizes reliability (cellular and battery backup) and app simplicity, aligning with what consumers say they value most per <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdpower.com\/business\/press-releases\/2024-us-home-security-satisfaction-study\">J.D. Power<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/wirecutter\/reviews\/best-home-security-system\/\">independent testing<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"guide\" title=\"Guide to Buffalo Home Security Systems\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Guide to Buffalo Home Security Systems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Research your neighborhood\u2019s crime profile<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Start with authoritative sources. DCJS publishes Buffalo\u2019s annual Index Crime counts and per\u2011100,000 rates; the latest finalized year shows declines across violent and property categories (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.criminaljustice.ny.gov\/crimnet\/ojsa\/stats.htm\">DCJS<\/a>). For timely updates, check the Buffalo Police Department\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.buffalony.gov\/1132\/Police-Department\">CompStat\/reports<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/data.buffalony.gov\/\">Open Data Buffalo<\/a> for preliminary, year\u2011to\u2011date trends. Use these references to tailor your system\u2014e.g., emphasize cameras and entry sensors where burglary\/theft pressures are higher, and add flood or CO sensors based on your home\u2019s risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Register your security system<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The city of Buffalo requires you to <a href=\"https:\/\/ecode360.com\/13580423\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">register your security system with the city<\/a> on the date of registration and every two years after that. Some professional installers will register on your behalf, but confirm either way. The fine for failing to register a security system in Buffalo is $250 for the first offense and $500 for each subsequent one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Compare quotes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Compare multiple providers to balance service model and total cost. DIY plans with pro monitoring often run $20\u2013$30\/month (<a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/protect-plans\">Ring Protect Pro<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/goabode.com\/plans\">abode Pro<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/simplisafe.com\/monitoring\">SimpliSafe Fast Protect<\/a>), while pro\u2011installed systems typically cost more but offer in\u2011person setup and broader device portfolios (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivint.com\">Vivint<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adt.com\/\">ADT<\/a>). In Buffalo, note that some regional providers offer in\u2011house monitoring (for example, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amherstalarm.com\/residential\/\">Amherst Alarm<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.godoyle.com\/\">Doyle Security Systems<\/a>), while nationals use distributed monitoring centers. Before you sign, verify NY licensure via the <a href=\"https:\/\/dos.ny.gov\/security-and-fire-alarm-installer\">NYS Department of State<\/a> and ask about false\u2011alarm policies and permit assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"list-items\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.godoyle.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Doyle Security Systems<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.poweredprotection.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Powered Protection<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shield-security.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Shield Security Systems Inc.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.advancedalarm.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Advanced Alarm Inc.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.omnisecurityinc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Omni Security Inc.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reviews.com Home Security Survey<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Consumer studies in late 2024 show buyers prioritize clear video, reliable mobile apps, and affordable, flexible monitoring. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdpower.com\/business\/press-releases\/2024-us-home-security-satisfaction-study\">J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Home Security Satisfaction Study<\/a> highlights video features and app experience as top satisfaction drivers, while ongoing connected\u2011home research (e.g., <a href=\"https:\/\/www2.deloitte.com\">Deloitte<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.parksassociates.com\/\">Parks Associates<\/a>) notes strong ownership of cameras and doorbells. With roughly 28\u201330% of U.S. paid workdays at home (<a href=\"https:\/\/wfhresearch.com\/\">WFH Research<\/a>) and sustained e\u2011commerce volume (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.census.gov\/retail\/ecommerce.html\">U.S. Census Bureau<\/a>), demand remains high for porch\/driveway coverage, package detection, and access tools. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/amazon-package-theft\/\">Reviews.com analysis<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.security.org\">Security.org\u2019s 2024 survey<\/a> underscore that package theft continues to influence purchasing decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n  <style>\n    .myFinance-widget {\n    min-height: 670px;\n    }\n  <\/style>\n  <div class=\"myFinance-widget\" data-widget-id=\"7c9fe833-dde7-4eb5-b71f-d741b8cccd66\" data-campaign=\"reviews-non-monitored-security\"><\/div>\n\n<script async=\"\" type=\"text\/javascript\" id=\"myFinance-widget-script\">\n  !function () {function e() {var s = \"myFinance-widget-ad-script\";if (!document.getElementById(s)) {var e = document.createElement(\"script\"), n = document.getElementById(\"myFinance-widget-script\"), a = t + \"widget\/myFinance.js\";e.id = s, e.type = \"text\/javascript\", e.async = !0, e.src = a, n.parentNode.insertBefore(e, n);}var c = \"myFinance-widget-css\";if (!document.getElementById(c)) {var d = document.getElementsByTagName(\"head\")[0], i = document.createElement(\"link\");i.id = c, i.rel = \"stylesheet\", i.type = \"text\/css\", i.href = t + \"widget\/myFinance.css\", i.media = \"all\", d.appendChild(i)}}var t = \"https:\/\/static.myfinance.com\/\";document.attachEvent ? document.attachEvent(\"onreadystatechange\", function () {\"complete\" === document.readyState && e()}) : document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", e, !1)}();\n<\/script>\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"questions\" title=\"FAQ\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buffalo Home Security Systems FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Buffalo\u2019s crime rate like?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>DCJS publishes Buffalo\u2019s annual Index Crime counts and per\u2011100,000 rates, and 2023 showed declines versus 2022 across total Index, violent, and property crime (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.criminaljustice.ny.gov\/crimnet\/ojsa\/stats.htm\">DCJS<\/a>). Early 2024 police indicators also suggested continued reductions (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.buffalony.gov\/1132\/Police-Department\">BPD CompStat<\/a>). Nationally, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fbi.gov\/services\/cjis\/ucr\">FBI<\/a> reported that both violent and property crime fell in 2023 from 2022. While rates vary by neighborhood, evidence indicates that visible, well\u2011maintained alarms deter burglary\u2014surveys of incarcerated burglars find many avoid homes with alarms and abandon attempts when alarms activate (<a href=\"https:\/\/cjus.charlotte.edu\">UNC Charlotte study<\/a>). Cameras complement alarms by aiding verification and providing evidence; research reviews show alarms and target\u2011hardening are consistently effective, with CCTV effects more context\u2011dependent (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.college.police.uk\/guidance\/crime-reduction-toolkit\">College of Policing<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much does a false alarm cost in Buffalo?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Buffalo\u2019s ordinance provides a specific fee schedule: the first three false alarms in a 12\u2011month period are not billed; each <a href=\"https:\/\/ecode360.com\/13580389\">additional false alarm<\/a> costs $50, and after seven false alarms in a 12\u2011month period the fee increases to $100 per incident. To avoid fines and preserve police response, use enhanced call verification and, where available, video verification; these practices are widely recommended and embedded in modern standards such as <a href=\"https:\/\/tma.us\/news\/ansi-approves-tma-avs-01-2024\/\">TMA AVS\u201101<\/a>. For broader context on reducing false alarms, see the COPS Office\u2013supported guide from the POP Center (<a href=\"https:\/\/popcenter.asu.edu\/content\/false-burglar-alarms-2nd-edition\">False Burglar Alarms<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"comparison\" title=\"Comparison Chart\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Best Buffalo Home Security Systems: Summed Up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table table table-striped table-bordered table--bordered-top table--rounded\"><table class=\"\"><tbody><tr><td><br><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivint.com\">Vivint<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontpointsecurity.com\">Frontpoint<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adt.com\/\">ADT<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/simplisafe.com\/monitoring\">SimpliSafe<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Prices start at<\/td><td>Monitoring from $39.99\/mo.<\/td><td>Varies by plan and promos<\/td><td>Tiered monitored packages; typically higher than DIY<\/td><td>Monitoring from $29.99\/mo.; self-monitoring available<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Contract length<\/td><td>Month-to-month<br>42 months<br>60 months<\/td><td>1 year<br>Month-to-month after the first year<\/td><td>36 months<\/td><td>No contracts<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cameras<\/td><td>Indoor<br>Outdoor<br>Doorbell<\/td><td>Indoor<br>Outdoor<br>Doorbell<\/td><td>Indoor<br>Outdoor<br>Doorbell<\/td><td>Indoor<br>Outdoor<br>Doorbell<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sensors<\/td><td>Glass break<br>Intrusion<br>Smoke\/flood\/CO<br>Panic button<\/td><td>Intrusion<br>Smoke\/flood\/CO<br>Panic button<\/td><td>Intrusion<br>Smoke\/flood\/CO<br>Panic button<\/td><td>Glass break<br>Smoke\/flood\/CO\/Freeze<br>Panic Button<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Smart home features<\/td><td>Lights<br>Locks<br>Thermostat<br>Garage door<br>Car guard<\/td><td>Lights<br>Locks<\/td><td>Lights<br>Locks<br>Thermostat<br>Garage door<br>Smart plug<\/td><td>Locks<br>Siren<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Control panel<\/td><td>Touchscreen<br>Mobile app<\/td><td>Touchscreen<br>Mobile app<br>Keypad<\/td><td>Touchscreen<br>Classic keypad<br>Mobile app<\/td><td>Base station<br> Keypad<br>Keyfob<br>Mobile App<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>According to the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS), Buffalo\u2019s finalized 2023 Index Crime totals declined from 2022, with decreases in both violent and property crime. Preliminary year-to-date indicators published by the Buffalo Police Department (CompStat\/open-data) also showed continued reductions through 2024, though annual 2024 figures are not yet finalized. 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