{"id":323718,"date":"2025-11-10T16:39:29","date_gmt":"2025-11-10T21:39:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/?page_id=127465"},"modified":"2025-11-10T16:39:29","modified_gmt":"2025-11-10T21:39:29","slug":"abode-review","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/abode-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Abode Home Security Review"},"content":{"rendered":"            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"review\" title=\"Abode Home Security Review\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reviews Report<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"is-style-blog-list\"><li>Abode earns a 4.25 out of 5 according to Reviews.com\u2019s home security scoring system&nbsp;<\/li><li>Abode provides customers with a simple DIY installation and no contract requirements.<\/li><li>Abode\u2019s Pro monitoring plan is about $22.99 per month (\u2248$0.76\/day) and includes 24\/7 professional monitoring and LTE backup (<a href=\"https:\/\/goabode.com\/plans\">see Abode plans<\/a>).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Abode is a DIY-focused smart security platform with broad third\u2011party compatibility and flexible subscriptions. Its plan lineup includes Free ($0), Standard (about $6.99\/mo), and Pro (about $22.99\/mo), plus optional camera\u2011only plans for homes that use Abode cameras without a security system. Standard adds cloud video storage and automation, while Pro adds 24\/7 professional monitoring and LTE cellular backup (<a href=\"https:\/\/goabode.com\/plans\">Abode plans<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/support.goabode.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360025286051-What-are-the-abode-plans\">plan details<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no complicated setup, no costly fees, and no long-term contracts. Abode\u2019s three-tier pricing lets you self-monitor with cloud video at about $6.99\/month or step up to professional dispatch at about $22.99\/month; annual billing typically saves about two months compared with paying monthly (<a href=\"https:\/\/goabode.com\/plans\">abode plans<\/a>). For camera-only setups, Abode offers Cam Basic at about $3.99\/month per camera or Cam Unlimited at about $6.99\/month per location, commonly with around 10 days of video history (<a href=\"https:\/\/support.goabode.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/4408797236247-abode-camera-plan\">camera plan<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In our Abode home security review, we rated its services based on pricing, equipment, and customer satisfaction, while comparing it to other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/best\/\">top home security companies<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"overview\" title=\"Overview\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<section id=\"block_6061ebcb52efb\" class=\"block b-stats-overview\">\n    <h2 class=\"b-stats-overview-title\">Abode Home Security Overview<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"b-stats-overview-grid\">\n                <div class=\"b-stats-overview-grid-item\">\n            <div class=\" b-stats-overview-grid-item-title\">\n                Reviews.com Score:\n                            <\/div>\n\n            <span class=\"b-stats-overview-grid-item-value\"> 4.25<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"b-stats-overview-grid-item\">\n            <div class=\"tooltip b-stats-overview-grid-item-title\">\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                            <\/div>\n\n            <span class=\"b-stats-overview-grid-item-value\">NR<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"b-stats-overview-grid-item\">\n            <div class=\" b-stats-overview-grid-item-title\">\n                Contract Requirement: \n                            <\/div>\n\n            <span class=\"b-stats-overview-grid-item-value\">No<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<p>Abode Home Security is a modern <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/best-diy\/\">DIY security solution<\/a> built for smart home users. It works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, and popular Z-Wave\/Zigbee accessories. Abode\u2019s recent hardware additions include wire\u2011free video options like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/abode-cam-2\">Abode Cam 2 (1080p indoor\/outdoor)<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/goabode.com\">Wireless Video Doorbell<\/a>, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techhive.com\">Edge Camera<\/a> with on\u2011device AI detections for faster, more private alerts. While Abode does not use a touchscreen hub, its app-first approach and no\u2011contract subscriptions keep costs predictable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Smart\u2011home interoperability continues to evolve toward the Matter standard (multi\u2011admin control over Wi\u2011Fi\/Thread). If you\u2019re planning a 2025\u2011ready setup, consider adding a Thread Border Router (e.g., supported gear from Amazon, Google, or Apple) so Thread\u2011based sensors and Matter devices can participate in local, reliable automations alongside your Abode system (<a href=\"https:\/\/csa-iot.org\/all-solutions\/matter\/\">CSA: Matter<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/developer.amazon.com\/en-US\/alexa\/matter\">Matter with Alexa<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/support.google.com\">Google Home + Matter<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/support.apple.com\/en-us\/HT213469\">Apple Home + Matter<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Abode Home Security is well-liked by its customers, boasting an award-winning monitoring center and an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/us\/ca\/palo-alto\/profile\/security\/abode-1216-760697\">A+ grade<\/a> from the Better Business Bureau. <\/p>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"pros-cons\" title=\"Pros vs. Cons\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<section id=\"block_6061ec0452eff\" class=\"block b-pro-cons\">\n            \n<div class=\"b-pro-cons__wrapper\">\n    <h4 class=\"b-pro-cons__title b-pro-cons__title--important\"> PROS<\/h4>\n    <ul class=\"b-pro-cons__list b-pro-cons__list--pros\">\n                                <li class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item b-pro-cons__list-item-expandable\">\n                <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-title\">Affordable monthly cost:<\/span>\n\n                                    <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-desc\">Abode\u2019s Standard self\u2011monitoring plan is about $6.99\/month (\u2248$0.23\/day), and the Pro plan with 24\/7 monitoring is about $22.99\/month \u2014 both available month\u2011to\u2011month with discounted annual billing (<a href=\"https:\/\/goabode.com\/plans\">current pricing<\/a>).<\/span>\n                            <\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item b-pro-cons__list-item-expandable\">\n                <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-title\">No contracts:<\/span>\n\n                                    <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-desc\">Abode does not require long\u2011term contracts; subscriptions are cancel\u2011anytime on monthly billing (annual plans available for savings).<\/span>\n                            <\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item b-pro-cons__list-item-expandable\">\n                <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-title\">Smart home integration:<\/span>\n\n                                    <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-desc\">Works with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, and Google Assistant; Z\u2011Wave and Zigbee device support helps build mixed\u2011brand systems. For broader ecosystem control, Matter over Wi\u2011Fi\/Thread is gaining traction across platforms (<a href=\"https:\/\/csa-iot.org\/all-solutions\/matter\/\">CSA: Matter<\/a>).<\/span>\n                            <\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item b-pro-cons__list-item-expandable\">\n                <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-title\">Lots of sensors available:<\/span>\n\n                                    <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-desc\">Beyond door\/window and motion sensors, Abode\u2019s lineup now includes wire\u2011free video options \u2014 Abode Cam 2, Wireless Video Doorbell, and the Edge Camera with on\u2011device AI detections (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/abode-cam-2\">PCMag<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/goabode.com\">Abode blog<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techhive.com\">TechHive<\/a>).<\/span>\n                            <\/li>\n                <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n    \n            \n<div class=\"b-pro-cons__wrapper\">\n    <h4 class=\"b-pro-cons__title b-pro-cons__title--important\"> CONS<\/h4>\n    <ul class=\"b-pro-cons__list b-pro-cons__list--cons\">\n                                <li class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item b-pro-cons__list-item-expandable\">\n                <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-title\">Up-front equipment costs:<\/span>\n\n                                    <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-desc\">You\u2019ll purchase equipment upfront. Abode offsets this with no required contracts and frequent bundles, but initial hardware spend can be higher than promo-heavy rivals.<\/span>\n                            <\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item b-pro-cons__list-item-expandable\">\n                <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-title\">Cloud video requires a plan:<\/span>\n\n                                    <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-desc\">Ongoing cloud recording for Abode cameras requires a subscription \u2014 either Standard\/Pro for systems or camera\u2011only plans (Cam Basic about $3.99 per camera or Cam Unlimited about $6.99 per location) (<a href=\"https:\/\/support.goabode.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/4408797236247-abode-camera-plan\">camera plan details<\/a>).<\/span>\n                            <\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item b-pro-cons__list-item-expandable\">\n                <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-title\">No touch screen hub:<\/span>\n\n                                    <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-desc\">Abode\u2019s hub does not include a touchscreen interface; control is primarily via the mobile app and keypads.<\/span>\n                            <\/li>\n                                        <li class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item b-pro-cons__list-item-expandable\">\n                <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-title\">Pro monitoring isn\u2019t the cheapest:<\/span>\n\n                                    <span class=\"b-pro-cons__list-item-desc\">Abode\u2019s Pro plan is about $22.99\/month (\u2248$0.76\/day). Some budget competitors advertise lower entry prices (e.g., Wyze at about $9.99\/month), while premium providers can cost significantly more (<a href=\"https:\/\/goabode.com\/plans\">Abode<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/wyze.com\/products\/wyze-home-monitoring\">Wyze<\/a>).<\/span>\n                            <\/li>\n                <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"highlights\" title=\"Abode Home Security Highlights\"><\/span>\n    \n\n                \n<section id=\"block_6061ec6552f08\" class=\"block b-highlights-tabs\">\n    <h2 class=\"b-highlights-tabs__title\">Abode Home Security Highlights<\/h2>\n    \n    <div class=\"b-highlights-tabs__tabs-list\">\n        <div class=\"b-highlights-tabs__tabs-list-nav\">\n                            <div class='b-highlights-tabs__tabs-list-nav-item active' data-index=\"1\"> Plans &#038; Pricing: <\/div>\n                            <div class='b-highlights-tabs__tabs-list-nav-item ' data-index=\"2\"> Installation: <\/div>\n                            <div class='b-highlights-tabs__tabs-list-nav-item ' data-index=\"3\"> Storage &#038; Compatibility: <\/div>\n                            <div class='b-highlights-tabs__tabs-list-nav-item ' data-index=\"4\"> Warranty: <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"swiper-container\">\n            <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                                        <div class=\"swiper-slide b-highlights-tabs__slide\">\n                        <div class=\"b-highlights-tabs__slide-content\" data-title=\"Plans &#038; Pricing:\">\n                            \n                                                            <div class=\"b-highlights-tabs__slide-content-alt-description\">\n                                    <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abode offers three security-system tiers: Free ($0), Standard (about $6.99\/month), and Pro (about $22.99\/month). Standard adds cloud video storage and automations; Pro adds 24\/7 professional monitoring and LTE backup. Annual billing typically provides about two months of savings compared with paying monthly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re only using Abode cameras (no security hub), camera\u2011only subscriptions are available: Cam Basic (about $3.99\/month per camera) and Cam Unlimited (about $6.99\/month per location). Pricing and inclusions are detailed on Abode\u2019s plan and support pages (<a href=\"https:\/\/goabode.com\/plans\">plans<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/support.goabode.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/4408797236247-abode-camera-plan\">camera plan<\/a>).<\/span><\/p>\n\n                                <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                                        <div class=\"swiper-slide b-highlights-tabs__slide\">\n                        <div class=\"b-highlights-tabs__slide-content\" data-title=\"Installation:\">\n                            \n                                                            <div class=\"b-highlights-tabs__slide-content-alt-description\">\n                                    <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abode equipment is designed for DIY setup with peel\u2011and\u2011stick sensors and wire\u2011free cameras and doorbells to simplify placement. Professional installation is available in select areas for an additional fee; check availability and pricing during checkout on Abode\u2019s site.<\/span><\/p>\n\n                                <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                                        <div class=\"swiper-slide b-highlights-tabs__slide\">\n                        <div class=\"b-highlights-tabs__slide-content\" data-title=\"Storage &#038; Compatibility:\">\n                            \n                                                            <div class=\"b-highlights-tabs__slide-content-alt-description\">\n                                    <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With Standard or Pro, Abode commonly provides about 10 days of cloud video history and supports recording from Abode cameras across the system (verify current retention and camera limits on the plan page). Camera\u2011only subscriptions offer similar video history per camera or per location (<a href=\"https:\/\/goabode.com\/plans\">plans<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/support.goabode.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360025286051-What-are-the-abode-plans\">plan details<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/support.goabode.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/4408797236247-abode-camera-plan\">camera plans<\/a>). Abode works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, Z\u2011Wave, and Zigbee devices. For broader smart\u2011home interoperability, the industry is converging on Matter over Wi\u2011Fi and Thread to enable multi\u2011admin control and local automations (<a href=\"https:\/\/csa-iot.org\/all-solutions\/matter\/\">CSA: Matter<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/support.apple.com\/en-us\/HT213469\">Apple Home + Matter<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/support.google.com\">Google Home + Matter<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/developer.amazon.com\/en-US\/alexa\/matter\">Alexa + Matter<\/a>).<\/span><\/p>\n\n                                <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                                        <div class=\"swiper-slide b-highlights-tabs__slide\">\n                        <div class=\"b-highlights-tabs__slide-content\" data-title=\"Warranty:\">\n                            \n                                                            <div class=\"b-highlights-tabs__slide-content-alt-description\">\n                                    <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abode offers a one\u2011year limited warranty covering material defects and malfunctions for devices you purchase, excluding misuse, abuse, or alterations. Warranty terms are not transferable.<\/span><\/p>\n\n                                <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"swiper-navigation-wrapper-refresh\">\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"table\" title=\"Comparison Table\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Abode Home Security vs. The Competition&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table table table-striped table-bordered table--bordered-top\"><table class=\"\"><tbody><tr><td>Provider<\/td><td>Reviews.com Score<\/td><td>Installation<\/td><td>Professional Monitoring Price<\/td><td>Available Equipment<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Abode<\/td><td>4.25<\/td><td>DIY or professional<\/td><td>$22.99\/mo.<\/td><td>Indoor\/Outdoor cameras<br>Doorbell camera<br>Door\/window sensors<br>Motion sensors<br>Smoke alarm<br>Water leak sensor<br>Panic button<br>Key fob\/Keypad<br>Multi-sensor<br>Smart home power switch<br><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SimpliSafe<\/td><td>4.4<\/td><td>DIY or professional<\/td><td>$19.99\/mo.<\/td><td>Indoor\/Outdoor camera<br>Doorbell camera<br>Smart lock<br>Door\/window\/motion sensor<br>Temperature\/water sensor<br>Smoke detector<br>Siren<br>Panic button<br>Key fob\/Keypad<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cove<\/td><td>3.5<\/td><td>DIY only<\/td><td>$17.99\/mo.<\/td><td>Indoor camera<br>Door\/window\/motion sensor<br>Glass break detector<br>Smoke\/water sensor<br>Medical button<br>Key remote<br>Touch alarm panel<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vivint<\/td><td>2.2<\/td><td>Professional<\/td><td>$39.99\/mo.<\/td><td>Indoor\/outdoor\/doorbell camera<br>Door\/motion sensor<br>Smart lock<br>Glass break detector<br>Smoke\/CO detector<br>Water sensor<br>Smart thermostat<br>Touch screen panel<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Information accurate as of 2025<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Abode vs. SimpliSafe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Both Abode and SimpliSafe are DIY systems with month\u2011to\u2011month flexibility. Abode stands out for Apple HomeKit support and broader third\u2011party device compatibility, while SimpliSafe emphasizes simplicity with Alexa and Google Assistant. Pricing is comparable for pro monitoring: Abode Pro is about $22.99\/mo (<a href=\"https:\/\/goabode.com\/plans\">Abode plans<\/a>) and SimpliSafe\u2019s Standard Monitoring is $19.99\/mo with a higher\u2011tier Fast Protect option at $29.99\/mo (<a href=\"https:\/\/simplisafe.com\/monitoring\">SimpliSafe monitoring<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Abode vs. Cove Security<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cove targets value with low equipment costs and affordable 24\/7 pro monitoring. Cove\u2019s Basic plan is about $17.99\/mo and Plus about $27.99\/mo, both month\u2011to\u2011month (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.covesmart.com\">Cove monitoring<\/a>). Abode gives you one of the lowest self\u2011monitoring options (Standard about $6.99\/mo) and competitive pro monitoring at about $22.99\/mo with LTE backup, all without contracts (<a href=\"https:\/\/goabode.com\/plans\">Abode plans<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Abode vs. Vivint<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Vivint is professionally installed with tightly integrated smart\u2011home equipment. Monitoring typically starts around $39.99\/mo, and financing equipment commonly involves a multi\u2011year agreement; paying for equipment upfront allows month\u2011to\u2011month service (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivint.com\">Vivint service terms<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\">U.S. News overview<\/a>). Abode is DIY\u2011friendly with no required contracts and lower monthly costs for both self\u2011 and pro\u2011monitoring (<a href=\"https:\/\/goabode.com\/plans\">Abode plans<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"faqs\" title=\"Abode FAQ \"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Abode FAQ&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"block_6061ecf152f0d\" 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\">Does Abode work with Ring doorbell? <\/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 Home Security systems are not currently compatible with the Ring doorbell. Abode offers its own <a href=\"https:\/\/goabode.com\">Wireless Video Doorbell<\/a> and is compatible with Alexa-enabled devices like the Echo family of smart speakers and displays.<\/span><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_6061ed0452f0e\" 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\">Where can I buy Abode 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;\">You can purchase devices and plans directly from Abode. Abode devices can also be purchased through online retailers like Amazon.<\/span><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_6061ed0e52f0f\" 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 is Abode security?<\/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 Home Security is a DIY smart security platform that prioritizes app control, broad compatibility, and flexible subscriptions. Plans include Free ($0) for basic self\u2011monitoring, Standard (about $6.99\/mo) for cloud video storage and automations, and Pro (about $22.99\/mo) for 24\/7 professional monitoring with LTE backup (<a href=\"https:\/\/goabode.com\/plans\">plan details<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/support.goabode.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360025286051-What-are-the-abode-plans\">support overview<\/a>). Camera\u2011only subscriptions are also available if you use Abode cameras without a security hub (<a href=\"https:\/\/support.goabode.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/4408797236247-abode-camera-plan\">camera plan<\/a>).<\/span><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_6061ed1e52f10\" 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 do you install Abode 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 systems are built for DIY installation with peel\u2011and\u2011stick sensors and wire\u2011free video options (battery cameras and a wireless video doorbell) that reduce drilling. If you prefer, Abode offers professional installation in select areas for an additional fee. Check availability during checkout on Abode\u2019s site.<\/span><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"method\" title=\"Methodology\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Methodology<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We evaluated Abode\u2019s home security systems 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>Monthly Price: The lower the cost of a home security company\u2019s monthly contract, the higher the score. Inversely, the higher the cost of the monthly contract, the lower the score in this metric.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Equipment Cost: Affordability is important with home security, so we awarded higher scores to home security companies with lower prices on equipment.<\/li><li>Contracts: Reviews.com reviewed the flexibility in contracts of the home security companies. The more flexibility, like having no contracts to bind customers for long periods, the higher the score.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Customer Satisfaction: We benchmarked against independent indices and transparency reports including J.D. Power\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdpower.com\/business\/press-releases\/2020-home-security-satisfaction-study\">Home Security Satisfaction Study<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forrester.com\">Forrester\u2019s US CX Index (2024)<\/a>, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theacsi.org\">American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) 2025 press releases<\/a> to contextualize brand performance and customer experience trends.<\/li><li>Installation: Just like with contracts, we award higher scores to companies that have flexible installation options, like DIY or professional options.<\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Reviews Report Abode earns a 4.25 out of 5 according to Reviews.com\u2019s home security scoring system&nbsp; Abode provides customers with a simple DIY installation and no contract requirements. Abode\u2019s Pro monitoring plan is about $22.99 per month (\u2248$0.76\/day) and includes 24\/7 professional monitoring and LTE backup (see Abode plans). 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