{"id":323855,"date":"2025-11-14T05:16:26","date_gmt":"2025-11-14T10:16:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/?page_id=134844"},"modified":"2025-11-14T08:49:09","modified_gmt":"2025-11-14T13:49:09","slug":"best-in-houston-tx","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/best-in-houston-tx\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Home Security Systems in Houston of 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"report\" title=\"Reviews Report\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reviews Report<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"is-style-blog-list\">\n<li>Independent 2024\u20132025 guides continue to rank SimpliSafe among the top DIY home security choices for Houston households, with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/wirecutter\/reviews\/the-best-home-security-system\/\">Wirecutter<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/picks\/the-best-home-security-systems\">PCMag<\/a> also highlighting Ring, Abode, Arlo, and ADT Self Setup for their flexibility, device ecosystems, and monitoring options.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To narrow our list, we compared price, contract length, equipment and smart device compatibility, privacy posture (e.g., Ring\u2019s 2024 shift on police video requests), and whether providers offer modern video verification\/validation workflows like <a href=\"https:\/\/tma.us\/standards\/avs-01\/\">TMA AVS-01<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The top systems favored today are DIY-first with optional month-to-month professional monitoring and no long-term commitments, while pro-installed leaders (Vivint, ADT) remain strong options for full-service setups.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re new to the Houston area or a native, adding a home security system has many benefits. Securing your home against intrusions and events such as a fire or a flood can reduce the risk of costly losses and, in some cases, earn an insurance discount. Newer systems increasingly pair sensors with video for faster alarm validation to reduce false dispatches (see <a href=\"https:\/\/tma.us\/standards\/avs-01\/\">AVS-01<\/a>).<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t have to spend a fortune to buy and install a system. Today\u2019s state\u2011of\u2011the\u2011art systems are wireless and DIY. Typical DIY starter kits run about $200\u2013$600, with professional monitoring commonly $20\u2013$30\/month; pro\u2011installed systems often run $45\u2013$65+\/month depending on features (<a class=\"achor-toggles\" href=\"https:\/\/simplisafe.com\/monitoring\">SimpliSafe<\/a>, <a class=\"achor-toggles\" href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/protect-plans\">Ring<\/a>, <a class=\"achor-toggles\" href=\"https:\/\/www.adt.com\/packages\">ADT<\/a>, <a class=\"achor-toggles\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivint.com\/pricing\">Vivint<\/a>). We analyzed the leading <a class=\"achor-toggles\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/best\/\">best systems<\/a> available from home security companies serving Houston, factoring in ecosystem fit and recent developments like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theverge.com\/2024\/1\/8\/24027908\/abode-edge-diy-smart-home-security-system-wifi-no-hub\">Abode Edge (hubless Wi\u2011Fi)<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/picks\/the-best-home-security-systems\">Arlo\u2019s all\u2011in\u2011one sensors<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/home\/security\/best-home-security-systems\/\">ADT Self Setup<\/a>.<br><\/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 Houston<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#simplisafe\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">SimpliSafe<\/a>: Best Overall Houston Security System<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#ring\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Ring<\/a>: Best for Devices and Accessories<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#abode\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Abode<\/a>: Best for Smart Device Compatibility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#arlo\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Arlo<\/a>: Best for High-Quality Video<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#blue\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Blue by ADT<\/a>: Best Professional Monitoring Subscription (now replaced by ADT Self Setup)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#cove\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Cove<\/a>: Best for Money-Back Guarantee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"compare\" title=\"Comparison Table\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Compare the Best Houston Home Security Systems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table table table-striped table-bordered table--bordered-top\"><table><tbody><tr><td><br><\/td><td><strong>SimpliSafe<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Ring<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Abode<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Arlo<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Blue by ADT (now ADT Self Setup)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cove<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Reviews.com Score<\/strong><\/td><td>4.4<\/td><td>4.2<\/td><td>4.25<\/td><td>4<\/td><td>3.6<\/td><td>3.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Monitoring prices start at<\/strong><\/td><td>$19.99\/month<\/td><td><a class=\"achor-toggles\" href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/protect-plans\"><strong>$20<\/strong><\/a>\/month<\/td><td>$6\/month (self) or $22.99\/month (pro)<\/td><td>Varies; optional pro monitoring<\/td><td>~$20\u2013$30\/month (DIY pro monitoring)<\/td><td>$0.50\/day<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Contract length<\/strong><\/td><td>None<\/td><td>None<\/td><td>None<\/td><td>None<\/td><td>None<\/td><td>None<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cameras<\/strong><\/td><td>Indoor<br>Outdoor<br>Doorbell<\/td><td>Indoor<br>Outdoor<br>Doorbell<\/td><td>Indoor<br>Outdoor<\/td><td>Indoor<br>Outdoor<br>Doorbell<\/td><td>Indoor<br>Outdoor<br>Doorbell<\/td><td>Indoor<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sensors<\/strong><\/td><td>Glass break<br>Intrusion<br>Smoke\/CO<br>Flood<br>Freeze<br>Panic button<\/td><td>Glass break<br>Intrusion<br>Smoke\/CO<br>Flood<br>Freeze<br>Panic button<\/td><td>Glass break<br>Intrusion<br>Smoke\/CO<br>Flood<br>Freeze<br>Panic button<\/td><td>Multi\u2011function sensors (entry, motion, environmental)<\/td><td>Intrusion<br>Flood<\/td><td>Glass break<br>Intrusion<br>Smoke\/CO<br>Flood<br>Panic button<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Smart home integration<\/strong><\/td><td>Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Apple Watch<\/td><td>Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa<\/td><td>Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit<\/td><td>Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Apple Watch<\/td><td>Google Home (Nest), ADT+ app<\/td><td>Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Control panel<\/strong><\/td><td>Mobile app and keypad<\/td><td>Mobile app and keypad<\/td><td>Mobile app and keypad<\/td><td>Mobile app<\/td><td>Mobile app and keypad<\/td><td>Touchscreen panel and mobile app<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p> <em>Information updated as of 2025; pricing and features subject to change. See independent overviews from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/wirecutter\/reviews\/the-best-home-security-system\/\">Wirecutter<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/picks\/the-best-home-security-systems\">PCMag<\/a>.<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"simplisafe\" title=\"Best Overall Houston Security System\"><\/span>\n    \n\n                                                \n\n\n<section id=\"simplisafe\" class=\"block b-mini-review\">\n    <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-content\">\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__logo-wrapper\">\n                            <span class=\"b-mini-review__logo-wrapper-title\">SimpliSafe<\/span>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info\">\n            <h3 class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-title\">  Best Overall Houston Security System<\/h3>\n                        <p class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle b-mini-review__top-info-subtitle\"> Why we chose it<\/p>\n                                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-desc\">\n                Simplisafe systems can be moved and expanded based on your requirements at the time. You can choose to self-monitor or pay for professional monitoring on a month-to-month basis for the most flexible alarm system Houston.\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar\">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar-button-wrapper\">\n                                <a href=\"https:\/\/simplisafe.com\/value?utm_source=reviews&#038;utm_medium=ppc&#038;utm_campaign=201810&#038;utm_term=r16141&#038;utm=323280-20\" class=\"reviews-btn--primary\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\">View plans<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings\">\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-list\">\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">4.4 <\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        Reviews Score\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">Score is based on company&#8217;s customer experience, financial stability, and coverage options.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">899*<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        J.D. Power\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">J.D. Power scores are based on surveys for customer satisfaction and product quality.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">None<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        Contract Requirement\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info_mobile\">\n            <p class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle b-mini-review__top-info-subtitle\">Why we chose it<\/p>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-desc\">\n                Simplisafe systems can be moved and expanded based on your requirements at the time. You can choose to self-monitor or pay for professional monitoring on a month-to-month basis for the most flexible alarm system Houston.\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"b-mini-review__bottom-content\">\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Pros<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_pros\">\n                            <li>Customizable packages<\/li>\n                            <li>National monitoring service available <\/li>\n                            <li>Renter-friendly installation<\/li>\n                            <li>Highest-rated customer satisfaction by J.D. Power<\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n                <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Cons<\/h4>\n                <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_cons\">\n                                    <li>Basic design and functionality<\/li>\n                                    <li>Limited smart home accessories<\/li>\n                                    <li>Self monitoring requires camera subscription<\/li>\n                                <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__desc-wrapper \">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-header\">\n                <span class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-text\">Read More<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-content\">\n                            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Equipment Available<\/h4>\n                <div> <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Base station<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indoor\/outdoor cameras<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Video doorbell<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smart lock<\/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;\">Equipment bundles: $181\u2013$342<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standard monitoring: $0.50\/day<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interactive monitoring: $0.83\/day<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Camera subscription: $4.99\/month for one camera or $9.99\/month for up to 10 cameras<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"ring\" title=\"Best for Devices and Accessories\"><\/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 Devices and Accessories<\/h3>\n                        <p class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle b-mini-review__top-info-subtitle\"> Why we chose it<\/p>\n                                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-desc\">\n                Ring\u2019s product page features a comprehensive inventory of indoor and outdoor devices and accessories to build the most customized alarm system Houston.\r\n\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar\">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar-button-wrapper\">\n                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B07D7Q6CHB\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&#038;camp=1789&#038;creative=9325&#038;creativeASIN=B07D7Q6CHB&#038;linkCode=as2&#038;linkId=e3ac90d888851b942b61847720ce171a&#038;tag=315890-20\" class=\"reviews-btn--primary\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\">View plans<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings\">\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-list\">\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">4.2 <\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        Reviews Score\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">Score is based on company&#8217;s customer experience, financial stability, and coverage options.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">882*<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        J.D. Power\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">J.D. Power scores are based on surveys for customer satisfaction and product quality.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">None<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        Contract Requirement\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info_mobile\">\n            <p class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle b-mini-review__top-info-subtitle\">Why we chose it<\/p>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-desc\">\n                Ring\u2019s product page features a comprehensive inventory of indoor and outdoor devices and accessories to build the most customized alarm system Houston.\r\n\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"b-mini-review__bottom-content\">\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Pros<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_pros\">\n                            <li>One of the best home security companies Houston for low-cost, professional monitoring<\/li>\n                            <li>Compatible with many smart home accessories<\/li>\n                            <li>Second-highest rated home security system for customer satisfaction (J.D. Power)<\/li>\n                            <li>No contracts<\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n                <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Cons<\/h4>\n                <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_cons\">\n                                    <li>Cameras aren\u2019t included in any of the starter kits<\/li>\n                                    <li>Ring\u2019s video doorbells are relatively expensive<\/li>\n                                    <li>Bundles can add up in cost<\/li>\n                                    <li>You\u2019ll have to pay a monthly video recording fee for each camera<\/li>\n                                <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__desc-wrapper \">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-header\">\n                <span class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-text\">Read More<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-content\">\n                            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Equipment Available<\/h4>\n                <div> <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Video doorbell<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smart lighting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indoor and outdoor cameras<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor camera with lights<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Solar charger<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smoke and carbon monoxide detector<\/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;\">Equipment bundles: $260\u2013$927<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basic video recording: $3\/month per device<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional monitoring: $10\/month or $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=\"abode\" title=\"Best for Smart Device Compatibility\"><\/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 Smart Device Compatibility<\/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                A smart home is a safer, more efficient home. Abode\u2019s home security system integrates monitoring, safety and convenience, thanks to the system\u2019s smart device compatibility.\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar\">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar-button-wrapper\">\n                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B0793N1V54\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&#038;camp=1789&#038;creative=9325&#038;creativeASIN=B0793N1V54&#038;linkCode=as2&#038;linkId=21920057d52cd0ccab699326d7fbbb48&#038;tag=314268-20\" class=\"reviews-btn--primary\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\">View plans<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings\">\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-list\">\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">4.25 <\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        Reviews Score\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">Score is based on company&#8217;s customer experience, financial stability, and coverage options.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">NR<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        J.D. Power\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">J.D. Power scores are based on surveys for customer satisfaction and product quality.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">None<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        Contract Requirement\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info_mobile\">\n            <p class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle b-mini-review__top-info-subtitle\">Why we chose it<\/p>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-desc\">\n                A smart home is a safer, more efficient home. Abode\u2019s home security system integrates monitoring, safety and convenience, thanks to the system\u2019s smart device compatibility.\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>Compatible with existing smart home devices<\/li>\n                            <li>One of the cheapest professional monitoring plan<\/li>\n                            <li>Home-automation ready<\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n                <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Cons<\/h4>\n                <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_cons\">\n                                    <li>Only one type of outdoor camera<\/li>\n                                    <li>Kits have minimal equipment<\/li>\n                                    <li>Average camera quality<\/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 and slim-strip door and window sensors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor smart camera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smarthome power switch<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environmental and motion sensors<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Plans &#038; Pricing<\/h4>\n                <div> <ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Equipment bundles: $219\u2013$279<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Self-monitoring: $0.20\/day or $6\/month<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional monitoring: $0.66\/day or $20\/month<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"arlo\" title=\"Best for High-Quality Video\"><\/span>\n    \n\n                                                \n\n\n<section id=\"arlo\" class=\"block b-mini-review\">\n    <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-content\">\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__logo-wrapper\">\n                            <span class=\"b-mini-review__logo-wrapper-title\">Arlo<\/span>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info\">\n            <h3 class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-title\"> Best for Video<\/h3>\n                        <p class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle b-mini-review__top-info-subtitle\"> Why we chose it<\/p>\n                                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-desc\">\n                If the kind of home security you have in mind is all about monitoring your Amazon deliveries and watching over your pets while you\u2019re out, video surveillance featuring Arlo\u2019s 4K security cameras is ideal.\r\n\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar\">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar-button-wrapper\">\n                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arlo.com\/en-us\/default.aspx\" class=\"reviews-btn--primary\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\">Learn more<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings\">\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-list\">\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">4<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        Reviews Score\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">Score is based on company&#8217;s customer experience, financial stability, and coverage options.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">NR<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        J.D. Power\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">J.D. Power scores are based on surveys for customer satisfaction and product quality.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">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                If the kind of home security you have in mind is all about monitoring your Amazon deliveries and watching over your pets while you\u2019re out, video surveillance featuring Arlo\u2019s 4K security cameras is ideal.\r\n\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"b-mini-review__bottom-content\">\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Pros<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_pros\">\n                            <li>High-definition cameras<\/li>\n                            <li>Subject detection cameras<\/li>\n                            <li>No plan required for live video streaming<\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n                <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Cons<\/h4>\n                <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_cons\">\n                                    <li>Video recording requires a subscription<\/li>\n                                    <li>No professional monitoring available<\/li>\n                                    <li>Limited accessories<\/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;\">Arlo Ultra 2 4K camera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two HD 2K cameras<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small Essential camera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wired and wireless doorbells<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Solar panel charger<\/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;\">Equipment bundles: $278.98\u2013$1,179.95<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Continuous video recording: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.arlo.com\/en-us\/arlosmart.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$9.99<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for 14 days or $19.99\/month<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Premier subscription: $2.99\/month per camera or $9.99\/month for five cameras<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elite subscription: $4.99\/month per camera or $14.99\/month for five cameras<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"blue\" title=\"Best Professional Monitoring Subscription\"><\/span>\n    \n\n                                                \n\n\n<section id=\"blue-by-adt\" class=\"block b-mini-review\">\n    <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-content\">\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__logo-wrapper\">\n                            <span class=\"b-mini-review__logo-wrapper-title\">Blue by ADT<\/span>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info\">\n            <h3 class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-title\"> Best Professional Monitoring Subscription<\/h3>\n                        <p class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle b-mini-review__top-info-subtitle\"> Why we chose it<\/p>\n                                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-desc\">\n                ADT is well-known for its monitoring and security services. The provider offers Blue by ADT, a DIY system compatible with its professional monitoring subscription.\r\n\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar\">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar-button-wrapper\">\n                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.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\">834*<\/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                ADT is well-known for its monitoring and security services. The provider offers Blue by ADT, a DIY system compatible with its professional monitoring subscription.\r\n\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"b-mini-review__bottom-content\">\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Pros<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_pros\">\n                            <li>DIY or professional monitoring<\/li>\n                            <li>No contracts required<\/li>\n                            <li>Kits start at just $109<\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n                <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Cons<\/h4>\n                <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_cons\">\n                                    <li>The mobile app isn\u2019t full-featured<\/li>\n                                    <li>Only one pro monitoring plan available<\/li>\n                                    <li>Pro monitoring plan more expensive than competitors<\/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;\">Hub\/keypad<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indoor\/outdoor cameras<\/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;\">Door\/window sensors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yard signs and window decals<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chime\/extender<\/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;\">Equipment bundles: $179.99\u2013$299.99<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional monitoring: $19.99\/month<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"cove\" title=\"Best for Money-Back Guarantee\"><\/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 Money-Back Guarantee<\/h3>\n                        <p class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle b-mini-review__top-info-subtitle\"> Why we chose it<\/p>\n                                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__top-info-desc\">\n                If you\u2019re new to home security systems, Cove\u2019s 60-day money-back guarantee is a great way to give one a try and see if it fits your needs. \r\n\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar\">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-bar-button-wrapper\">\n                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.covetrack.com\/29T6R6\/548B3D\/?rvitemid=315972-20\" class=\"reviews-btn--primary\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\">View plans<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__ratings\">\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__ratings-list\">\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">3.5<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        Reviews Score\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">Score is based on company&#8217;s customer experience, financial stability, and coverage options.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">NR<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-desc tooltip\">\n                        J.D. Power\n                                                    <span class=\"tooltip-content\">J.D. Power scores are based on surveys for customer satisfaction and product quality.<\/span>\n                                            <\/span>\n                <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"b-mini-review__rating\">\n                    <span class=\"b-mini-review__rating-higtlight\">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                If you\u2019re new to home security systems, Cove\u2019s 60-day money-back guarantee is a great way to give one a try and see if it fits your needs. \r\n\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"b-mini-review__bottom-content\">\n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Pros<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_pros\">\n                            <li>60-day money-back guarantee<\/li>\n                            <li>No contracts<\/li>\n                            <li>Cellular service supported<\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list-wrapper\">\n                <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Cons<\/h4>\n                <ul class=\"b-mini-review__pros-cons-list b-mini-review__pros-cons-list_cons\">\n                                    <li>No outdoor cameras available<\/li>\n                                    <li>No self-monitoring available<\/li>\n                                    <li>The mobile app only works with the monitoring subscription<\/li>\n                                <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"b-mini-review__desc-wrapper \">\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-header\">\n                <span class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-text\">Read More<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"b-mini-review__accordion-content\">\n                            <h4 class=\"b-mini-review__subtitle\">Equipment Available<\/h4>\n                <div> <p>Touchscreen panel<br \/>\nIndoor cameras<br \/>\nDoor and window sensors<br \/>\nEnvironmental sensors<br \/>\nMedical alert<\/p>\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;\">No upfront equipment costs with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.covesmart.com\/security?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=10717381194&amp;device=c&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAm-2BBhANEiwAe7eyFBGVK90USwpHzn6dg62qlCGDV__PgHiBto0FF8R5PBy3Ed3OOVTjoBoCMPoQAvD_BwE&amp;ctid=490793585210&amp;keyword=%2Bcove%20%2Bmonitoring&amp;placement=&amp;adposition=;?h=https:\/\/ad.atdmt.com\/s\/go;adv=11052211754540;ec=11052303920123;c.a=10717381194;s.a=google;p.a=10717381194;as.a=102836055981;qpb=1;?bidkw=+cove%20+monitoring;?h=https:\/\/monitor.clickcease.com\/tracker\/tracker.aspx?id=ZzbtuftBtDy85N&amp;locphisical=9030803&amp;locinterest=&amp;adgrp=102836055981&amp;kw=%2Bcove%20%2Bmonitoring&amp;nw=g&amp;url=https:\/\/www.covesmart.com\/security%3Futm_source%3Dgoogle%26utm_medium%3Dcpc%26utm_campaign%3D10717381194%26device%3Dc%26gclid%3DCjwKCAiAm-2BBhANEiwAe7eyFBGVK90USwpHzn6dg62qlCGDV__PgHiBto0FF8R5PBy3Ed3OOVTjoBoCMPoQAvD_BwE%26ctid%3D490793585210%26keyword%3D%252Bcove%2520%252Bmonitoring%26placement%3D%26adposition%3D%3B%3Fh%3Dhttps:\/\/ad.atdmt.com\/s\/go%3Badv%3D11052211754540%3Bec%3D11052303920123%3Bc.a%3D10717381194%3Bs.a%3Dgoogle%3Bp.a%3D10717381194%3Bas.a%3D102836055981%3Bqpb%3D1%3B%3Fbidkw%3D%2Bcove+%2Bmonitoring&amp;cpn=10717381194&amp;device=c&amp;ccpturl=covesmart.com&amp;pl=&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAm-2BBhANEiwAe7eyFBGVK90USwpHzn6dg62qlCGDV__PgHiBto0FF8R5PBy3Ed3OOVTjoBoCMPoQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Economy plan<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cove Basic: $0.50\/day<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cove Premier: $0.83\/day<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n                        <div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"home-security\" title=\"Home Security in Houston\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<p><em>*<a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdpower.com\/business\/press-releases\/2024-us-home-security-satisfaction-study\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">J.D. Power\u2019s 2024 U.S. Home Security Satisfaction Study<\/a>. Vivint ranks highest among professionally installed systems; based on a 1,000-point scale.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Home Security in Houston: What You Need to Know&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Houston, TX, crime statistics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For the most current picture, use official <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.houstontx.gov\/police\/cs\/index.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Houston Police Department (HPD) crime statistics<\/a>. After peaking in 2021, violent crime has declined in 2023 and again in 2024, while property-crime trends are mixed. Third-party summaries like <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.areavibes.com\/houston-tx\/crime\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">AreaVibes<\/a> can provide additional context.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Murders fell from 471 (2021 peak) to 399 (2023) and declined again in 2024, per HPD<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Overall violent crime in 2023\u20132024 is lower than 2021\u20132022 but remains above 2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Motor vehicle theft surged relative to 2019, with signs of stabilization\/decline in 2024<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Based on these trends, a modern alarm system with optional video verification and professional monitoring can help deter crime and speed emergency response in Houston (<a href=\"https:\/\/tma.us\/standards\/avs-01\/\">learn more about AVS\u201101<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Research your neighborhood<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although crime is high in Houston, there are safe pockets with few incidents. To find the safest areas to live in Houston (and which ones to avoid), check out the statistics published by the following websites:<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighborhoodscout.com\/tx\/houston\/crime\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Neighborhood Scout<\/a>: Provides maps of the safest areas&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.areavibes.com\/houston-tx\/crime\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Area Vibes<\/a>: Compares how safe Houston is to other cities in the U.S.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houstontx.gov\/police\/cs\/Community_Crime_Map_hosted_by_LexisNexis.htm\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Houston Police Department<\/a>: Interactive crime maps and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houstontx.gov\/police\/cs\/Monthly_Crime_Data_by_Street_and_Police_Beat.htm\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">spreadsheets of incidents<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niche.com\/places-to-live\/search\/safest-neighborhoods\/m\/houston-metro-area\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Niche<\/a>: Reviews and opinions from residents<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>According to Neighborhood Scout, some of the safest neighborhoods in Houston are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Kingsland Blvd\/Baker Road<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Westheimer Parkway\/South Ferry Road<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>San Felipe Street\/Kirby Drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meyerland<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Porter Heights<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The safer areas in Houston and its suburbs are usually inhabited by families and young professionals. If you\u2019re moving to Houston, it\u2019s best to visit and get a feel for the areas you\u2019re considering. If a visit isn\u2019t possible, see what locals have to say on websites such as Niche.com or by joining local Facebook groups for the area to meet other residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Register your home security system in Houston&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Houston has a burglar alarm ordinance. You\u2019ll need to register your system and pay an annual fee of $50 to renew your permit (residential; commercial sites are $100). Program details and the current fee schedule are published by the City (<a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.houstontx.gov\/ara\/alarms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Alarm Administration<\/a>; <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.houstontx.gov\/budget\/25budget\/25feeschedules.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">FY2025 fee schedule<\/a>). You can have up to three false alarms per year without a fee \u2014 if the system is registered. Otherwise, there is a false alarm fine of <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.houstonpermittingcenter.org\/araba1001#about-conditions-exceptions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">$116.75<\/a> for unregistered burglar alarms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To register your system:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Fill out a <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.houstonpermittingcenter.org\/araba1001#apply\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">burglar alarm permit application<\/a> and mail, fax, email, or deliver it in person<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.houstonburglaralarmpermits.org\/Citizen\/City\/Houston\/ATB_Login.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">Apply online<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"choose\" title=\"How to Choose\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Choose Your Houston Home Security System<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Interior\/exterior cameras:<\/strong> Adding cameras to your alarm system Houston expands on its functionality. You and your monitoring service can filter out any false alarms by checking to see the video feed to see what triggered a motion or door sensor. Houston is a hot, high-humidity area, If you\u2019re considering an outdoor camera, make sure it\u2019s rated for high temperatures and moisture. For privacy and resilience, prefer options with end\u2011to\u2011end encryption or local\/on\u2011hub recording, and enable multi\u2011factor authentication (<a href=\"https:\/\/support.apple.com\/en-us\/HT210538\">HomeKit Secure Video<\/a> is one privacy\u2011first example). To extend the life of your camera, consider placing it in a protected area, such as an alcove or porch, or buying protective housing for the camera.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Control panel: <\/strong>The control panel is the center of your home security system. Most come with a keypad where you arm and disarm your system, change your passcode or configure your devices. Some <a class=\"achor-toggles\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/best-diy\/\">DIY home security systems<\/a> use your smartphone as the control panel. When choosing an alarm based on the quality of the control panel, look for battery and cellular backup for outages and ask whether your monitoring center supports validated dispatch (e.g., <a href=\"https:\/\/tma.us\/standards\/avs-01\/\">AVS\u201101<\/a>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Compatibility: <\/strong>If you already have smart devices in your home, such as Alexa, a smart plug or a thermostat, a home security system that is compatible can create a more functional home. Choose a smart-home compatible system so you can use voice commands from Alexa or Google Assistant to arm or disarm the alarm. Matter- and Thread\u2011based sensors are becoming more common for cross\u2011ecosystem reliability (<a href=\"https:\/\/csa-iot.org\/newsroom\/matter-1-4\/\">Matter 1.4<\/a>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Storage: <\/strong>All video cameras will stream footage live for you to see what\u2019s going on in your property. Video recording isn\u2019t always included for free, but is an essential part of home security. If the motion sensor in the camera is triggered, the camera will start recording whatever triggered the event. Cameras are able to store the recorded events for several days, so you can review the videos. Should an intruder enter your home or someone stole packages from your front door, stored videos could provide police with the evidence of who is responsible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Window\/door sensors: <\/strong>Window and door sensors often come with a chime to alert you of an opening window or door and can be installed in most rentals and homes with double-stick tape or small screws. Your <a class=\"achor-toggles\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/best-monitoring\/\">monitoring company<\/a> or anyone in the house will get alerted if someone tries to enter, providing you or your monitoring service with an early warning of an intruder. Prefer vendors aligned with recognized security practices (e.g., the FCC\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fcc.gov\/cybertrustmark\">U.S. Cyber Trust Mark<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Local vs. national companies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table table table-striped table-bordered table--bordered-top\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Pros of local security company<\/td><td>Company more familiar with the neighborhoods<br>Faster response time from local hubs<br>You\u2019ll be supporting local businesses<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cons of local security company<\/td><td>Products and services may be limited<br>No service transfer to other states<br>Discounts may be limited<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pros of national security company<\/td><td>Service transfers with you<br>Great deals on service and equipment<br>Money back guarantees and free trials<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cons of national security company<\/td><td>Longer phone and service wait times<br>Lack of personal attention<br>One size fits all equipment and service<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"faq\" title=\"FAQ\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Houston Home Security Systems FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"block_604f86350c8db\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">Can I self-install my home security system? <\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best home security system in Houston is designed to be DIY. You won\u2019t need professional installation or wiring to set up an alarm.<\/span><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_604f865d0c8dc\" 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 Houston 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;\">The best Houston home security companies depend on your needs. Look at Abode or SimpliSAfe for a system that\u2019s smart home compatible. Ring features an extensive list of equipment and devices. Blue by ADT\u2019s professional monitoring is top notch.<\/span><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_604f86800c8dd\" class=\"block b-accordion\" data-js=\"b-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"b-accordion__container\">\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__header\">\n            <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-accordion__title\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='ACCORDION' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' ><h3 class=\"b-accordion__title--h3\">What\u2019s the least expensive home security system?<\/h3><\/a>\n            <span class=\"b-accordion__toggle chevron-arrow-down\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"b-accordion__content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ring offers professional monitoring for just $10 a month and its bundles start at $209. You could always buy a single camera and sign up for professional monitoring to keep your home security system as low-cost as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"method\" title=\"Methodology\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Methodology&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We evaluated home security companies based on equipment cost, monthly costs, contract options, installation, and customer satisfaction to determine Reviews.com scores and create our best home security reviews. To compare home security companies with other providers across the board, we calculate each Reviews.com score based on the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Monthly Price: The lower the cost of a home security company\u2019s monthly contract, the higher the score. Inversely, the higher the cost of the monthly contract, the lower the score in this metric.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Equipment Cost: Affordability is important with home security, so we awarded higher scores to home security companies with lower prices on equipment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contracts: Reviews.com reviewed the flexibility in contracts of the home security companies. The more flexibility, like having no contracts to bind customers for long periods, the higher the score.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Customer Satisfaction: With <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdpower.com\/business\/press-releases\/2024-us-home-security-satisfaction-study\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"achor-toggles\">J.D. Power\u2019s 2024 U.S. Home Security Satisfaction Study<\/a>, we assigned a score to each company based on the rating it received.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Installation: Just like with contracts, we award higher scores to companies that have flexible installation options, like DIY or professional option<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Reviews Report Whether you\u2019re new to the Houston area or a native, adding a home security system has many benefits. Securing your home against intrusions and events such as a fire or a flood can reduce the risk of costly losses and, in some cases, earn an insurance discount. 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