Best Home Security Systems

A great home security system will give us a sense of comfort and confidence. The IOT (Internet Of Things) has made it easier than ever to set up a smart home in which we can remotely control our door locks, lights, thermostats, vacuums, and even pet feeders, using our Smartphone and an app.

If we're not ready for a dedicated security system there are plenty of individual devices available that let us monitor our home from anywhere using our phone or tablet, including indoor and outdoor security cameras, video doorbells, and smart locks.

Check out the list of the top five best home security systems so far:

Frontpoint:

Frontpoint is a no-stress, no-hassle, straightforward home security company with a long history of superior customer service. People use Frontpoint to protect their homes and families because it’s simply the best home security system out there.

PROS:

• Excellent customer service
• Low-pressure sales approach
• Quick and easy installation
• 30-day money-back guarantee
• Crash & Smash Protection
• Z-Wave compatible technology
• Great value for the money
• No-cost installation
• 100% Wireless system

CONS:

• No landline or broadband options if you are in a rural area
• 3-year equipment warranty, which is shorter than most companies.

Link Interactive:   

Link Interactive gives small-town service with the equipment selection and monitoring. It provides great transparency, competitive pricing, solid customer service, and customization options. Link Interactive has been in the market for about seven years and is a DIY system released by Mountain Alarm, a regional security company with 65 years of experience.

PROS:

• No activation or installation fees
• Great customer service reviews
• 30-day risk-free trial period
• Crash & Smash Protection
• Z-Wave home automation equipment
• Contracts available for 12, 24, 36 months

CONS:

• Limited equipment warranty
• Limited customer service hours.

Protect America: 

Protect America has a solid lineup of products and services and has great dedication to customer service, including its willingness to address customer concerns and feedback directly on ASecureLife.com.

PROS:

• Lifetime warranty on equipment
• Locked-in rates for life
• No activation or installation fees
• Great value for the money
• Lifetime equipment warranty
• Low up-front costs
• 30-day risk-free trial

CONS:

• Mixed reviews on mobile app
• Cellular monitoring in only certain packages
• High number of negative reviews from customers
• Landline-only monitoring on lowest-priced packages

Vivint:

Vivint has completely revamped its business model for new customers with Vivint Flex Pay and its willingness to adapt based on customer feedback—previously not one of its strengths.

PROS:

• Flexible financing options
• Advanced, easy-to-use technology
• Cellular monitoring
• Two-way voice communication
• Energy-efficient equipment
• Lifetime equipment warranty
• Free professional installation
• Energy management
• Sleek, state-of-the-art equipment

CONS:

• No DIY installation option
• Aggressive sales practices
• High-priced monthly monitoring
• Higher monthly monitoring costs
• Historically poor customer service
• No rural area landline or broadband options

ADT:

ADT is one of the largest and most well-known home security companies in the world. ADT is best known for monitoring against burglary and fire, also offer CO monitoring and flood detection, which can help with storm preparedness.

PROS:

• Theft protection
• 6 Monitoring centers
• 24/7 Phone and email support
• Same-day installation available
• Redundant monitoring stations
• Pulse feature to control stuff with cellphone

CONS:

• No relocation
• Monthly warranty fee
• Inconsistent customer service
• No DIY or self-installation option
• Long contracts with no trial period