CNET’s expert team has spent more than 100 hours testing and researching the best home security systems.
Their current top pick is SimpliSafe, which has some of the best first-time security systems, with a range of options and tons of potential upgrades, including a beta service for AI-assisted monitoring agents.
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SimpliSafe
CNET Take: We’ve tested the SimpliSafe system several times and most recently gave it a review score of 8.5 out of 10, one of our highest ratings for a home security system. If you’re looking for home security — without all the extra Wi-Fi and smart home integrations of the Ring Alarm kit — SimpliSafe’s easy-to-install, easy-to-use DIY system is a great option. It offers a comprehensive set of features, including equipment like security cameras and a very good mix of battery-powered motion detection sensors, all of which performed reliably well in our tests.
Starter kits begin at $280, or you can build a custom alarm system with the exact mix of devices you need. The security company’s monitoring plans start at $10 a month, but you’ll almost certainly want to spring for the $30-a-month professional monitoring service plan, which adds in things like 24/7 live guard protection, whole home monitoring, instant app alerts and faster response times.
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