Monitoring that starts at $17.99 per month with a constant stream of huge sales on equipment from Cove can keep your security system costs down today and tomorrow. Let’s face it — most homes these ...

Spotty Wi-Fi and minimal cellular coverage are no problem for wired security systems, but perhaps you’re wondering if there ...

Power and internet outages can throw a stick in the spokes of a smart home. Along with leaving you in the dark, they can disable the security system of your house, especially if you don't have a ...

The average monthly cost for a SimpliSafe home security system is between $0 and $27.99. The exact cost will depend on the monitoring plan the customer opts for; customers may choose to finance their ...

Traditional home security monitoring from companies like ADT or Frontpoint tend to start at around $50 per month, and quickly rise with add-ons and extra fees (when I tested ADT’s latest system, ...

Besides making you eligible for a break on insurance rates, the peace of mind that comes with easily monitoring activity in your home can’t be understated. Thankfully, those looking for this kind of ...

At $60 per year, Wyze’s professional monitoring will dispatch law enforcement if the security system goes into an alarm state. Monitoring is outsourced to the third-party service provider Noonlight, ...

Roku offers home security basics with tie-ins to its TV platform. Roku’s security-focused smart home system almost has nothing special to offer. Instead of building its own products from scratch, Roku ...

Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...

The best home security systems are user-friendly, affordable and customizable to your needs. NerdWallet is committed to editorial integrityMany or all of the products on this page are from partners ...

The best DIY home security systems are affordable and easy to set up without a professional. NerdWallet is committed to editorial integrityMany or all of the products on this page are from partners ...