With a wide choice of security companies offering alarm systems with various features, services and options, it’s not easy to compare home security systems. That’s why we’ve created this handy side-by-side comparison chart that gives you a clear overview of each of the top companies.
Main Features |
Vivint |
FrontPoint Security |
ADT |
Logo | |||
Reviews | Reviews | Reviews | Reviews |
Visit | Visit Site | Visit Site | Visit Site |
Coupons | Coupons | Coupons | Coupons |
24/7 Security Monitoring | |||
Fire & Environmental Protection | |||
Video Monitoring | |||
Health Monitoring | |||
Home Automation | |||
Response Time | Seconds | 30 seconds | Seconds |
Equipment |
Vivint |
FrontPoint Security |
ADT |
Equipment Brand | Vivint | InterLogix | ADT |
Equipment Warranty | 120 days | 3 years | Lifetime |
Wireless Technology | |||
Cellular Technology | |||
Self Installation | |||
Professional Installation | |||
Window/Door Sensors | |||
Glass Sensors | |||
Security Cameras | |||
Motion Sensors | |||
Garage Door Sensors | |||
Sirens | |||
Intercom Systems | |||
Personal Security Devices | |||
Smoke Detectors | |||
Heat Detectors | |||
CO Detectors | |||
Water Flood Sensors | |||
Freeze Sensors |
Controls |
Vivint |
FrontPoint Security |
ADT |
Online Account Management | |||
iPhone/iPad App | |||
Android App | |||
Text Alerts | |||
History Reports |
Pricing |
Vivint |
FrontPoint Security |
ADT |
Starting Price | n/a | $44.99/mo | $36.99/mo |
Activation Fee | Free | Free | $99 |
Subscription Commitment | n/a | 1-3 years | 36 months |
Shipping & Returns | n/a | Free | |
Custom Package | |||
Free Trial | 30 days |
Customer Support |
Vivint |
FrontPoint Security |
ADT |
Phone | |||
Live Chat | |||
FAQ | |||
Tutorials | |||
Videos |
About |
Vivint |
FrontPoint Security |
ADT |
Year Established | 1999 | 2007 | 1874 |
BBB Accreditation | |||
BBB Rating | C | A+ | A+ |
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Guide on How to Compare Security Systems
Our comparison table is a great starting point to find the best possible surveillance system for your home. It lets you discover all of the different alarm technologies and equipment available, after which you can make a list of features you certainly want in your system. When you’ve composed your checklist of must-have options, you can start drilling down our selection of top home security companies to about three different providers.
Then it’s time to have an in-depth look into those three home security systems by reading our extensive reviews about them. Our reports give you further information about the specific features of a provider, along with detailed information on the different pricing options available. As a site visitor you can also submit a user review for any of the home security companies listed on our site, so that you can also check consumer reports on these businesses.
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