Ring Alarm is a spectacular DIY home security system with the potential to be much more, but don’t buy one if what you’re really looking for is a smart home solution. Ring builds some of our favorite ...

Choosing a home security system comes down to more than brand loyalty. Differences in features, pricing, and smart-home ...

One of the first decisions you’ll make before building out your own smart home is weighing security features against convenience features. Most of the packages you’ll encounter will emphasize one or ...

From hands-on setups to fully managed protection, today's home security options vary widely, making the decision more ...

SimpliSafe’s user-friendly equipment and competitive pricing make it our top pick for a home security system. NerdWallet is committed to editorial integrityMany or all of the products on this page are ...

Installing cameras and motion sensors around your home provides an extra sense of security. When connected with a service, you get 24/7 monitoring for break-ins and other emergencies. The Ring Home ...

Vivint’s custom home security systems are pricey, but its professional services are top-notch. NerdWallet is committed to editorial integrityMany or all of the products on this page are from partners ...

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CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. Arlo is mostly known for its popular security cameras, but ...

A complete home security system protects your entry points (doors and windows), detects motion inside your home while you’re away, and includes a keypad for arming and disarming the system. Ring makes ...

PROVO, Utah—“Disruptive innovation”—shaking up the traditional security model to create new markets—is a major reason for Vivint's success, according to Vivint COO Alex Dunn. And he said the company ...

A burglary occurs every 25.7 seconds, equating to around 3,300 per day, per FBI Crime Data. Dreamstime/TNS Here’s an alarming thought: a burglary occurs every 25.7 seconds, equating to around 3,300 ...