Purchasing a home security system once required having a technician come into your house to punch holes in your walls, then snake wires to every door and window ...

Ring's $199 Z-Wave-enabled Alarm Security Kit is so simple you might overlook it at first. The system includes a base station, a keypad, a door/window sensor, a motion sensor and a Z-Wave range ...

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 ...

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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 ...

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 ...

The best home security systems on the market give customers peace of mind while protecting their home and family from ...

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 ...

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 ...

Home security products are no longer niche investments for the neighborhood’s most luxurious homes. With major brands offering services and products for record-low prices, there are smart security ...