As a standalone product, SimpliSafe systems function as a noise-only alarm system, emitting a 85-decibel siren. Monitoring services are provided for a monthly fee. SimpliCam cameras - SimpliSafe systems support up to four cameras, or the cameras can function as standalone devices.

SimpliSafe doesn't offer a lot of smart features; it does integrate with third-party smart products, but that's as far as it goes. Still, we consider SimpliSafe as one of the top home security systems today because it's super simple yet intuitive.

SimpliSafe Home Security System Specs SimpliSafe (starting at $245) is a DIY smart home security system that's easy to set up and use, and keeps your home safe from intruders and environmental threats like fires and floods.

The Base Station (the brains of your system) The base is Plug-and-Play: Plug it in and it will locate and control all of your sensors, making SimpliSafe the easiest security system in the world to install. Its also responsible for sending all your alarm signals to our 24/7 alarm monitoring center.

The SimpliSafe Security System. Our DIY home security system is a self-installed and self-maintained alarm. Just stick the sensors in place, and pair them to the Wireless Keypad and Base Station. No drilling. No wiring.

SimpliSafe is also an affordable home security provider and doesn't require customers to sign any long-term contracts, and it bases the cost of its professional monitoring by the day rather than the month.

The SimpliSafe Security System. Our DIY home security system is a self-installed and self-maintained alarm. Just stick the sensors in place, and pair them to the Wireless Keypad and Base Station. No drilling. No wiring.

Door locked. The SimpliSafe Smart Lock makes sure your door is always locked. Even if you forget. It locks your door the minute you arm your system or automatically on a timer. And unlocks it the moment you disarm your system.

Smart security, yes; smart home platform, no Sure, the SimpliSafe system works with Alexa and Google Assistant, and it offers an integration with Nest that'll let you monitor your thermostat from the SimpliSafe app and tether its home and away modes to whether or not your system is armed.

The only devices we have set to generate a silent alarm are our panic button fobs.

You plug in the base station, use the included adhesive strips on the sensors, and you're ready to go. What's the range of the SimpliSafe system? The base station can reach sensors up to 400 feet away.

SimpliSafe keeps you protected 24/7! It also features a cellular module that operates on a cellular network instead of Wi-Fi. The Base Station will automatically communicate on the cellular network if your Wi-Fi stops working and will automatically switch to battery power if you lose electricity.