Abode vs SimpliSafe

Abode Smart Security Kit

SimpliSafe The Essentials

System Price

£280

Abode

£325

SimpliSafe

Monthly Subscription

£0 - £20

Abode

£15 - £25

SimpliSafe

Sensors Included

4

Abode

3

SimpliSafe

Cameras Included

No

Abode

No

SimpliSafe

Detailed Comparison

Abode Smart Security Kit
SimpliSafe The Essentials
System Price
£280
£325
Installation Cost
£0 - £150
£0 - £100
Monthly Subscription
£0 - £20
£15 - £25
System Type
Wireless
Wireless
Monitoring Type
Hybrid Monitoring
Hybrid Monitoring
Door/Window Sensors
4
3
Motion Detectors
1
1
Warranty
1 year (expandable)
5 years
Cameras Included
Smart Locks
Video Doorbell
Battery Backup
Cellular Backup
Smart Home Compatibility
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, Z-Wave, Zigbee
Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa
Cloud Storage
3-day free, extended with plan
None

Understanding System Types

Wireless Systems

Wireless security systems use radio frequency to communicate between components, offering easier installation and flexibility to relocate. They are great for existing homes and renters.

Wireless Systems

Wireless security systems use radio frequency to communicate between components, offering easier installation and flexibility to relocate. They are great for existing homes and renters.

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Monitoring Options Compared

Hybrid Monitoring Monitoring

Hybrid monitoring offers the flexibility to switch between self-monitoring and professional monitoring as needed, giving you control over when to activate paid services.

Key Benefits:

  • Flexibility to activate professional monitoring when needed
  • Cost-effective balance of security and control
  • Adaptable to changing security needs

Hybrid Monitoring Monitoring

Hybrid monitoring offers the flexibility to switch between self-monitoring and professional monitoring as needed, giving you control over when to activate paid services.

Key Benefits:

  • Flexibility to activate professional monitoring when needed
  • Cost-effective balance of security and control
  • Adaptable to changing security needs

Smart Home Integration

Abode Integration

Compatible with: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, Z-Wave, Zigbee

What you can do:

  • Control your security system with voice commands
  • Create automated routines with other smart devices
  • Receive notifications across all your smart devices

SimpliSafe Integration

Compatible with: Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa

What you can do:

  • Control your security system with voice commands
  • Create automated routines with other smart devices
  • Receive notifications across all your smart devices

Our Recommendation

Based on our comparison, here's our recommendation:

Abode Smart Security Kit is best for:

  • Smart home enthusiasts who want integrated automation
  • Renters or those wanting a non-invasive installation
  • Larger homes with many entry points needing coverage

SimpliSafe The Essentials is best for:

  • Smart home enthusiasts who want integrated automation
  • Renters or those wanting a non-invasive installation