{"id":4977,"date":"2022-10-17T01:04:13","date_gmt":"2022-10-17T07:04:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alarm-reviews.net\/?p=4977"},"modified":"2023-01-19T06:42:54","modified_gmt":"2023-01-19T13:42:54","slug":"home-security-apps-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alarm-reviews.net\/home-security-apps-2019\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Home Security Apps"},"content":{"rendered":"
Looking for the best home security app?<\/strong> \u00a0We have tested dozens and ranked them according to:<\/p>\n After compiling our reviews, the following are all companies that provides apps you can rely on to monitor your security system.<\/p>\n Creating a functional apps costs thousands, even hundreds of thousands of dollars. \u00a0Because of this, most ma and pa security shops (along with some big companies) use Alarm.com’s whitelabel app. \u00a0They pay a monthly fee based on the number of users, and their users see it as ‘Brand X’ security app. \u00a0The good news is,\u00a0this isn’t a bad thing<\/strong>. \u00a0What companies using this lack in customization they make up for in reliability. \u00a0Alarm.com app<\/a>\u00a0is a extremely reliable security app that connects to dozens of control panels, sensors and z-wave products. \u00a0The majority of all companies use Alarm.com except for the two giants, ADT and Vivint<\/a>.<\/p>\n (Control a smart automation home with the alarm dot com app)<\/em><\/p>\n With those in mind and our rating criteria, here are the 3\u00a0best mobile home security apps<\/strong>.<\/p>\n iOS app<\/a> \u00a0 | \u00a0 \u00a0Android App<\/a> \u00a0 | \u00a0ADT Pulse Review<\/a> \u00a0 | \u00a0Visit website<\/a><\/p>\n ADT’s proprietary app was the smoothest and user friendliest one we tested. \u00a0Whether controlling a simple security system ON & OFF or security cameras on an advanced automation system, it can handle any project it is put up against.<\/p>\n Pros<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Cons<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Great all around security app that can connect to existing Honeywell<\/a> and GE security systems. \u00a0 App is free with monitoring plans above $40.<\/p>\n iOS app<\/a> \u00a0| \u00a0Android app<\/a> \u00a0| \u00a0Vivint security review <\/a>\u00a0| \u00a0Visit Site<\/a><\/p>\n The Vivint app<\/a> is also self-made by the company themselves which gives them lots of capabilities companies below with Alarm.com will not have. \u00a0The app is quick to load, gives notifications instantly when any sensors are triggered. \u00a0The live dashboard feed of security cameras loads quickly and updates with pictures taken every 5 minutes with security cameras (then if something like a unknown car or person is seen on a picture, users can click on that and load the live feed). \u00a0Going back in time on security cameras is easy drag and drop.<\/p>\n Pros<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Cons<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n The Vivint sky app comes free on any smart device (phone or tablet) on packages over $40\/mo. \u00a0Once users terminate monitoring account their login to the app will be limited as well. \u00a0Costs vary depending on the type of security system one wants, anywhere from $40-80 a month.<\/p>\n iOS app<\/a> \u00a0| \u00a0Android app<\/a> \u00a0| \u00a0Protect America review<\/a> \u00a0| \u00a0Visit site\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n The Protect America app is very simple and to the point. \u00a0It is Z-wave product compatible so don’t be deceived by its simplicity. \u00a0It can still manage and view cameras, automation and even GPS tracking. \u00a0The dashboard has nothing to be envious of but it gets the job done. \u00a0It is also the most cost efficient option available. \u00a0Most of Protect America’s equipment is GE and they still use a keypad (simonXT<\/a>) panel which integrates with this.<\/p>\n Pros<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Cons<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n For users that want a reliable mobile security app for a low cost while not losing functionality then this is their choice. \u00a0Protect America has been around since 1992 and is a DIY security system<\/a>. \u00a0For users who use this, most of the time it will be for the simple arm and disarming of the alarm. \u00a0Save walking to the panel to type in a code, just pull out a phone at night and use this.<\/p>\n If interested in Protect America’s security app, the following also use the same third party app to control their security systems:<\/p>\n – Frontpoint<\/a><\/p>\n – Monitronics<\/a><\/p>\n – Protection One<\/a><\/p>\n – LiveWatch<\/a><\/p>\n – Link Home<\/a><\/p>\n If interested in other proprietary apps and the top 2 ranked here don’t seem like a fit, they include:<\/p>\n – Xfinity security<\/a><\/p>\n – \u00a0SpotCrime<\/a>, how to locate local criminal activity.<\/p>\n – SimpliSafe<\/a><\/p>\n – AT&T digital life<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n How to Keep an Watchful Eye on the Home with\u00a0Security Smartphone Apps Looking for the best home security app? \u00a0We have tested dozens and ranked them according to: Ease of use Lack of glitches & bugs Functionality Availability (iOS \/ Android \/ any smart device) Cost After compiling our reviews, the following are all companies […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":118,"featured_media":3487,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[218,113,121,252],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n
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