SimpliSafe
SimpliSafe Starter Kit
S
Ranked #1 in Home Security Systems
998 LP on the
category ladder
what's LP?
Its ease of use and compatibility with voice assistants make it a popular choice for new homeowners seeking an accessible entry point into home security.
Consolidated from 5 cited sources across 4 outlets
Where the cited sources landed, as we read them
- 2 positive sources
Pros & cons
- ✓ Easy to set up
- ✓ Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant
- ✓ Durable build quality
- ✓ Low failure rate
- ✓ Excellent customer support
- ✗ Limited sensor count for very large homes
- ✗ Limited sensor options compared to the Advanced Kit
The sources behind this ranking
We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found. We quote no words from these sources, so each row shows only where we placed it.
Evidence 4 articles and 1 video review
2 positive sources
3 stance not read sources
Frequently asked questions
It ranks #1 of 11 on our home security systems tier list, in S tier. That placement draws on 5 cited sources across 4 outlets.
Limited sensor count for very large homes. Limited sensor options compared to the Advanced Kit.
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A tier #2 Ring Alarm Pro
A tier #3 Abode Smart Home Security System
B tier #4 SimpliSafe Advanced Kit
B tier #5 ADT Home Security (DIY)
D tier #6 Abode Pro
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D tier #8 2 of 7 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick. Vivint Home Security System
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F tier #10 3 of 7 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick. Ring Alarm Basic
F tier #11 4 of 5 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick.