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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 1639 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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96%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers have good things to say about the Alarm Starter Home Security Kit's ease of use, installation, and price. Many appreciate its compatibility with other smart home devices and the overall security it provides, although some experienced issues with the motion sensors and keypad. Positive feedback also highlights the user-friendly app and affordable monitoring options. However, some users reported occasional connectivity problems and concerns about battery life.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Installation

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    It’s a great Security system.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Ring didn’t skimp on quality. All the parts feel like those you might get with professionally installed systems. The installation process was a breeze! I don’t think I’ve installed any smart thing as easily. The only reason I docked a a star is the limited (ahem lack) of integration with other smart home devices or smart voice assistants beyond the first alert fire/co monitor. There’s no integration even with rings own outdoor cams!?! Ring’s CEO has promised more integration down the road as the base station is equipped with zigbee/z-wave radios to make that possible. If you need your alarm system to integrate with your smart home ecosystem, then this system might not be for you...yet?

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product easy to install and use. Love the app how I can set my alarm from anyplace

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Must have

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great alternative to a home alarm. Great price. Pairs with the front door camera and flood lights.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility, Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good security start

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Really like our ring alarm easy installation like the add on items available. Our ring doorbell was easily paired with our alarm system. Will definitely be adding on a camera.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy setup with great features

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Ring hit the nail on the head with this system. Setup was so simple. All did was mount everything up and synced up the sensors and, boom! I had home security. The sensors sync automatically. I love this alarm system. It alerts your phone on the exact sensor that tripped the alarm...you can arm and disarm with your phone if you so choose. It's also expandable! I plan on adding a camera and ring doorbell in the future. This is an awesome easy to set up system!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Wow no contract!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This alarm system is so easy to install and setup. Professional monitoring for only 100.00 a year it’s a no brainer!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Alarm system for the DIYer

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to install and program through iphone app! Inexpensive professional monitoring and cellular backup. Ditched ADT.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice security system! Easy to set up!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to install and set up with my iPhone ! Pricing is fair and like the choice of many components.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Installation

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice whole home alarm.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to install and very user friendly. Professional monitoring is very quick to respond when alarm goes off

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great system

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fairly cheap to buy, easy to set up. Very versatile and great add ons. Can’t beat $100/year professional monitoring.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Price

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Easy setup and use

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The security system was easy to set up and has been very user friendly. We switched from ADT to this and the price difference is a huge savings for the Ring products!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I Love Ring!

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Ring alarm was very easy to install and you own the equipment. Professional monitoring is only $10.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    love it

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    this thing is amazing, i thought i wouldnt want the home monitoring but with the price being so cheap how could i say no, and the best thing it included all the cloud storage for my cameras too. plus this upcoming year ring announced they would push firmware-updates to give the base station hub the ability to control some major brand's smart locks. the system is really intuitive and versatile; giving you the ability to really take it anywhere with you as move

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Installation

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    What more can I say? It's getting the job done.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy DIY installation and the Ring App allows you to view and control things from it with ease.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Installation
    Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Ease of use is key!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy Install and set up. Hopefully you have access to a power source close by. Not big on batteries- I prefer hooking up to power supply and forgetting about it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best DIY security

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to install and setup monitoring fee cheapest around. Added the door bell very please with performance.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility, Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Ring alarm

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent quality of items. Very simple to install and maintain. Is versatile and alarm system is very reliable and makes me feel safe.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best security system on the market.

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    After using your typical alarm system with a touch screen and monitoring company for years I switched to ring. The $9.99 a month professional monitoring was the key. With cellular backup at that price anyone who has been told by this isn't a deal must have an "alarm guy" telling you a story to keep themselves in business a few more years. If this doesnt exspose the rip off that is the typical monitoring alarm business model you are blind. Next I gotta say these contact sensors are by far not the biggest sensors I've seen. Not to mention these look better. So for all the negative comments on the contact sensors I'm a little confused. One thing I didn't like about the ring alarm was the glossy plastic keypads. However when I got my kit it was a much improved matte finish keypad that looks way newer. Ring should change out the display models at every store right away. As far as how the system works it is great. Sensors work great, app works great, and customization is almost endless. If you throw alexa into the mix you unlock even more benefits like glass break and smoke alarm monitoring. I have also setup voice sensor announcements for each sensor like my old alarm system had. If you are looking for a top of the line setup with amazing features at a monitoring price that can not be beat order this now. If you are loyal to your "alarm guy" and want to put his kids through college, or if you do not mind paying more for the same things in life do not order a ring alarm. It's a simple choice for me I'll enjoy my ring alarm.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Ring
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      Hi neighbor, using the Alexa Guard feature, you can connect your Amazon Echo device to your Ring Alarm and detect the sounds of a smoke alarm, CO alarm, or glass breaking. Alexa will then notify you about the event. Best, The Ring Team Ring

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use
    Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    easy to use

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    a good system for the money. easy to activate. make sure you charge all batteries at the beginning fully.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great alarm system

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works well so far. Very easy to install and everything speaks to each other very well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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