SimpliSafe - Indoor Home Security System with Smart Alarm Wireless Indoor Camera 8-piece - White

I've recently been in the market for a home security system and after countless hours of research I decided to go with SimpliSafe. First off, I'm currently renting my house and don't want to go through the hassle of drilling holes in walls, running wires, for a house I don’t even own. So weighing all my options from the big named security systems it was obvious that Simplisafe was the perfect match for my situation. The setup process was super easy. The SimpliSafe system arrived neatly packaged with clear instructions. While I consider myself pretty tech savvy, you do not need to be a technical expert or need professional help to get it up and running. All the components are wireless (minus the camera), which means no messy cables to deal with. Within 30 minutes, I had all the sensors in place, the key pad mounted and the Keep Watch 24/7 Camera. Pairing the hub along with the simpliSafe app was super easy and had no issues whatsoever when pairing everything into the app. Just follow the easy step-by-step instructions in the app and you are good to go. The SimpliSafe system is highly customizable. I set up motion sensors near the main entry point and strategically placed door/window sensors for the most likely spots an intruder would try to enter and placed the Keep Watch 24/7 Camera by the front door. The ability to customize the system to my home's layout was a big plus. Controlling the system through the SimpliSafe app is incredibly convenient. I can arm and disarm the system remotely, receive instant alerts, and even view live footage from the Keep Watch 24/7 Camera on my phone. The interface is very user-friendly, making it accessible for everyone in my household. The SimpliSafe system has proven its reliability. It's triggered without fail when a sensor is tripped. The loud alarm is enough to deter any intruder and alert me, my family, and my neighbors. The Keep Watch 24/7 Camera provides crystal-clear footage, even in low-light conditions, giving me peace of mind that my home is always under surveillance. Another major selling point for me was the affordability of the SimpliSafe system. I initially was expecting a hefty price tag for this level of security, when compared to the other big name security companies where the monitoring service alone was more than I was willing to pay a month and you needed to sign up for at least 2 years. SimpliSafe is surprisingly budget-friendly, with the monthly monitoring coming in around $17 a month (as of writing this) and you get to own all the sensors, and camera, so when I do decide to move I can bring them with me to my next home. There are no hidden fees or contracts, and in my opinion this is a no brainer, Although I haven't had any major issues, and haven't needed to call them for anything or have someone come out to my home so, I can not attest to their response time, but that can probably vary by where you live. In conclusion, my experience with the SimpliSafe 8pc Indoor Security Kit and Keep Watch 24/7 Camera has been great. It's super easy to set up, highly programmable to your needs, and provides reliable security without spending a fortune. If you're looking for a user-friendly, effective, and affordable home security solution, you can't go wrong with a SimpliSafe security system. It certainly has given me the peace of mind I was looking for.

This is my 2nd system to install at my house. So adding on a 2nd system is somewhat easy. Lessons learned from the 1st system install are as follows... -do not mount anything yet.... -set everything down on a big table -begin the pairing process -have your cell phone with you and refresh at each location as you set up a sensor Mind you that the base station HAS to be in range of sensors. The sensors will NOT tag onto wifi to communicate back to the base station. Only items that tag onto wifi are the cameras. This means if you have a sensor far away from the base station or if there are walls that have plaster or are too thick to penetrate it will give you bad readings or not communicate back to the base station correctly. Also if you have windows that are double hung meaning both the upper and lower panes slide you will have complications with setting the sensors and you may need a double set sensors for both sliders. Also another location sensors are hard to install are doors. If you have molding around your doors, it will nearly be impossible to install at an exterior door. So I opted to use a motion sensor near the door. This particular system is enough for a small apartment or a small house. If you have a larger dwelling unit you will need a bigger system with more sensors etc. Also if you have an upstairs you may or may not be able to pickup the sensors upstairs due to floors and walls being in the way. So.... With all of that in mind, and with trouble shooting and trial and error I was able to set this up in ADU. Base station took about 20 mins to install due to updates and all. I also had a little trouble adding a 2nd base station and 2nd location to my account. But got through it. The new interior camera was a bit more challenging to setup. I had to use the keypad to install it and then the app updated. It went through an firmware update and had a hiccup. It eventually paired. I really do like this indoor camera. It has an alarm, and a privacy shutter so know that it is not spying on you. If you want to save recorded material you have to sign up for their monthly service. Just an FYI. Other than that the system functions fine after all the setup was done. It took about 2 full hours to get everything dialed in. App was/is easy to use. So no complaints. For what the intent is which to have a security system that is not hardwired and tied to a traditional company this is they way to go. For those reasons I would recommend this product with the understanding of the limitations I have listed.

Great packaging of the SimpliSafe home monitoring system. It was all organized in a compactly fit box. When I first opened the SimpliSafe box, I noticed the quick setup sheet. It said to download the app and I did. The app literally walked me through the process of setting up system. When the home base is in setup mode, it automatically finds the device I have activated. I did the activation one at a time by removing the battery tab and pushing the small button on the device I’m adding. All the devices were very easy to install except for the smart indoor camera. After several attempts of troubleshooting the camera with a SimpliSafe service representative it’s still not resolved. The best thing I like about the SimpliSafe security system is the ease of use. It was well thought of by the company. So often I would forget to arm my alarm but with the app I can just do it on my phone from anywhere. It’s been years since I’ve had an upgrade to my home security system before my new SimpliSafe. It’s come a long way since then and I’m happy with all the improvements. I have yet to have an emergency situation but I feel confident that SimpliSafe will get me the help I need. No contract to commit to and you have a few options for all budgets. I use the SimpliSafe plans according to what fits my needs for the time being. So far I noticed that this base station provides more range than my older alarm system. I’m now able to use the door sensors for my sheds which allow me to get a better piece of my mind. So much to like about this SimpliSafe system. I can create pins and assign them to individuals that way I don’t need to give my master pin. I can view logs of events in the app. The light up keypad is perfect for me at night or early morning when I’m disarming the alarm. Great alarm system for the price and any customer can customize their system by adding the devices that works for them. I will recommend the SimpliSafe to anyone looking for an affordable wireless alarm system.