The Best Home Security Systems in 2017

SafeWise's take on the best home security providers.
 SafeWise believes in empowering consumers through research. For this reason, we have provided families with this holistic assessment of major home security system companies. To provide this free service, SafeWise generates advertising revenue from the companies featured in our rankings.

Frontpoint 

Save Money with DIY Installation

With Frontpoint, you don't have any installation or activation charges because you install your system yourself. Your security system is shipped to you free of charge, and it takes about 30 minutes to set it up—an installer technician will walk you through the process over the phone. Generally, customers agree it's a very simple process—even if you're not the typical DIY type.

Cheaper Monitoring

Companies that give away free home security systems when you sign up for a service contract, end up rolling the equipment cost into your monthly monitoring fees, which pushes their prices higher. But with Frontpoint, you buy and own your own equipment, so its monitoring fees are lower than most other security companies.

What Customers Like

Customers agree that Frontpoint home security is a joy to work with. Overwhelmingly, when a disgruntled customer contacts Frontpoint, they are able to get their issue resolved to their satisfaction. Customers also like that the system is easy to set up and move to a new location, and that they don't have to deal with long-term contracts. If you put a high priority on customer service and don't mind installing your own system, Frontpoint is the perfect company for you.

Flexible Contracts

Frontpoint security gives you options when it comes to your service contract. You can sign up for a 12-month, 24-month, or 36-month agreement. When you opt for the 36-month agreement, you instantly save $300 on your security system. Frontpoint customers also praise the company for its easy-to-understand terms, and the ease by which they're able to transfer or discontinue service.

All Inclusive Monitoring

All Frontpoint home security system monitoring packages include personal alert monitoring (which is usually an additional fee) in addition to security, fire, carbon monoxide, flood, and freezing monitoring. Essentially, personal alert monitoring means that you can get a personal pendant with a panic button to assist in health or life safety emergencies unrelated to security or environmental concerns.

Bottom Line

Frontpoint has minimal upfront costs, which makes it a bit easier to sign up for security on a budget. They're serious about their commitment to customer service and they have the reviews to back it up.