Smart Home Security Systems: Traditional vs DIY

Smart Home Security Systems: Traditional vs DIY

Home security systems come in every shape and size these days. But, do you really need a “packaged” system or do you just want to be alerted to something that’s gone wrong at your home while you’re away? Learn whether to go with the “big guys”, some of the new “smart home” packaged systems, or the DIY “mix and match” route.

Smart Home Security Systems Mentioned:

Simplisafe – https://amzn.to/2sSdZwd
Canary – https://amzn.to/2Md8KjI
Aura – https://www.aurahome.com
Ring – https://amzn.to/2sJMIwJ
Nest – https://nest.com/alarm-system

Others:

Scout Alarm – https://amzn.to/2JJVBjT
Wink Lookout – https://amzn.to/2JqMTn0

Joe’s Tiny Home Security Setup:

Fibaro Motion Sensor (req Z-Wave hub) – https://amzn.to/2JwHj2q
Zmodo Pivot Cloud Cam – https://amzn.to/2McyVHm
Elgato Eve Door & Window Sensor – https://amzn.to/2xVN8Fp

Best DIY Home Security Product Vendors:

Cameras: Nest, Arlo, Logitech, WyzeCam, Zmodo
Sensors: Fibaro, Aeotec, Ecolink, Dome, Insteon, Elgato (HomeKit)
Our general Amazon link – http://amzn.to/2fHcZ6a

HomeKi Devicest: https://smarterhomelife.com/homekitguide

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Jason Rasmussen says:

How does the Wink security system measure up?

Simon T Bramley says:

That intruder was you wasn't it! ;-p

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