SimpliSafe review

SimpliSafe ranks first because it covers the whole range from a cheap self-monitored setup to some of the most active professional monitoring sold to homes. Standard monitoring at 76¢ a day requests police dispatch for break-ins, fire and medical emergencies. Core at $1.10 a day adds video verification, which SimpliSafe says gets faster police response than unverified alarms, plus unlimited camera recordings with 30 days of cloud storage for up to 10 cameras. Pro and Pro Plus add Active Guard, where agents use the outdoor camera or doorbell to speak to a person, sound the siren and turn on the spotlight. The base station has network backup and up to 24 hours of battery power, and equipment is covered for life while you subscribe. The main catch is that the most useful features sit on the higher tiers, and daily pricing makes plans look cheaper than they are. We compared documented features and published prices.

Who it is for

Most homeowners and renters who want a self-installed alarm with professional monitoring and no contract.

Price

Self Monitoring with camera recordings 33¢ per day; professional Standard monitoring 76¢ per day; Core $1.10 per day.

Check out Self Monitoring with Camera Recordings 33¢/day
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 8, 2026.

Key features

• Standard professional monitoring at 76¢ a day, Core at $1.10 a day
• Active Guard Outdoor Protection on Pro (8pm to 6am) and Pro Plus (24/7)
• Intruder intervention through the Smart Alarm Indoor Camera on Core and up
• Built-in network backup and up to 24-hour battery backup
• Lifetime equipment warranty while a monitoring plan is active

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: No long-term contract or cancellation fee
• Strength: Free first month of any professional monitoring plan
• Strength: Works with Alexa, Google Assistant and August locks
• Weakness: Camera recording and video verification need Core or higher
• Weakness: Active Guard outdoor agents cost $1.66 to $2.66 a day
• Weakness: Without a plan the system only works as a local siren

Key facts

• Cheapest professional plan: Standard, 76¢ per day
• Contract: None, cancel any time
• Battery backup: Up to 24 hours
• Anti-Theft Guarantee: Up to $500 toward a deductible on Pro plans

Where it ranks

SimpliSafe is No. 1 in our Best Home Security Systems verdict.