SimpliSafe vs. ADT: Which Home Security System Should You Buy in 2023?

SimpliSafe and ADT are both household names in the home security world, but there are quite a few differences between the two companies. SimpliSafe is known for its DIY options, but ADT has taken a major swing at that arena with ADT Self Setup (formerly called Blue by ADT). There are also some distinctions between the two companies in terms of pricing and initial setup costs.

Navigating and understanding the different things the companies have to offer can help customers decide which one might be the best fit for their situation. When it comes to ADT vs. SimpliSafe, which one is the best home security system? Spoiler: ADT is our top pick, but the SimpliSafe home security system brings a lot to the table.

Editor’s Note: Prices listed in this article are accurate as of the last update, but may vary. For the most up-to-date costs, please see SimpliSafe’s and ADT’s website.

How We Compared Home Security Systems

At first glance, comparing two different security systems can be daunting, but there are common elements both share that can be compared on a one-to-one basis.

• Reputation: How often a company responds to complaints, as well as the way that company responds, speaks volumes about the user experience. Trustpilot and the Better Business Bureau help compare the two companies’ reputations side by side.
• Equipment options and quality: No two pieces of home security equipment are created equal. The quality of the equipment, the configurations it comes in, and the customization offered to customers are all important factors.
• Packages and plans: Some customers want professional monitoring, while others want the ability to self-monitor. Ideally, a company offers both options. In this comparison, SimpliSafe and ADT have both plans available.
• Pricing and fees: Just as choice is important in what packages are available to customers, the pricing and fees also have to reflect that. Different pricing options for different budgets make security systems available to the widest range of potential customers.
• Installation: Many companies charge exorbitant fees for professional installation while leaving it the only option available to customers. The ability to install a system at home, with minimal tools or knowledge required, can help customers reduce costs.
• Monitoring: Monitoring plans add a whole new level of security to a home security system, but they aren’t all the same—and not every customer wants professional monitoring. The best home security systems often include the option to self-monitor a system as well as professional monitoring.
• App user experience: There’s an app for everything these days, but not every app works the same. Some are clunky, with difficult-to-navigate interfaces that make it harder to use the system, not easier.
• Contracts and trial period: Contracts can trap customers into long-term commitments before they know how the system performs. When comparing security systems, customers will want to look for the option with a trial period: Something that looks good on paper might not live up to expectations.
• Warranty: If something breaks or doesn’t work as expected, customers will want to have a reasonable amount of time in which to return the piece or even the entire system. Comparing how two companies’ warranties work can help determine the better pick of the two.
• Home automation and device compatibility: The modern home is one that serves its owner, and a home security system needs to be able to tie into the smart home with relative ease.

1. SimpliSafe vs. ADT: Reputation and Customer Reviews

ADT reviews on Consumer Affairs are generally positive and the company has an impressive rating of 4.6 out of 5. Customers praise the company for its fast response times and the professionalism of its technicians, and several reviewers have been ADT customers for many years. While ADT’s rating on Trustpilot is lower at 1.2 out of 5, the company is quick to respond to reviews—both positive and negative—quickly and with constructive advice, which shows potential customers that the company is committed to customer satisfaction.

Additionally, ADT has been in the home security industry for many years, which makes it one of the best-known names in the industry. According to industry expert Sadie Cornelius of safesmartliving.com, “ADT is one of the oldest and possibly the most well-known home security company. With more than 140 years of experience, ADT is a household name.” That alone may be enough for many people to choose ADT.

SimpliSafe reviews on Consumer Affairs are mixed, with an overall score of 2.1 out of 5. Customers write that SimpliSafe’s home security system is reliable and the company is quick to respond to questions; others report the opposite, so the customer experience may depend on the rep they work with. On Trustpilot, SimpliSafe has a 3.7 out of 5 rating after more than 16,400 reviews. The company doesn’t respond to as many negative reviews, though, and it tends to take more than a month before customers receive an answer. However, as Cornelius points out, “SimpliSafe is one of the original DIY players with their longstanding history of easy do-it-yourself installation, along with no long-term contracts and low monitoring fees.” This could sway shoppers in SimpliSafe’s direction.

Shoppers will want to bear in mind when researching SimpliSafe vs. ADT reviews that customers leaving reviews are often frustrated. Therefore, the actual score carries less weight than how the company responds to those complaints.

Verdict: Both SimpliSafe and ADT have very good reviews and high customer ratings. While SimpliSafe has slightly more positive customer reviews overall, ADT’s stellar reputation and long history in the home security market give it the edge.

Winner: ADT

2. SimpliSafe vs. ADT: Equipment Options and Quality

How does SimpliSafe work? The SimpliSafe security system offers a variety of different equipment options, including SimpliSafe cameras, a SimpliSafe doorbell, entry and motion sensors, hazard sensors, and even a smart lock. SimpliSafe produces its own equipment in-house, which means the company is more familiar with the devices and can provide better service. Unfortunately, the equipment isn’t compatible with that from outside sources. SimpliSafe has a somewhat limited variety of products, too, and next to no smart-home options aside from the smart lock.

ADT edges out SimpliSafe home security by not only offering higher-end equipment, but also by broadening compatibility with other systems. ADT’s basic offerings include several ADT security cameras, entry and motion sensors, and hazard sensors—but even this equipment comes with more features than SimpliSafe’s competing equipment. For example, ADT’s smoke detector also has a built-in carbon monoxide detector, while SimpliSafe does not offer this option.

ADT’s own touch-screen and window/motion sensors are well built, but the company can also work with Google Nest products, including cameras, Wi-Fi routers, and smart thermostats, enabling it to integrate smart-home functionality into the system. While there is no ADT doorbell, customers can purchase the Nest Doorbell through ADT and sync it with their system.

Then there’s ADT Self Setup, which is the DIY option. “ADT acquired LifeShield in 2019 to offer a DIY system for those who don’t want to hassle with professional installation,” explains Cornelius. An ADT Self Setup system comes with its own equipment that isn’t compatible with traditional ADT alarm system gear, and it has a wide range of options between indoor and outdoor ADT cameras, motion and hazard sensors, and more. It too is compatible with Google Nest products.

Verdict: A close look at equipment options and quality from both ADT and SimpliSafe only highlights how ADT outshines its competition: SimpliSafe falls short of ADT as it lacks some key offerings such as garage door controls and smart plugs; ADT’s device connectivity is also typically more consistent than SimpliSafe’s.

Winner: ADT

3. SimpliSafe vs. ADT: Packages and Plans

SimpliSafe excels when it comes to equipment package options, offering seven different prebuilt configurations:

• The Foundation is a four-piece package that includes a base station, keypad, entry sensor, and motion sensor. It also offers a free indoor SimpliSafe camera (as do all packages). This package is best for customers who live in an apartment or small house and only need a basic security system.
• The six-piece Essentials package mirrors the Foundation, but includes three entry sensors instead of one. It’s ideal for customers whose home has several first-floor entry points, such as doors and windows.
• The Hearth has nine total pieces of equipment, including everything from the Essentials package, a wireless siren, a key fob, and a smoke detector. It’s a solid choice for customers who want to use noise to deter burglars.
• The 13-piece Knox package includes everything from the Hearth package, but increases the number of entry sensors to six and the number of motion sensors to two. It will work well for a customer who has a larger home with multiple accessible windows and doors.
• The Haven is a 14-piece package that includes the same pieces from the Knox package but offers four entry sensors instead of six. In addition, this package has a panic button, a temperature sensor, and a water sensor. It’ll appeal to customers who want to add more hazard sensors to their home in addition to intruder sensors.
• The Lighthouse has seven total pieces of equipment: a base station, a keypad, three entry sensors, a motion sensor, and a wireless outdoor security camera. It is a good choice for customers who need to monitor their home’s exterior.
• The 10-piece Beacon is a slight upgrade from the Lighthouse, including the same equipment but increasing the number of entry sensors to four, the number of motion sensors to two, and the number of wireless outdoor security cameras to two. It is designed for customers who need more than one outdoor camera to help protect their home.

If none of these configurations work, SimpliSafe also offers a build-your-own system option that allows customers to pick and choose the specific equipment pieces they need for their home. Customers can also opt for a prebuilt package while adding extra equipment to meet their home security needs.

What is ADT? ADT is a professional installation and monitoring home security company that has three total preset package options:

• The Build-Your-Own package includes a digital touch-screen panel, three door and window sensors, and a motion detector. It’s a great base package that customers can use as-is or add equipment to in order to build a customized home security system.
• The Smart Home package includes everything from the Secure Home package, as well as a smart door lock in the customer’s choice of three finishes (satin nickel, bronze, and brass). It’s a good choice for customers who want to integrate their smart-home devices into their home security system.
• The Video & Smart Home package comes with the same equipment as the Smart Home package, as well as an outdoor Google Nest Cam. It is designed for customers who want a well-rounded package that provides video surveillance in addition to smart- home compatibility.

ADT customers can add equipment to any of these three packages to create a tailored system that meets the customer’s security requirements, whether that means additional indoor or outdoor cameras, more home automation devices, or hazard sensors.

ADT also offers several DIY packages through its ADT Self Setup brand for customers who want to install their own home security system and opt for self-monitoring:

• The Build-Your-Own System includes a smart home hub, one entry sensor, and access to the ADT+ mobile app. From there, customers can add on equipment as needed to develop a customized system. It is ideal for customers looking for a basic system to help protect their home.
• The Starter System includes a smart home hub, two entry sensors, access to the ADT+ mobile app, and a battery-powered Google Nest doorbell. It works well for customers who have small-to-medium-size homes and need a more comprehensive security system.
• The Premium System offers the same features as the Starter System, but adds a smoke detector, a flood and temperature sensor, a wired indoor Google Nest camera, and a battery-powered indoor or outdoor Google Nest camera. It’s designed for customers with larger homes who want to monitor environmental hazards as well as security threats.

Customers will want to note that ADT and ADT Self Setup equipment are not interchangeable, so if a customer has an existing ADT system, they won’t be able to add ADT Self Setup equipment to it (and vice versa).

ADT Self Setup customers can add on additional accessories, like a wireless outdoor camera, indoor cameras, and more. It’s a more affordable option because it’s a DIY system, but customers can choose monitoring if they like.

Verdict: SimpliSafe offers seven equipment packages, while ADT offers six (including packages from ADT Self Setup). Both offer fully custom packages, too.

Winner: Tie

4. SimpliSafe vs. ADT: Pricing and Fees

SimpliSafe’s up-front equipment costs can be expensive, especially with the company’s larger packages. However, SimpliSafe often gives customers a discount on equipment, as well as offering a free month of professional monitoring, which can help keep the up-front costs down. SimpliSafe’s package pricing is as follows:

Equipment Package	Cost
The Foundation	$249.96
The Essentials	$279.95
The Hearth	$399.91
The Knox	$479.87
The Haven	$519.86
The Lighthouse	$469.93
The Beacon	$709.90

SimpliSafe has three total monitoring plans, including two professional monitoring plans and a self-monitoring option. Customers can expect to pay as much as $27.99 for SimpliSafe’s monthly costs.

Monitoring Plan	Approximate Cost Per Day	ApproximateCost Per Month
Self Monitoring with Camera Recordings	$0.33	$10
Standard Monitoring	$0.66	$20
Fast Protect Professional Monitoring	$0.99	$30

ADT costs are higher because the company only offers professional monitoring services, which vary depending on the package chosen by the customer. Because there is no self-monitoring option, ADT monthly costs are quite a bit higher than SimpliSafe; however, many customers prefer ADT’s comprehensive professional monitoring options as they can provide greater peace of mind. The costs are as follows:

Equipment Package	Monthly Cost	Total Cost
Build Your Own	From $9.98	$599
Smart Home	From $14.15	$849
Video & Smart Home	From $23.12	$1,387

While some security companies allow customers to choose their monitoring plan, ADT bases it on the equipment package the customer chooses. All options have basic professional monitoring, and the price increases with the addition of extra features based on the equipment features in the customer’s package. The prices are broken down as follows:

Monitoring Feature	Monthly Cost
Essential Monitoring	$38.99
Smart Home	$4
Video Security	$14
Quality Service Plan	$7 to $9

ADT Self Setup packages are considerably more affordable than the traditional ADT packages and are more in line with the prices offered by SimpliSafe, so those comparing ADT Self Setup vs. SimpliSafe will likely come up with similar estimated prices. The cost for these packages is as follows:

Equipment Plan	Cost
Build Your Own	$194.98
Starter	$389.96
Premium	$744.92

ADT Self Setup customers will also need to pay for monthly professional monitoring; there is no self-monitoring option for any system. Customers will pay between $24.99 and $39.99 per month for this service.

Verdict: Customers comparing ADT and SimpliSafe may want to consider monthly costs and up-front cost: ADT tends to be more expensive on a monthly basis since equipment is often leased, whereas SimpliSafe customers will likely need to put more money down at the time of purchase. Ultimately, for customers looking for a home security system and self-monitoring capabilities, SimpliSafe may still offer the most bang for the buck. However, ADT’s higher pricing and additional fees may be worth it for buyers looking for a professionally monitored system that integrates smoothly with home automation devices.

Winner: Tie

5. SimpliSafe vs. ADT: Installation

Home security systems often give customers the choice between DIY and professional installation. That is the case with both SimpliSafe and ADT.

The SimpliSafe system is primarily designed to be installed by the customer, with peel-and-stick application and easy-to-follow instructions—this makes it one of the best apartment security systems since there’s no drilling needed to install the equipment, so renters won’t risk their security deposit. SimpliSafe claims its system can be set up by the customer in under an hour with no tools needed. The company offers multiple resources on the SimpliSafe customer service and support site, as well as live online chat, to help customers who have questions about installation.

Customers who aren’t sure how to install security cameras can also choose to have their system professionally installed by a SimpliSafe technician, though most go with DIY installation. “If you are not a tech-savvy person or want peace of mind that your system is set up properly, then it’s probably worth paying a professional to help you set up your home security system,” says Cornelius.

With a traditional ADT home security system, professional installation is a requirement. A customer must first work with an ADT customer service representative to build their package, and then schedule a date and time for installation. Customers are required to pay a security camera installation cost of around $150 for their ADT system installation. This is a solid option for customers who want to make sure their equipment is properly installed, but it leaves DIYers out of the picture.

However, customers who want to install their home security system themselves can also choose an ADT Self Setup system which, like SimpliSafe, is designed for DIY installation. However, ADT Self Setup equipment is not the same as traditional ADT equipment; customers can’t choose to install their traditional ADT home security system themselves, and ADT Self Setup equipment differs from the original ADT equipment. Therefore, customers may prefer to go with a name like SimpliSafe that is built on the idea of a self-installed security system.

Verdict: SimpliSafe’s equipment is primarily designed for DIY installation, although customers can opt for professional installation if they prefer. ADT home security systems must be installed by a professional. Those who want a DIY system from ADT will need to opt for ADT Self Setup; however, they are advised that this is a different product offering.

Winner: SimpliSafe

6. SimpliSafe vs. ADT: Monitoring

There are three SimpliSafe monitoring plans, although only two are professional. Customers can also opt to use their SimpliSafe system unmonitored, which is free but doesn’t offer the benefits of the following three plans:

• The Self-Monitoring with Camera Recordings plan includes HD live view on all cameras and unlimited video recording for up to five cameras. It’s the cheapest option, as well as the only option for customers who aren’t interested in professional monitoring.
• The Standard Monitoring plan includes 24/7 police, fire, and medical dispatch and HD live view on all cameras. It’s ideal for customers who want professional monitoring to help alert emergency responders when needed, but who aren’t interested in any extras.
• The Fast Protect Professional Monitoring plan includes 24/7 police, fire, and medical dispatch; HD live view on all cameras; unlimited camera recordings; 30-day cloud storage; video alarm verification; a built-in cellular connection; water damage and temperature monitoring; and an extended warranty for the lifetime of the subscription. Customers who choose this plan may also qualify for home insurance discounts. This plan is designed for customers who want to take home security monitoring off their plates entirely for additional peace of mind.

ADT offers three different professional monitoring plans that offer a wide range of options and features. Customers will be required to sign a 36-month contract when they sign up for monitoring, and there is no way to get out of that. The plans offer the following features:

• Essential Monitoring: Includes rapid intrusion detection, monitored smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and nine company-owned and -operated monitoring sensors. This monitoring plan is required with all professionally installed ADT systems.
• Quality Service Plan: Will cover the cost to repair or replace any defective pieces of equipment.
• Smart Home: Systems that include smart-home devices will require this monitoring add-on.
• Video Security: Systems that include cameras will require this monitoring add-on

Those considering ADT Self Setup will want to be aware that there is no self-monitoring option, so they will need to pay a monthly professional monitoring fee. The options for professional monitoring plans are as follows:

• The Essential monitoring plan offers intrusion detection backed up by 24/7 ADT SMART Monitoring.
• The Essential + Video monitoring plan adds remote access and control of smart devices and cameras.

Verdict: ADT offers three comprehensive professional monitoring packages, though customers must sign a minimum 36-month contract for ADT service (ADT Self Setup customers get a professional monitoring service with no contract). SimpliSafe’s two professional monitoring options are more basic, though the company also offers a self-monitoring option and does not require customers to sign a service contract.

Winner: Tie

7. SimpliSafe vs. ADT: App User Experience

While a company’s app might not sound like a major selling point, many home security customers rely on their apps to help manage their systems. “You need reliability and control when it comes to an app for your home security system,” advises Cornelius. “The apps allow you to remotely arm and disarm, turn lights on and off, lock doors, and get alerts for when something is wrong. During an emergency, time is of the essence, and if a user has difficulty using their home security app, it could mean the difference between life or death.”

The SimpliSafe app allows users to remotely arm and disarm their system and watch live video from their various cameras. Customers can see a timeline showing them events such as the arming or disarming of the system or a detected motion. This helps them easily keep an eye on their home when they are away without needing to scroll through multiple screens each time. The SimpliSafe app seems to be well liked, with 4.6 stars and more than 22,000 reviews on the Google Play Store. It has a similar rating in the App Store, and several of the user reviews mention exactly how easy it is to use.

There are three separate ADT apps, each designed with a different purpose in mind:

• The ADT Control app is similar to the SimpliSafe app, allowing customers to arm or disarm their system, view camera footage, and even keep track of home automation devices such as smart lights, locks, and thermostats. Customers can only use this app if they have a Smart or Video monitoring package. This app has a 4.9 rating on the Apple App Store and a 4.8 rating on the Google Play Store. This app is the updated version of the older ADT Pulse app.
• The ADT+ app is intended for ADT Self Setup customers. It allows them to control their security system and smart home devices, as well as stream live video from their cameras using their smartphone. This app has a 4.7 rating on the Apple App Store and a 4.1 rating on Google Play
• The MyADT app allows customers to manage their account, including paying their bills, setting up automatic payments, updating their account information, and managing their appointments. The app also has guides to help customers troubleshoot different pieces of equipment, and customers can also order yard signs through the app. This app has a 4.8 rating on the Apple App Store and a 2.6 rating on Google Play.
• The SoSecure app is designed for customers while they’re on the move. It offers location sharing, 24/7 SOS response from ADT, SOS chat, and a widget to allow customers to access help from their lock screen. There’s also a paid version of the app that includes 24/7 roadside assistance, crash detection, and more. SoSecure has a 4.5 rating on the Apple App Store and a 4.1 rating on Google Play.

Verdict: ADT offers four different apps that allow customers to control their home security system, manage billing, and keep track of their loved ones, although customers will need to opt for the Smart or Video monitoring package to access the ADT Control app. SimpliSafe’s app is easy to use and well rated, but it’s not as comprehensive as ADT’s app options.

Winner: ADT

8. SimpliSafe vs. ADT: Contracts and Trial Period

SimpliSafe has two main strengths. First, it requires no contracts. Users can set up the system, and if they’re unhappy with it, they can cancel service without paying a penalty. The other benefit is SimpliSafe’s trial period in the form of a 60-day money-back guarantee. Users can try out the system and if they decide it’s not for them, SimpliSafe will refund their payments as long as the user notified SimpliSafe within the 60-day purchase window. SimpliSafe also offers a 30-day trial period of its Fast Protect Professional Monitoring plan, so customers can test out the features free of charge. At the end of that trial period, customers can either begin paying the monthly monitoring fee or choose a different monitoring plan if they decide Interactive Monitoring isn’t for them.

ADT requires customers to sign a minimum 36-month monitoring contract, except in California, where the contract is 24 months. Unlike SimpliSafe, ADT doesn’t offer a trial period for its monitoring services. While ADT doesn’t technically offer a free trial for its equipment, there is a 6-month money-back guarantee, which outshines SimpliSafe’s 60-day money-back guarantee.

ADT Self Setup is slightly different, offering a 30- or a 60-day trial depending on what promotions are currently active. This is separate from the 6-month guarantee offered by the professionally monitored ADT systems, and it’s a great way for a prospective user to test out a DIY system. ADT Self Setup also gives customers a free month of professional monitoring when they purchase a system, so they are able to test out their system in its full capacity to decide whether they want to pay for a professional monitoring plan or just monitor their system themselves.

Verdict: Potential ADT customers can expect to be locked into a lengthy contract, whereas SimpliSafe customers can use their system without one. However, SimpliSafe’s trial pales in comparison to ADT’s: it lasts 60 days, while ADT customers can take advantage of the company’s 6-month money-back guarantee, giving customers more time to determine whether their system fits their needs.

Winner: ADT

9. SimpliSafe vs. ADT: Warranty

SimpliSafe equipment comes with a basic 1-year limited hardware warranty, but customers have a couple of ways to extend that warranty. First, if they sign up for the Standard Monitoring plan or Self Monitoring with Camera Recordings before that warranty expires, they can extend it for up to 2 years, resulting in a total warranty of almost 3 years. Second, customers who sign up for Fast Protect Professional Monitoring before their original 1-year warranty is up will benefit from a limited lifetime warranty for those products. Both warranty extensions are valid as long as the customer carries an uninterrupted subscription during that time frame.

ADT only provides a 90-day warranty on equipment, although a longer warranty called the Quality Service Plan (QSP) can be purchased for additional cost. Customers will need to call and speak to an ADT representative in order to opt into the QSP coverage. ADT Self Setup customers will receive a 12-month limited warranty, and once that year is up customers will be responsible for the cost of repairs or replacements for their equipment. While most defects will appear within the first few months of use, some problems might not emerge until later, such as a manufacturing defect that shows up over time, so this warranty period may not be sufficient in some cases.

Verdict: ADT offers a 90-day warranty on equipment with the option to purchase an extended warranty plan (ADT Self Setup has a 12-month limited warranty on defective equipment). SimpliSafe’s hardware warranty is much more generous at 1 year and includes the option of an extended warranty for customers who choose professional monitoring.

Winner: SimpliSafe

10. SimpliSafe vs. ADT: Home Automation and Device Compatibility

SimpliSafe technically has a few home automation features, but those features are severely limited in scope. Users can have Alexa or the Google Assistant arm and disarm the system, check its status, and more. SimpliSafe also offers its own smart lock that customers can control from the app. Customers can also set a timer on the SimpliSafe smart lock, or set it up so it locks or unlocks automatically when the security system is armed or disarmed. If someone enters the wrong code into the smart lock five times, the customer will get a notification, and after 15 incorrect attempts the home will be automatically locked for 30 minutes. The other smart-home integration lies in the August smart locks that can be used to automatically and remotely lock and unlock the doors, similarly to the SimpliSafe smart lock.

ADT goes beyond that. Not only does it offer a smart-home monitoring plan, but it also works with smart plugs, garage door openers, and various kinds of smart locks. Both ADT and ADT Self Setup sell and install Google Nest equipment such as cameras, thermostats, and Wi-Fi, and these devices work with the ADT security system to create an automated home that’s controllable right from the ADT Control or ADT+ app. For customers who envision controlling their entire home from their phone, ADT is the clear choice.

Verdict: ADT offers customers full range of control over its security system by integrating with Google Nest and Amazon Alexa. SimpliSafe’s home automation is more limited.

Winner: ADT

Verdict: ADT is our choice for customers looking for a reliable and highly reputed company with full-service monitoring and professional installation. However, SimpliSafe’s contract-free packages and self-monitoring option may make it a better choice for customers looking for a reliable yet cost-effective home security system.

Is SimpliSafe as good as ADT? Although ADT is the objectively superior choice because of its advantages in the areas of monitoring and automation, SimpliSafe isn’t a slouch. It’s still a great choice for customers who already have the system and enjoy it. For those who prefer to let professionals handle everything, ADT is the better option, but DIYers might prefer to use SimpliSafe or even look at ADT Self Setup vs. SimpliSafe’s offerings to determine which might best fit their needs—either DIY home security system is worth it if it fits the customer’s requirements.

The fact that ADT offers a DIY option through ADT Self Setup makes the company an even clearer choice than before as the winner, but the cost factor comes into play. Users will pay more up front for SimpliSafe, but they’ll have fewer monthly expenses. ADT’s monthly costs are higher, but they encompass the majority of its expenses. Customers considering ADT vs. Ring vs. SimpliSafe or Frontpoint vs. SimpliSafe will find that all mentioned systems can be the ideal match for many homes alongside implementing the top home security recommendations.