SimpliSafe Home Security: Is Today's Price Fair?
A buying guide for SimpliSafe's DIY security kits: why kit contents vary, what to check about monitoring plans, how it compares with alternatives, and a five-step check to tell whether today's Amazon price is fair. We don't print prices or predict sales.
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✓ This guide is for you if
- Are considering a SimpliSafe kit
- Want to know what to check about plans and kit contents
- Want to know whether today's price is fair
- Want to compare alternatives
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- Want a verdict telling you to buy or wait (we don't predict prices)
- Want a live price (open the listing)
- Need a professionally installed wired system
- Need a lab-tested review
- What SimpliSafe is, and why kits vary
- Monitoring plans: check before you buy the hardware
- How to tell whether today's kit price is fair
- Is it a good fit for renters and first-time buyers?
- Common mistakes when buying a security system
- Alternatives and add-ons
- What to compare on any home-security kit
- Honest pros and cons
- Before you buy
- Keep going
- FAQ
What SimpliSafe is, and why kits vary
SimpliSafe makes wireless DIY home-security systems: a base station, sensors for doors, windows and motion, a keypad, and optional cameras, sold in numbered kits such as the "8-piece" system. You place the sensors yourself and control the system from a keypad or the app. Professional monitoring is optional and sold by the month, according to SimpliSafe's public information.
The key thing to know before you shop is that kits vary. A numbered kit's contents (how many entry sensors, motion sensors and extras) can change between bundles and over time, and Amazon listings may differ from SimpliSafe's own site. Read the item list on the exact listing, not just the "8-piece" label.
Monitoring plans: check before you buy the hardware
The hardware price is only part of the cost. SimpliSafe's monitoring plans, which add professional dispatch and in some tiers video verification, are billed monthly, and the features available without a plan can differ by hardware and by plan. SimpliSafe sets the plan names and prices and changes them from time to time, so we don't quote figures here.
- Open SimpliSafe's current plans page and read what each tier includes.
- Check what works without a plan, such as local alarm and app control, and what needs one, such as cellular connectivity or camera recording.
- Add up the cost over the time you'll own it, not just the kit price.
- Check the terms for cancelling or pausing.
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How to tell whether today's kit price is fair
We don't publish a price chart or a predicted price for the SimpliSafe kit on this page, because we can't back one up with recorded data here. What we can give you is a method that works for any product, and the free Zroppix extension that applies it for you on the Amazon page.
- Confirm the exact version. Model year, size, colour and bundle can each change the price. Read the title and the variant selector, not just the headline.
- Open the price history. Use the Zroppix extension (90-day history on Amazon pages) or another tracker such as CamelCamelCamel or Keepa. Where Amazon shows its own price history link, use that too.
- Compare today's price with the lowest in the window. At or near the low is a fair price. A big "percent off" badge on its own proves little, as our guide to sale badges explains.
- Check who sells it. Amazon or the brand is safest. Compare against the manufacturer's own site, which may run separate promotions.
- Set an alert if the price isn't right yet, and decide on your own timeline. Nobody can tell you what the price will do next.
Is it a good fit for renters and first-time buyers?
A wireless system is easier to install than a wired one and doesn't need an installer. Many sensors attach with adhesive, which suits rented homes, but you should check your lease and the mounting method for each part. SimpliSafe publishes setup guides and support, so check the current ones before you start. For a house with many doors and windows, count them first, because a kit may not cover every entry point.
Common mistakes when buying a security system
- Buying by kit name. Two "8-piece" kits may not hold the same sensors.
- Forgetting the monthly cost. A cheap kit with an expensive plan can cost more than a pricier kit.
- Under-counting entry points. Count doors, ground-floor windows and areas for motion sensors before you pick a kit.
- Trusting a "50% off" badge. Compare against recorded price history.
- Buying from an unknown seller. Choose Amazon or SimpliSafe for a security product.
Alternatives and add-ons
If SimpliSafe isn't right, or you want to add cameras and a doorbell, these are worth comparing.
Amazon's own DIY alarm system, tied into the Ring app and cameras.
Check before buying: Check the kit size, and whether you already use Ring cameras or a doorbell.
A video doorbell that people often add to a home-security setup.
Check before buying: Check whether it needs a subscription for video history, and that it fits your door.
A battery-powered outdoor camera from Amazon's Blink line.
Check before buying: Check the storage options and what needs a plan.
A small plug-in indoor camera.
Check before buying: Check the power and storage options.
Cameras that store video locally, which can avoid a monthly fee.
Check before buying: Check the storage and the hub requirements.
What to compare on any home-security kit
| Check | Why it matters | Where to look |
|---|---|---|
| Kit contents | "8-piece" kits can differ | The item list on the listing |
| Monitoring plan | Monthly cost can exceed the hardware saving | SimpliSafe's current plans page |
| What works without a plan | Some features need a plan | SimpliSafe's product and plan pages |
| Coverage | Doors, windows and rooms to protect | Count them yourself |
| Camera and doorbell add-ons | Often priced separately | The accessory listings |
Honest pros and cons
What stands out
- Wireless DIY set-up without an installer
- Optional month-to-month monitoring
- Kits sized from small to larger homes
- Add-on sensors and cameras available
- Control from a keypad and an app
What to weigh
- Kit contents can vary between bundles
- Monitoring is an ongoing cost
- Features depend on the plan
- Amazon listings can differ from SimpliSafe's site
- We show no prices, so check the live listing
Before you buy
A quick checklist for this purchase.
- Read the item list on the exact listing.
- Check the monitoring plan and its monthly cost.
- Count your doors, windows and rooms.
- Open the price history and compare today's price with the low.
- Check the seller and the return window.
- Set an alert if the price isn't right yet.
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Frequently asked questions
Does SimpliSafe require a monthly plan?
SimpliSafe's public information describes monitoring as optional, but some features depend on the plan. Check SimpliSafe's current plans page for what works without one.
What is in the 8-piece kit?
Kit contents can vary between bundles and listings, so read the item list on the exact listing you're buying.
Will SimpliSafe go on sale?
We don't predict sales. Check the price history to see how the price has moved and set an alert.
Is SimpliSafe better than Ring Alarm?
It depends on what you value. Ring suits people already using Ring cameras and the Ring app. Compare features, plans and reviews for your home.
Can I install it myself?
SimpliSafe designs its systems for self-installation. Check its current setup guide, and your lease if you rent.
How do I check the price history?
Install the free Zroppix extension for a 90-day history on Amazon pages, or use a tracker such as CamelCamelCamel or Keepa.
Is it a good idea to buy from Amazon or from SimpliSafe?
Either can work. Compare the kit contents, prices, and return terms, and prefer Amazon or SimpliSafe as the seller.
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