Best Home Security Systems in Seattle
- ADT Home Security Best Industry Experience
- Brinks Best Flexible Installation
- SimpliSafe Best Easy Installation
- Frontpoint Best Customer Service
- Protect America Best Entry-Level Pricing
Compare Top Providers
| Pro. monitoring starts at | $45.99/mo. | $29.99/mo. | $44.99/mo. | $14.99/mo. | $19.99/mo. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Installation | Professional | Professional | DIY | DIY or Professional | DIY |
| Contract | 36 months | 42-60 mos. or pay for equipment in full | None | None | 36 months |
| Smart home compatibility | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Video surveillance | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | Option to extend limited warranty | 120-day equipment warranty | 3-year limited equipment warranty | 3-year limited equipment warranty | Lifetime equipment warranty |
About Seattle, WA
Seattle, Washington, or “The Emerald City,” is an eclectic city booming with industrial, commercial and cultural activity. It’s known for its famous attractions like Pike Place Market and the Space Needle and is also known as the home of Starbucks Coffee. It also happens to house some of the country’s top Fortune 500 companies like Amazon and Microsoft. According to Visit Seattle, it’s the decade’s fastest growing major U.S. city, with just over 730,000 residents. The city’s rapid growth is mainly due to the local economy and job opportunities.
The FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting Program shows that property crime, burglary and larceny-theft are the highest occurring crimes in Seattle. The chances of someone becoming a victim of a property crime are fairly high, with a 1 in 18 chance. Protecting your home with a home security system is the best way to beat the odds and maximize safety for yourself and your valuables.
Home Security Systems in Seattle
Starting at $45.99/mo
Our Take on ADT Home Security
ADT is known for its longevity in the industry and its certified monitoring centers. Choose from one of ADT’s four packages or customize to fit your needs.
★ Recommended Plan
ADT’s Video Lite Plan is nothing minor — you’ll get motion detection, smart home capabilities, and video surveillance. Equipment starts at $599. Professional monitoring starts at $54.99 per month.Pros
- 140+ years in business
- 6-month money back guarantee
- $500 Theft Protection guarantee
Cons
- Contract required
- No self-installation option
- Mobile app access not available in basic package
Starting at $19/mo
Our Take on Brinks Home Security
Awarded no. 1 in customer satisfaction for professionally installed systems by J.D. Power, Brinks is a top contender. Choose from three Brinks packages or the Nest Secure System.
★ Recommended Plan
Get a touchscreen control panel, sensors, and mobile app access with the Smart Security Essential Plan. Equipment starts at $199. Professional monitoring starts at $39 per month.Pros
- Flexible pricing and installation options
- Award-winning customer service
- Works with Google Nest
Cons
- Contract required for all Brinks pacakges
- Environmental monitoring not included in packages
- Only top tier packages feature the smart home hub
Our Take on SimpliSafe Home Security
Keep those pesky burglars away with a SimpliSafe security system. Choose from a range of packages and equipment, and get inexpensive professional monitoring.
★ Recommended Plan
We recommend The Barrington if you’re interested in SimpliSafe. This package combines intrusion detection and video surveillance. Equipment starts at $388.93. Professional monitoring starts at $14.99 per month.Pros
- Inexpensive professional monitoring
- Wireless equipment
- Cellular monitoring
Cons
- Mobile alerts not available in the basic monitoring plan
- No selection of smart home devices
- Smart home capabilities not available in basic monitoring plan
Starting at $44.99/mo
Our Take on Frontpoint Home Security
Nationally recognized for its customer service, Frontpoint is a top contender in home security with a range of packages you can choose from.
★ Recommended Plan
For the basics—a hub, sensors, and signage—Frontpoint’s Safe Home Starter plan comes at an affordable price. Equipment starts at $319.95. Professional monitoring starts at $44.99 per month.Pros
- Month-to-month contract
- Renter-friendly services and equipment
- Good customer service
Cons
- Outdoor camera, doorbell camera only available as add-ons
- Limited home automation devices available
- High monitoring starting price
Our take on Protect America Home Security
Protect America stands out for its low-cost landline monitoring and great coverage for rural areas. Their professional monitoring has over 25 years of award-winning service and monitoring plans that are based on connectivity type. If you’re looking for a capable no-frills home security system you can install yourself, Protect America is a good choice for your family.
What we like
- Price-match guarantee
- Smart home devices and features
- Mobile app access & control
What we don’t like
- Contract required
- Must upgrade to get video surveillance, smart features and smoke detection
- Cellular monitoring is the most expensive plan
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FAQs About Home Security Systems in Seattle
Which provider will best fit my needs?
This answer is going to depend on several factors. If you would prefer home security services from a provider with the most experience, we would recommend ADT. For more innovative home security and smart home features, Vivint would be a great option. But, if you would like to self-install your security system, we would recommend Frontpoint, SimpliSafe or Protect America. The provider you choose should meet your security needs.
Do all of these providers offer security cameras?
Yes – each provider has security camera options.
Do all of these providers have home automation features?
Yes – each provider has home automation features. While SimpliSafe does not offer any smart home devices you can purchase, you can use SimpliSafe with digital assistants like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. SimpliSafe also integrates with Apple Watch and August Lock.
