ADT is perhaps the most widely recognized name in home security, with over 140 years of experience and a diverse lineup of products, services and optional add-ons, plus a 6-month money back guarantee and $500 theft protection guarantee. However, Protect America is also a competitive provider, offering top features like do-it-yourself installation, home automation options and mobile app control – all at a lower starting price. Learn more about how the two leading companies compare.
Summary: ADT vs. Protect America
More experienced, longer trial | ||
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Monthly monitoring starting price | $45.99/mo. | $19.99/mo. |
Contract length | 12 months | 36 months |
Trial period/ refunds | 6 months | 15 days |
BBB rating | A+ | A- |

Frequently Asked Questions about ADT and Protect America
Do ADT and Protect America provide professional installation?
ADT provides professional installation for its security systems, but Protect America’s security systems can be self-installed. The price of installation service starts at $99.
Do ADT and Protect America require long-term contracts?
Yes, ADT’s services require entering into a 12-month contract (a 24-month contract for California residents). Protect America’s security services also require entering into a 36-month contract.
What types of packages do ADT and Protect America provide?
ADT offers three home security packages that you can choose from: Protection Plus, Smart Protection, Video Lite and Complete. The basic, Protection Plus Package includes essentials like a control panel, alarm, sensors and signage. Protect America offers three security packages: Copper, Silver and Platinum. The Copper Package comes with a standard control panel as well, sensors and signage.
What professional monitoring options do ADT and Protect America have?
ADT has several professional monitoring options that vary in price and provide you with the 24/7 security your home needs. ADT also allows you to choose a landline or cellular connection for your monitoring. Protect America has three professional monitoring plans: the Landline Plan, Broadband Plan and the Cellular Plan. The cost of professional monitoring ranges from $19.99/mo. – $57.99/mo. depending upon the equipment package that you choose.