If you’re looking for less expensive equipment, Frontpoint packages are cheaper than Vivint’s equipment. With Vivint, you have to purchase at least $599 worth of equipment for their service. If you want to finance your security system instead of purchasing the equipment upfront, you’ll have to enter into a contract with Vivint that could span for 42 – 60 months. Frontpoint packages start at $255.96 (with a 20% discount). No contract is required for Frontpoint’s services.

If you’re looking for unique home security equipment, Vivint is a great start. The provider has a SkyControl Panel that alerts you of severe weather for your location, and Vivint’s Outdoor Camera Pro features an LED light deterrence tone to warn lurkers. Frontpoint uses Alarm.com as a partner for its equipment, and other companies are capable of partnering with Alarm.com for their products.

Frontpoint has a 30-day trial period. Vivint only gives you three days to cancel your service. With Frontpoint, you’re also guaranteed a full refund if you’re unhappy with your purchase and return it within that period. Frontpoint will also pay the cost of shipping.

Vivint professional monitoring is cheaper than Frontpoint monitoring. Vivint monitoring ranges in price from $38.99/mo. – $39.99/mo. While Frontpoint monitoring ranges from $44.99/mo. – $49.99/mo. Although Vivint equipment is more expensive, you’ll have access to home automation features for less with the Vivint Smart Home Service monitoring plan.

Both Frontpoint and Vivint provide mobile app access. With Both Frontpoint and Vivint, you’ll be able to use their mobile apps for controlling your security system, such as arming and disarming. You can also manage your smart home devices with both providers’ mobile apps as well.

If security cameras are a top priority for you, both Frontpoint and Vivint have a selection you can choose from. Both providers offer indoor and outdoor camera-enabled devices. You’ll find features like HD video, two-way communication, and night vision when considering cameras from either provider.