SimpliSafe’s equipment point of entry is a little more expensive at $259.95 for the Essentials Package as compared to Brinks’ $199 basic package. However, at $14.99/mo., SimpliSafe’s monitoring package is half the cost of Brinks’ rate of $30/mo..

SimpliSafe wins here because there is no contract for its monitoring service. It offers a month-to-month plan, which is very appealing to anyone who’s not sure what their situation will be in a few months or years. In contrast, Brinks requires a 36-month contract. 

SimpliSafe provides a much better opportunity to evaluate the system. While Brinks comes with a 30-day trial period, SimpliSafe offers a long 60-day Money-Back Guarantee. If you determine you don’t like it before 60 days are up, you can get a full refund on everything, including shipping. 

Brinks is partnered with Google Nest, which means you can connect to smart home devices like locks, thermostats, and other smart devices using the Nest hub or your mobile phone. Brinks home security is also compatible with Z-wave. Although SimpliSafe does work with Alexa and Google Assistant, it doesn’t offer integration with other smart home devices. 

SimpliSafe has a standout feature that is simply missing from Brinks’ repertoire. SimpliSafe Equipment can monitor for fire, flooding and freezing, a handy feature if you live in a flood- or cold-prone area, or if you manage rental property. The smoke detector, water sensor, and temperature sensor don’t come with all its packages, though, so you may have to purchase them separately. 

With 160 years in security, and 33 years in-home security specifically, Brinks is a trusted, stable name that’s synonymous with a secure home. By comparison, SimpliSafe is a baby in the industry, only having been founded in 2006. If you’re concerned about longevity, Brinks is the way to go.