I've reviewed security systems from all major brands. Here are my most important recommendations when you're ready to set up your own.

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Eve’s easy-to-install but pricey contact sensor offers powerful automations and works with Thread, but it doesn’t support Alexa or Google Assistant. Eve Systems has been adding more and more ...

The YL-333 Magnetic Antitheft Alarm is an easy to install security alarm system for doors and windows. This battery-operated device works on the principle of magnetic proximity detection. It can ...

When smart home devices were first introduced, motion sensors were among the most interesting. This sensor would use differences in light to detect activity in a given space—impressive, but imprecise.

Purchasing a home security system once required having a technician come into your house to punch holes in your walls, then snake wires to every door and window ...

The latest door and window sensor developed by Aqara is the company's first to be compatible with the Matter network standard out of the box and seamlessly integrates with HomeKit to enhance home ...

Kangaroo presents a very low barrier to entry when it comes to home security, but it’s extremely feature limited and it only protects your home while you’re not in it. Motion sensors are an essential ...