SimpliSafe® vs. Ring
Comparing home security system features, monitoring and more

The SimpliSafe® difference
The SimpliSafe® difference | SimpliSafe | |
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Monitoring | ||
24/7 professional monitoring with no long term contract and no hidden fees | ||
Automatic verification of alarms by monitoring agents, for priority dispatch1 | ||
Agents can help prevent crime before it happens using the outdoor camera2 | ||
Agents can use the indoor camera to help stop crime in real time3 | ||
Confirm or cancel alarms via text message | ||
Equipment | ||
Value |
2 Requires an Outdoor Camera (Series 2) and a monitoring plan with SimpliSafe® Active Guard Outdoor Protection.
3 Requiers a Smart Alarm Indoor Camera with select professional monitoring plans.
4 Cellular backup available with a professional monitoring plan.
5 Requires continuous subscription to select professional monitoring plans.
6 March 2023 Competitor NPS survey and May 2023 Internal Customer NPS.
It’s our mission to make every home secure.
SimpliSafe® offers advanced security and superior safety - providing whole-home protection backed by 24/7 professional monitoring starting at less than $1/day.
We believe in clear, upfront pricing with no additional fees or contract requirements.
24/7 professional monitoring starting at under $1/day & first month free
24/7 professional monitoring starting at under $1/day & first month free
Easy to install yourself or choose optional pro install
Easy to install yourself or choose optional pro install
Complete control with the SimpliSafe® App
Complete control with the SimpliSafe® App
60-day money-back guarantee with free return shipping
60-day money-back guarantee with free return shipping
SimpliSafe® can do what others can’t
Only SimpliSafe® agents can see, speak to and deter intruders in your home during an active alarm*. No other national home security provider can do this. It’s all made possible by the Smart Alarm Indoor Camera and select professional monitoring plans with intruder intervention.
When you opt into intruder intervention, our agents can automatically check recordings and live streams for evidence during an active alarm. If an intruder is present, they can deter them in real time via the camera's live, 2-way audio. Our agents can also use this evidence to provide first responders with critical information and request priority dispatch for faster police response**.
Proprietary video verification without third party subscription or additional cost
Agents can help stop crime in real time
Priority dispatch with verified alarms**

- *Requires select professional monitoring plans and Smart Alarm indoor camera.
- **Vs. non-verified SimpliSafe® alarms. Requires select professional monitoring plans with video verification.
Two installation options. Identical protection.

DIY setup
- No drilling required
- Easy, in-app setup
- Live assistance available

Pro install
- Experts do the work
- Your questions answered
- Full installation from $129
Over 4 million people trust SimpliSafe® with their security
“The system scared the burglar away, and kept him away from our family upstairs. They caught the burglar 4 hours later. With this video, the police can secure the proof that this was him.”
— John A.
“Y’all, I just switched from a security company I will not name. I am extremely pleased.”
— Laura E.
“Easiest. Thing. I. Have. Ever. Installed.”
— Crystal M.
“This system just works. Zero complaints.”
— Richard M.