"I tried Simplisafe at first. Found it was not a true self monitor system. ABODE IS! This is the only system I found to actually notify you if alarms are set off. The set up was very easy, I did it all myself at both my home and office in under an hour. Because you do not have to pay a monthly fee it comes cheaper than other systems and is not much more expensive for the initial equipment. I find the customization of this system awesome."
-Jaime H
"I originally bought a Simplisafe system for my house. After having it for 6 months, I came to the harsh conclusion that it wasn’t for me.
After doing more research, I bought an Abode system. Great system, solid UI for the mobile and Web applications, and outstanding integration. You guys rock - thank you!"
-Vince B
"I first tried SimpliSafe and had repeated problems with both their product and their customer service. Also, SimpliSafe did not allow for self monitoring. In contrast, the Abode system installed easily and worked immediately. After installing I ordered additional components and was able to easily interface them with my installed system."
- Don R
Why abode? Compare and find out.
Simplisafe
Home Automation Platform
24/7 Video Recording
Optional Add-On
Auto Home/Away Arming & Disarming
App Access For Control & Monitoring
Included free
$25/mo
On-Demand Short-Term Monitoring
Works With Sonos
Smart Home Integrations
LIFX, Ecobee, HUE, Yale, 100+ Others
Nest Thermostat, August
^ abode updates data in this chart regularly and to the best of our ability, but prices and other variables may be subject to change.
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abode is proud to integrate with devices that enhance both the security and convenience of your system. From lights to locks to voice assistants, abode allows you to connect to and control it all right from our free app.
Locks
Lights + Switches
Water Detection
Doors & Windows
Voice Assistants
Other
Google Assistant works with abode
(3 products)
HomePod
Apple Watch
iPad
iPhone
Enerwave Z-Wave Relay
Enerwave Wall Touch Dimmer
Enerwave Smart Meter Outlet
Aeotec Smart Switch 6
Aeotec Nano Switch
Aeotec Nano Dimmer
Aeotec Dual Nano Switch
Aeotec Door/Window Sensor Gen 5
Aeotec Water Sensor 6
Dome Z-Wave Range Extender
Dome Door/Window Sensor
Dome On/Off Switch
Dome Water Main Shutoff
Dome Leak Sensor
CoolCam Door/Window Sensor
August Smart Lock
Fibaro Single Switch 2
Fibaro Door/Window Sensor 2
Fibaro Dimmer 2
Fibaro Door/Window Sensor 2
Fibaro Wall Plug
Fibaro Wall Plug With USB
Yale Assure Touchscreen Deadbolt
Danalock V3
Amazon Echo Show
Amazon Echo Dot
HUE Lightstrips (White & Color Ambiance)
HUE White & Color Bulbs (E12, E26, BR30, GU10, PAR16)
HUE White Ambiance Bulbs (E12, E26, BR30)
HUE White Bulbs (PAR38 & E26)
LIFX Feature Kits (Beam, Tile, Z LED Strip)
LIFX Outdoor Bulbs (BR30, BR30+)
LIFX Whole Room Bulbs (A19, BR30, GU10 Downlight)
LIFX Everywhere Bulbs (Mini Color, Mini Day & Dusk, Mini White)
Aeotec Door/Window Sensor 6
Aeotec Water Sensor
Aeotec Smart Energy Switch
Aeotec Micro Smart Switch
Enerwave Wireless Appliance Module
Connects directly to abode via Z-Wave and can be used to remotely turn on lights, lamps, or anything with a regular power outlet manually or as part of a CUE automation.
Enerwave Wireless Outlet
Enerwave 3-Way Switch
Enerwave Wall-Touch Switch
GE Smart Switch In-Wall Switch (12722, 14291, 14292)
GE Smart Switch In-Wall Switches connect to abode via Z-wave and allow you to turn switches on or off right from the abode app or through CUE automations.
GE Smart Switch In-Wall Dimmer (12724 & 14294)
The GE Smart Switch In-Wall Dimmers connect to abode via Z-wave and allow you to adjust lightswitch brightness right from the abode app or through CUE automations.
Leviton Dimmer (VRMX1-1LZ)
Leviton Decora Smart Switch (DZ15S-1BZ)
Schlage Z-Wave Door Locks
Z-Wave Only. No Z-Wave Plus Models
Sensative Strips Guard
GoControl Dimmable Bulb
Netvox Smart Plug (Z809A)
GE Link Light Bulb (PSB19-SW27)
GE Link Light Bulb (PSB30-SW27)
GE Link Light Bulb (PSB38-BW30)
Linear GoControl Garage Door Opener
ecobee3 lite
ecobee4 Thermostat
Philips Hue Bulbs
First Alert (Smoke and Carbon Monoxide) ZCOMBO-G
Fibaro Flood Sensor
Yale Push Button Deadbolt
Kwikset Z-Wave Locks
Z-Wave Only. No Z-Wave Plus Models.
Nexia Smart Plug
Amazon Echo
Google Home Max
Google Home
Google Home Mini
Aeotec Lightbulb
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