The Smart Home Security Solution

abode lets you connect to & control your favorite smart devices from top brands like HUE, Ecobee, Schlage, and more with our best in class home automation platform. We also work with the top smart home ecosystems so you can make security part of your smart home.
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abode vs traditional security providers

abode gives you the freedom to build your system your way without locking you into contracts

ADT
Brinks
XFINITY
Contracts
None
Mandatory
Mandatory
Mandatory
Cancellation Fees
None
75% of amount left on contract
80% of amount left on contract
$770
Monthly Plan Fee
$20
$32.99 & up
$29 & up
$29.95 & up
Self-Install Option?
Yes
Yes
No
No
Free Self-Monitored Option?
Yes
No
No
No
App Access To Monitor & Control System
Free
With Paid Plan
With Paid Plan
With Paid Plan
Home Automation Capabilities
Included Free
Additional Fees Apply
With Paid Plan
With Paid Plan

The abode app

Control & Automate Your System

Welcome to the brand new abode app. Now, you can control your abode systems, automations, and system settings from the palm of your hand. A faster, fresher experience built natively for iOS and Android so you can easily oversee your smart security from wherever you are.

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See what works with abode

abode is proud to integrate with devices that enhance both the security and convenience of your system. Browse our list of certified integrations below.

For a full, up-to-date list of compatible Z-wave and ZigBee devices. Click here.

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Bose Smart Home Family

Ecobee SmartThermostat (Gen 5)

Siri-enabled Devices

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 Door Locks

US Z-Wave & Z-Wave + 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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What are you looking for?

abode is a great fit for a lot of scenarios. What are your requirements?

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What are you protecting?

abode is a great fit for a lot of scenarios. Which are you looking to protect?

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How many doors are accessible from outside?

Let's make sure your most vulnerable entryways are protected.

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How many windows on the ground floor?

These are the 2nd most common entry point for burglars.

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How would you like your system monitored?

Monitor your home yourself on your device, or set up professional monitoring so authorities automatically respond to alarms.

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What sort of security system are you looking for?

To give you the best recommendation let us know what sort of integrations you are looking for in your alarm system.

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