Abode home security pricing

Is Abode worth the cost?

Homeowners looking for a low-cost, DIY home security solution with the flexibility of adding an affordable professional monitoring plan may find Abode worthwhile. It's a solid choice for those looking for great customization options and no monthly fees.

The only catch here is you must be comfortable with do-it-yourself installation. Compared to other DIY systems like Cove or SimpliSafe, Abode's alarm system isn’t the easiest to set up. But once you get through this hurdle, you can easily integrate it with Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and more.

Abode doesn’t have setup fees or rigid contracts, and you can choose the monitoring plan that best fits your needs (or even no plan at all). And you can change plans at any time without paying penalty fees—even for short periods like when you’re out of town. Cancel your subscription at any time, but keep in mind that Abode doesn't offer partial refunds if you cancel in the middle of the month. If you decide to cancel within 30 days of purchasing your system, you can return it for your money back.

How Abode stacks up on value

Abode offers the basics at a very reasonable price. Compared to professionally installed systems, such as Vivint and ADT, your bank account will feel far less of a pinch with Abode.

But Abode fits somewhere in the middle compared to DIY home security companies when it comes to value. Most competitors frequently slash their prices, throw in free cameras, and offer monitoring options. So, Abode’s deals and affordable prices don’t really stand out one way or the other.

However, we particularly appreciate the value Abode could have for renters and smaller homes. While it’s far less robust than some other DIY brands, you’ll get basic protection at a very reasonable price.