While they allow homeowners to surveil their property, visible outdoor security cameras can also deter thieves. The cost of outdoor security cameras has come down significantly in recent years and ...

Simplicity is a big reason why we’ve named SimpliSafe one of the best security systems in 2025. However, simplicity is a double-edged sword. The equipment options are fairly limited, and more complex ...

We’re always happy to test the latest Vivint home security systems because they are some of the best in the industry. Most recently, Vivint’s wide range of smart home options particularly impressed us ...

ADT Installation Cost We’ve installed a number of ADT systems over the years and installation fees have always been in the ballpark of $99 to $199. This could increase depending on the size or ...

We’ve been comparing security systems for many years, including both those you install yourself and those installed by a technician. To make apples-to-apples comparisons across the entire home ...

What We Like Independently audited “no-logs” policy: Not only does NordVPN promise not to log any sensitive VPN data, but it has also had its privacy policy inspected by a qualified firm to verify its ...

SimpliSafe System Motion Sensor Here’s why SimpliSafe earned top scores for homes on a budget: Cheap entry point. SimpliSafe’s bare-bones, 4-piece starter package, the Foundation, retails for $250. It ...

All of the best security cameras have night vision. It’s an essential feature for around-the-clock video security, but as to which type of night vision is most effective, experts are divided. Color ...

Surfshark is one of the most popular VPNs on the market and for good reason. In fact, we rated it as one of the best VPNs of 2025. Unfortunately, it isn’t the cheapest VPN on the market, especially if ...

Wired security cameras are perfectly capable of monitoring your home, but the need for a physical connection is an obvious limitation, and wireless cameras are just as reliable. For that reason, the ...

What We Don't Like Installation: The installation process is left entirely to the user, and the way the cameras are setup often requires running cables throughout the house. No Professional Monitoring ...

What We Like Company headquarters: Based in the British Virgin Islands, ExpressVPN is free to uphold its no-logs policy and provide anonymous service to users around the world. 105 server locations: ...