Reviews Report

• Abode earns a 4.25 out of 5 according to Reviews.com’s home security scoring system 
• Abode provides customers with a simple DIY installation and no contract requirements.
• Abode’s Pro monitoring plan is about $22.99 per month (≈$0.76/day) and includes 24/7 professional monitoring and LTE backup (see Abode plans).

Abode is a DIY-focused smart security platform with broad third‑party compatibility and flexible subscriptions. Its plan lineup includes Free ($0), Standard (about $6.99/mo), and Pro (about $22.99/mo), plus optional camera‑only plans for homes that use Abode cameras without a security system. Standard adds cloud video storage and automation, while Pro adds 24/7 professional monitoring and LTE cellular backup (Abode plans; plan details).

There is no complicated setup, no costly fees, and no long-term contracts. Abode’s three-tier pricing lets you self-monitor with cloud video at about $6.99/month or step up to professional dispatch at about $22.99/month; annual billing typically saves about two months compared with paying monthly (abode plans). For camera-only setups, Abode offers Cam Basic at about $3.99/month per camera or Cam Unlimited at about $6.99/month per location, commonly with around 10 days of video history (camera plan).

In our Abode home security review, we rated its services based on pricing, equipment, and customer satisfaction, while comparing it to other top home security companies.

Abode Home Security is a modern DIY security solution built for smart home users. It works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, and popular Z-Wave/Zigbee accessories. Abode’s recent hardware additions include wire‑free video options like the Abode Cam 2 (1080p indoor/outdoor), the Wireless Video Doorbell, and the Edge Camera with on‑device AI detections for faster, more private alerts. While Abode does not use a touchscreen hub, its app-first approach and no‑contract subscriptions keep costs predictable.

Smart‑home interoperability continues to evolve toward the Matter standard (multi‑admin control over Wi‑Fi/Thread). If you’re planning a 2025‑ready setup, consider adding a Thread Border Router (e.g., supported gear from Amazon, Google, or Apple) so Thread‑based sensors and Matter devices can participate in local, reliable automations alongside your Abode system (CSA: Matter; Matter with Alexa; Google Home + Matter; Apple Home + Matter).

Abode Home Security is well-liked by its customers, boasting an award-winning monitoring center and an A+ grade from the Better Business Bureau.

Abode Home Security vs. The Competition 

Information accurate as of 2025

Abode vs. SimpliSafe

Both Abode and SimpliSafe are DIY systems with month‑to‑month flexibility. Abode stands out for Apple HomeKit support and broader third‑party device compatibility, while SimpliSafe emphasizes simplicity with Alexa and Google Assistant. Pricing is comparable for pro monitoring: Abode Pro is about $22.99/mo (Abode plans) and SimpliSafe’s Standard Monitoring is $19.99/mo with a higher‑tier Fast Protect option at $29.99/mo (SimpliSafe monitoring).

Abode vs. Cove Security

Cove targets value with low equipment costs and affordable 24/7 pro monitoring. Cove’s Basic plan is about $17.99/mo and Plus about $27.99/mo, both month‑to‑month (Cove monitoring). Abode gives you one of the lowest self‑monitoring options (Standard about $6.99/mo) and competitive pro monitoring at about $22.99/mo with LTE backup, all without contracts (Abode plans).

Abode vs. Vivint

Vivint is professionally installed with tightly integrated smart‑home equipment. Monitoring typically starts around $39.99/mo, and financing equipment commonly involves a multi‑year agreement; paying for equipment upfront allows month‑to‑month service (Vivint service terms; U.S. News overview). Abode is DIY‑friendly with no required contracts and lower monthly costs for both self‑ and pro‑monitoring (Abode plans).

Abode FAQ 

Methodology

We evaluated Abode’s home security systems based on equipment cost, monthly costs, contract options, installation and customer satisfaction to determine Reviews.com scores and create our best home security reviews. To compare home security companies with other providers across the board, we calculate each Reviews.com score based on the following:

• Monthly Price: The lower the cost of a home security company’s monthly contract, the higher the score. Inversely, the higher the cost of the monthly contract, the lower the score in this metric. 
• Equipment Cost: Affordability is important with home security, so we awarded higher scores to home security companies with lower prices on equipment.
• Contracts: Reviews.com reviewed the flexibility in contracts of the home security companies. The more flexibility, like having no contracts to bind customers for long periods, the higher the score. 
• Customer Satisfaction: We benchmarked against independent indices and transparency reports including J.D. Power’s Home Security Satisfaction Study, Forrester’s US CX Index (2024), and the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) 2025 press releases to contextualize brand performance and customer experience trends.
• Installation: Just like with contracts, we award higher scores to companies that have flexible installation options, like DIY or professional options.

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