One of the many benefits that come from the growing digital mobile platform, is the advancement in security and safety. Now you can access your home’s security from anywhere, making sure you are safe from intruders. Here are just 5 of the best security system applications that will make you feel so much more at peace when away from your home.
1. ADT Pulse App
Customers with a Pulse contract means they automatically get access to this app which allows them to arm their alarms, lock and unlock doors, adjust thermostats and watch live video streams directly from their mobile device. It also allows users to set up custom alerts for home security breaches so that they are notified along with the emergency services. That also includes smoke and carbon monoxide sensors.
Available on:
- Android
- IOS
Pro’s:
- Parent users enjoy the feature that allows them to set alerts on their phone to notify them of when their children are coming in from school
- It allows you to turn off your oven and small appliances
- One of the best-rated apps by users
Con’s:
- Requires a subscription to ADT services
- A lag is often reported to occur when setting an alarm via the app
Google Play rating: 4.5
2. Vivint Smart Home App
One of the many amazing features that this app can bring is that you can monitor doorbell cameras, security cameras, door and window sensors and even smoke detectors all from your mobile device.
Reviews have shown that the interface is easy to use and offers flexibility for people who may not have the time to rush to the front door.
Available on:
- Android
- IOS
Pro’s:
- Ability to talk to anyone from inside your home
- Ability to disarm your alarm before even stepping foot inside your home
- Doorbell alerts for any guests who are visiting
- Works with other gadgets such as Nest and Amazon alongside its own hardware
Con’s:
- A Vivint Smart Home SkyControl panel and service subscription are required.
- When the company issue updates, customers need to resync the app and equipment again
Google Play rating : 4.4
3. SimpliSafe Home Security App
This app offers many features, one of them being monitoring access to cabinets or cupboards when you are away from home to check up on your family members that are in the house.
Watching live videos through your security cameras is something majorly beneficial that this company can bring to their customers. Not only this but planning and preparation is easily implemented as you can set up multiple alerts for sensors throughout your house.
Available on:
- Android
- IOS
Pro’s:
- You are able to see who is in your house and when through event logs
- You can set up alerts that notify you when someone uses their alarm code so you can see who access your home
Con’s:
- Bugs are reported to occur with the doorbell alerts on the app
- Requires a SimpliSafe contract
Google Play rating: 4.3
4. LifeShield App
Disarming and arming your alarm anywhere can be achieved with this app as well as accessing LifeShield camera views. What makes this app very significant is that it has features that allow you to take snapshots.
Smart home integration with smart doors, lights, thermostat and outlet control are all elements that you will get access to whilst using this app.
Available on:
- Android
- IOS
Pro’s:
- Ability to manage your LifeShield account directly from the app
- You can add/change security codes from anywhere
- Works with many devices such as Z-wave lights, locks, thermostats and garage doors
Con’s:
- A LifeShield contract is required
- The iPad version does not have as many features as the iPhone version
Google Play rating: 3.8
5. Brinks Home Security App
Having the ability to turn lights on and off wherever you are is just one of the many features that this app can bring. As well as this, it can control remote thermostat and alarms from anywhere. There is also a “geofencing” option which will automatically deal with any issues that you are having with your chosen “fenced in” area when you are away.
Available on:
- Android
- IOS
Pro’s:
- Available in a variety of languages, some of these including English, Dutch, French, Hebrew, Japanese and more
- The geofencing option allows you to set reminders to alert you to arm your house before leaving
Con’s:
- Requires a Brinks security contract
Google Play rating: 3.2
Take into Consideration
When thinking about what home security app to consider, make sure to remember to think about all the benefits and features that will be provided to you in order for you to feel secure with your choice. Easy to use? Reliable? Additional fees? These are all questions you will need to ask yourself. You want to be guaranteed a very good service in order to bring safety and security to your house via your mobile phone.