Emma Fighera is the Content Coordinator for the Hearst E-Commerce team. She previously served as the Queens Metro Newsletter Curator at Patch. In Spring 2022, she earned her M.S. from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. You can reach her at emma.fighera@hearst.com.Aliza Vigderman is a freelance journalist who has covered the smart home security market since 2018 in outlets such as Security Baron and Security.org. She has contributed her home security expertise to national and local news outlets across the country.Hearst Television participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. This may influence which products we write about and where those products appear on the site, but it does not affect our recommendations or advice, which are grounded in research. 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home security systems are as tried-and-true and reliable as ADT. And now, securing your home with one of the top-rated security systems on the market just got more affordable: This Memorial Day, first-time customers can get 20% off any ADT home security system, if they agree to a 36-month monitoring contract. We like ADT for its comprehensive, easy-to-use system, which integrates seamlessly with Google Nest. (Our tester even scared off a package thief thanks to the Nest’s person detection feature.) While ADT is on the pricier side for home security systems, the convenience it offers makes it worth it for many subscribers. Take the voice controls: You can tell the system to disarm as you’re walking in the door or play security camera footage on your TV via Chromecast. The integrated smart home features will also automatically turn on lights or control the thermostat while you’re away.Of course, ADT also offers 24/7 monitoring by trained professionals who will first call you if the system goes off to see if it’s a false alarm, and then call authorities. And professional installation will ensure everything is set up just right. The current 20% off promotion makes it a great time to invest in one of the best-reviewed security systems on the market.Click through to learn more about ADT's deals.ADT Home Security: Key Takeaways If you’re looking for a dependable yet modern smart home security system and are willing to pay for it, ADT is a great option. Its partnership with Nest, in particular, makes ADT a lot more valuable; you can get top-of-the-market indoor and outdoor cameras that integrate seamlessly with your ADT system. If you’re looking for professional monitoring and installation, ADT is a solid and dependable choice. However, it won’t work for everybody. Professional monitoring is included with every ADT system, so if you want to self-monitor your system and avoid monthly fees, ADT may not be the best choice and you should explore other options on my list of the best home security systems. Similarly, if you want to save money and go the DIY installation route, you may want to look elsewhere. ADT requires professional installation with all of its systems, which is a hallmark of more traditional home security companies. With ADT, DIY is not an option. Click through to learn more about ADT's deals.Is ADT Worth It?The best way to see if ADT is right for you is to go on its website and build a package yourself. You’ll be able to see how much you can pay monthly with different equipment packages, or how you can lower your monthly cost by paying for equipment upfront. The alternative is calling ADT and speaking to someone from sales. Of course, there is one advantage to having to speak to an actual human: you can discuss your home, your family, and your needs, creating a system that’s customized for you, specifically. In my experience, the ADT representative was patient and helpful, describing the purpose of all the equipment and how monitoring and installation would work. You can expect to pay more if you live in a house with more than three bedrooms, or less if you live in a smaller house with three or fewer bedrooms. Since ADT is a national company, prices shouldn’t differ based on where you live.Also, be sure to check the website for any new deals that could apply to you. The company frequently offers free or discounted installation, as well as deals or giveaways on hardware like the Google Nest Doorbell.Another thing to keep in mind is that in this article, we’re only reviewing the flagship product from ADT. There’s also Blue by ADT, a DIY option. If you want the well-regarded experience of ADT for less money, Blue by ADT could be a fantastic alternative. Want more home security advice? Read our full best home security system review. And if you're not convinced that ADT is the right fit for you, check out our Simplisafe review and Vivint review to compare your options.Click through to learn more about ADT's 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Emma Fighera is the Content Coordinator for the Hearst E-Commerce team. She previously served as the Queens Metro Newsletter Curator at Patch. In Spring 2022, she earned her M.S. from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. You can reach her at emma.fighera@hearst.com.
Aliza Vigderman is a freelance journalist who has covered the smart home security market since 2018 in outlets such as Security Baron and Security.org. She has contributed her home security expertise to national and local news outlets across the country.
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Few home security systems are as tried-and-true and reliable as ADT. And now, securing your home with one of the top-rated security systems on the market just got more affordable: This Memorial Day, first-time customers can get 20% off any ADT home security system, if they agree to a 36-month monitoring contract.
We like ADT for its comprehensive, easy-to-use system, which integrates seamlessly with Google Nest. (Our tester even scared off a package thief thanks to the Nest’s person detection feature.) While ADT is on the pricier side for home security systems, the convenience it offers makes it worth it for many subscribers. Take the voice controls: You can tell the system to disarm as you’re walking in the door or play security camera footage on your TV via Chromecast. The integrated smart home features will also automatically turn on lights or control the thermostat while you’re away.
Of course, ADT also offers 24/7 monitoring by trained professionals who will first call you if the system goes off to see if it’s a false alarm, and then call authorities. And professional installation will ensure everything is set up just right. The current 20% off promotion makes it a great time to invest in one of the best-reviewed security systems on the market.
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ADT Home Security: Key Takeaways
If you’re looking for a dependable yet modern smart home security system and are willing to pay for it, ADT is a great option. Its partnership with Nest, in particular, makes ADT a lot more valuable; you can get top-of-the-market indoor and outdoor cameras that integrate seamlessly with your ADT system. If you’re looking for professional monitoring and installation, ADT is a solid and dependable choice.
However, it won’t work for everybody. Professional monitoring is included with every ADT system, so if you want to self-monitor your system and avoid monthly fees, ADT may not be the best choice and you should explore other options on my list of the best home security systems.
Similarly, if you want to save money and go the DIY installation route, you may want to look elsewhere. ADT requires professional installation with all of its systems, which is a hallmark of more traditional home security companies. With ADT, DIY is not an option.
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Is ADT Worth It?
The best way to see if ADT is right for you is to go on its website and build a package yourself. You’ll be able to see how much you can pay monthly with different equipment packages, or how you can lower your monthly cost by paying for equipment upfront. The alternative is calling ADT and speaking to someone from sales. Of course, there is one advantage to having to speak to an actual human: you can discuss your home, your family, and your needs, creating a system that’s customized for you, specifically. In my experience, the ADT representative was patient and helpful, describing the purpose of all the equipment and how monitoring and installation would work.
You can expect to pay more if you live in a house with more than three bedrooms, or less if you live in a smaller house with three or fewer bedrooms. Since ADT is a national company, prices shouldn’t differ based on where you live.
Also, be sure to check the website for any new deals that could apply to you. The company frequently offers free or discounted installation, as well as deals or giveaways on hardware like the Google Nest Doorbell.
Another thing to keep in mind is that in this article, we’re only reviewing the flagship product from ADT. There’s also Blue by ADT, a DIY option. If you want the well-regarded experience of ADT for less money, Blue by ADT could be a fantastic alternative.
Want more home security advice? Read our full best home security system review. And if you're not convinced that ADT is the right fit for you, check out our Simplisafe review and Vivint review to compare your options.
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