Top 5 Smart Home Security Essentials

Having a sophisticated outdoor security camera that shoots high-quality footage can be very useful. This wire-free Arlo Pro 3 system can be bought as a one- or six-camera package, and offers the ability to set custom activity zones for each camera to watch. This system also has package detection for when things are delivered to your house, and can store your footage for up to 30 days in the cloud. You can also monitor the cameras via your smartphone.

Useful against intruders, and for keeping an eye on your kids and pets, this easy to set up system connects to your smartphone to deliver a live view. It also has motion detection and will automatically record if anything or anyone moves past the camera’s line of sight. If you were to spot a burglar on camera, you can remotely sound a 90 describel siren and contact first responders. As an added bonus, this unit even monitors air quality, temperature and humidity.

A lock is a lock. . . well, except for when it’s a smart lock. True, the main function of the August Smart Lock Pro is to keep your front door secure, but it has a ton of handy built-in smart features. Via the smartphone app, you can view an activity log of who has been in and out of your house. You can also set up smart features like auto lock and auto unlock, for when you’re leaving or returning to your house. This lock can also be integrated with your door’s existing deadbolt for easy installation, and it's Alexa voice control compatible too.

Security at your front door is still relevant, even when you’re home. And something like this video door bell from eufy allows you to check on who is standing outside, before you answer - both when you're at home or away. Shooting in clear 2K quality, it will send you notifications to your smartphone when someone approaches or rings the bell. It can even deliver facial snapshots of whoever is knocking, so you can see if you recognise them. On top of that, there’s two way audio, so you can speak to whoever is there, and you can even program instant vocal responses for added convenience.

Before we reveal our final pick, here are a few other great smart home security products for you to consider:

If you’re looking for a straightforward, sensor-based security system to protect your home, then this SimpliSafe system is about as easy as it gets. Available with up to 12 sensors, all this system requires from you is to plug in the base station, place your wireless sensors, and you’re good to go. A lot of home security systems belong to a subscription based service - but not this one from SimpliSafe - once it’s yours, it’s yours. It even comes with a keypad for easy activation.

So which security essential should you choose? Well, for those who like to stay connected, the camera-based products are great picks for both inside and outside your residence. However, if the tech side of things intimidates you a little, then perhaps consider something simpler, like the SimpliSafe security system.

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