Best Home Security · pricing · Updated June 2026
Cove pricing (2026)
Cove starts at $19.99/mo (Cove Basic), across 2 plans. Best for Budget-conscious buyers who still want 24/7 professional monitoring — entry price at $19.99/mo. Every figure links to Cove's own page and the date we captured it.
At a glance
- Entry price: $19.99/mo (Cove Basic)
- Free tier: No
- Compliance: HIPAA — · SOC 2 — · GDPR —
- Best for: Budget-conscious buyers who still want 24/7 professional monitoring — entry price at $19.99/mo; Renters and apartment dwellers wanting portable, no-contract DIY security; Users who want direct 911 digital dispatch via RapidSOS without lengthy phone verification
Cove plans & pricing
| Plan | Monthly | Annual | Billing | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cove Basic | $19.99 | — | flat | 24/7 professional monitoring with mobile app access. No video features included. 1-year equipment warranty. DIY setup; professional installation available for $79. Equipment purchased separately (~$300 for starter kit). No long-term contract. | safewise.com |
| Cove Plus | $27.99 | — | flat | 24/7 professional monitoring plus video integration, mobile app, and 1 day of cloud video storage per camera. Lifetime warranty on all Cove devices. DIY or professional install ($79). No contract. Economy Plan financing option adds $10/mo over 36 months. | safewise.com |
Last verified 2026-06-14. Cove official site (covesmart.com/plans, covesmart.com/monitoring-plans) returned 404; homepage returned no pricing. Pricing sourced from safewise.com/home-security-review/cove review which explicitly names Cove Basic at $19.99/mo and Cove Plus at $27.99/mo; corroborated by safewise.com/best-home-security-systems listing the same figures. Equipment pricing from safewise.com review. Cross-checked against safewise.com.
Capabilities
Integrations: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, SkyBell video doorbell, Eufy cameras, RapidSOS (911 digital dispatch).
Key features: RapidSOS integration — alarm data sent digitally direct to 911 responders, bypassing phone relay; InstaText Alarm Verification — text-based alarm confirmation to reduce false dispatches; Three professional monitoring centers with Ethernet and 4G cellular backup; 24-hour backup battery in hub — system stays online during power outages; DIY installation — average 27 minutes per official guidance; Cove Touch Alarm Panel with built-in siren and touchscreen; Lifetime warranty on all Cove devices (Cove Plus plan); Medical alert buttons and key fobs available as accessories; Professional installation option available for $79.
Plan limits: No self-monitoring option — professional monitoring subscription required at all times; Cove Plus app access not available on Cove Basic plan; Cloud video storage limited to 1 day per camera on Cove Plus; extended storage (30 days) costs $2.99/camera/mo extra; Economy Plan (equipment financing) requires a 3-year contract; Value Plan (upfront purchase) is no-contract; Cameras require 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi — core sensors do not need Wi-Fi but cameras do; No Apple HomeKit support; Limited sensor variety compared to larger competitors.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Cove cost?
Cove starts at $19.99/mo (Cove Basic); it has 2 published plans. Verified 2026-06-14.
What are cheaper alternatives to Cove?
Cheaper home security than Cove (entry $19.99/mo) include Abode at $8.49/mo, SimpliSafe at $9.99/mo, Ring Alarm at $9.99/mo. Verified 2026-06-14.
Does Cove support HIPAA?
Cove HIPAA support: —. SOC 2: —. GDPR: —.
Does Cove have a free plan?
Cove free tier: No.
Cove vs alternatives
Cheaper home security alternatives
- Frontpoint from $15/mo
- SimpliSafe from $9.99/mo
- Ring Alarm from $9.99/mo
- Abode from $8.49/mo