Home Security · true cost · Updated June 2026
The true cost of home security
What you'll actually pay. Of the 7 home security tools we track, 1 publish no self-serve price (quote-only), 2 add a setup fee. Here's every tool's entry price and its hidden-cost flags — each linked to its sourced record.
The hidden-cost picture
- No public price: 1 of 7 are quote-only (contact sales).
- Setup fee: 2 charge an upfront setup fee.
- Cheapest published: Abode from $8.49/mo.
- No overage or setup fee: Abode, SimpliSafe, Ring Alarm, Frontpoint, ….
As of · re-verified with each catalog refresh
Home Security — entry price & hidden-cost flags
| Tool | Entry price | Usage overages | Setup fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abode | $8.49/mo | — | — |
| SimpliSafe | $9.99/mo | — | — |
| Ring Alarm | $9.99/mo | — | — |
| Frontpoint | $15/mo | — | — |
| ADT | $19.99/mo | — | $199 |
| Cove | $19.99/mo | — | — |
| Vivint | Quote-only | — | $49 |
Prices and fee terms re-verified with each catalog refresh. Last catalog update 2026-06-15. "Quote-only" means the vendor publishes no self-serve price.
Frequently asked questions
Does home security have hidden fees?
Across the 7 home security tools we track: 1 publish no self-serve price (quote-only), 2 add a setup fee. As of 2026-06-15.
What is the cheapest home security with published pricing?
Abode, from $8.49/mo. Verified 2026-06-15.