Window sensors are a critical part of any home security system. When cameras fail, a window sensor becomes your last line of defense. Install them on all your windows, and you will know when an ...

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Eve’s easy-to-install but pricey contact sensor offers powerful automations and works with Thread, but it doesn’t support Alexa or Google Assistant. Eve Systems has been adding more and more ...

The YL-333 Magnetic Antitheft Alarm is an easy to install security alarm system for doors and windows. This battery-operated device works on the principle of magnetic proximity detection. It can ...

When smart home devices were first introduced, motion sensors were among the most interesting. This sensor would use differences in light to detect activity in a given space—impressive, but imprecise.

ADT's monitoring capabilities make it a good pick for a home security system, but the packages are pricey. NerdWallet is committed to editorial integrityMany or all of the products on this page are ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Megan Wollerton After a round of testing we’ve added many new picks: the ...