According to a well-known saying, ‘A man’s home is his castle.’ If you want to ‘make your house a castle’, feel secure and have a peace of mind every time you go on vacation, consider installing a home security system. Nowadays it is a luxury that anyone can afford. You will be able to check your house from any place in the world. For instance, you can supervise your kids when they come earlier from school.
All you need is a smartphone, and a little bit of patience to find the right home security app for yourself. Check out the top 7 apps that can make your life easier:
Alarm Relay
Nowadays Alarm Relay is one of the most popular companies on the home security market. They offer a free app for iOS devices that will allow its users to watch and record live video through multiple home security cameras. You will be able to turn it on and off anytime you want. To do so, you will only need an Internet connection.
If the system is disarmed or in case of an emergency, you will receive an email notification. The users can control all connected Z-Wave devices, lights, garage doors, and locks in the house.
Another great thing about this app is that you can set up Family Sharing Account so that up to six family members can use the app at the same time. Also, it allows you to manage electric thermostats from a distance. If you want to access this app, set up an account with Alarm Relay first.
Vivint Sky
The Vivint’s Sky users indicate that their app is easy to use. It offers many advantages including viewing live video of your home, setting custom alert/notifications, reviewing home security alert history and programming thermostat. You can get all this for free. The only disadvantage the app has is that it is not available for Blackberry. Nevertheless, you can get Vivint Sky on Windows, Apple and Android devices. Also, you can add and remove users from your profile. It is a perfect option for travellers, pet owners, and seniors.
Frontpoint
Frontpoint is another home security user-friendly app with organized topics and big icons. The creators of the system believe that safety is too important to be complicated. This app will allow you to arm and disarm your systems, get notifications for alerts, view streaming and control locks.
It can be easily used will all the devices (Blackberry, Windows, Android and Apple). At this point, most reviews for this app are positive. For instance, Android users gave it 4 stars out of 5; Apple users gave it 3.5 stars. You can download and use Frontpoint app for free only if you are already the company’s customer.
LifeShield Interactive
One of the greatest advantages of LifeShield Interactive app is that it allows you to set and manage access codes for the cleaner, gardener, babysitter and track their arrival time. Also, you can have custom alerts and remote access. The creators of the app decided to give new users the possibility to see what it is all about – as a newcomer, you can sign in as a guest, watch a demo video and try it out. This home security app is only for users of Apple and Android devices. Also, there is no home automation (controlling thermostat, lights, etc. ) like in other apps.
Alarm.com
It is a leading provider of security equipment; now Alarm.com also collaborates with a range of home security companies. Not long ago the developers made a free app that can work with Windows, Android, Apple devices and any laptop connected to the Internet. The app allows to lock and unlock the door, receive alerts, control thermostats and lights. Users can also watch live video or recorded clips and view images captured by the app’s image sensors. It is important to mention that Alarm.com is not tailored to users’ systems like Frontpoint or LifeShield Interactive apps.
AlarmForce VideoRelay
AlarmForce VideoRelay app can offer new technologies to its users. For instance, you can get an alert when cameras detect any movement around the house or when someone stands next to your door. Also, you will be able to talk to your guests at the front door through video and audio. You can do this trick even when you are not at home, your friends and neighbours will be surprised!
Reolink
Nowadays around 2.5 million people use this free home security app. You can easily set it up with no configurations. Also, it has motion-detection mode; you will get a notification in case of an emergency. Reolink can provide you with excellent night vision, user-friendly interface and easy access. From another side, it works only with its own cameras and security systems.
Before you choose your home security app, determine your needs. There are a lot of factors that can influence your decision-making process. If you have pets or kids, make sure you can arm and disarm alert remotely. Visit home security providers’ official websites in order to learn more about the available features.
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