ADT Home Security
The most recognized name in home security. 145 years of protection, professional monitoring, and DIY-friendly Blue by ADT option.
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About this product
ADT is the #1 most trusted name in home security — recognized by over 96% of Americans and backed by 145 years of monitoring experience. With 6 monitoring centers across the US, ADT guarantees your alarm is answered, even during regional outages.
ADT offers two paths: traditional professionally-installed ADT, or "Blue by ADT" — a DIY option with the same professional monitoring at a lower equipment cost. Both include 24/7 monitoring, mobile app control, and the ADT Guarantee (if you're broken into while monitored, ADT pays up to $500 toward your deductible).
Equipment includes cameras (indoor and outdoor), door/window sensors, motion detectors, smart locks, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and a medical alert add-on — making ADT the most comprehensive choice for households with elderly residents.
Works with Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Z-Wave smart home devices. The ADT app allows remote arming/disarming, live camera views, and instant alerts.
Best for homeowners who prioritize brand reliability, insurance discounts (most insurers reduce premiums 5-20% for ADT-monitored homes), and households that want medical alert coverage.
✅ What we like
- #1 brand recognition in home security
- ADT Guarantee — pays your insurance deductible if broken into
- Medical alert add-on (unique vs competitors)
- Blue by ADT = lower entry cost with same monitoring quality
- Most insurers give 5-20% home insurance discount
- 6 redundant monitoring centers in the US
⚠ Consider
- Long-term monitoring contract required (36 months typical)
- Blue by ADT and traditional ADT use different equipment
- Customer service quality varies by installer region
- Cancellation fees apply if ending contract early
Specifications
| Warranty | 6-month equipment warranty |
| Mobile App | iOS & Android |
| Monitoring | 24/7 professional — 6 centers |
| Smart Home | Google Home, Alexa, Z-Wave |
| Installation | Professional or DIY (Blue by ADT) |
| Medical Alert | Add-on available |
| Cellular Backup | Yes |
| Contract Length | 36 months typical |
| Camera Resolution | 1080p HD |