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Burglar alarms and smart security systems advice guides

4 articles
The best and worst burglar alarm brands, according to our customer survey. Plus expert advice on keeping your home secure.

Burglar alarms and home security

By Andrew Laughlin
Find out about the different types of burglar alarm available, and read expert advice on how to decide which one is right for you.
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17 September 2021

How to buy the best smart security system

By Andrew Laughlin
Are smart home security systems the future of burglar alarms? Can a smart alarm really protect your home? We reveal our verdict and explain how to choose the right smart alarm for you.
17 September 2021

Best burglar alarm brands

By Andrew Laughlin
Which are the best burglar alarm brands, including monitored alarm systems? How does ADT fare compared to Yale, ERA and others? Read on for results of our survey of burglar alarm owners.
Burglar alarm brands ratedADT burglar alarms
16 September 2021

How we test burglar alarms

By Andrew Laughlin

From how loud the alarm is to whether it can be accidentally set off by your pets, we put all burglar alarms and smart security systems through a barrage of tests to find the best ones.

16 September 2021