What Are the True Costs and Benefits of Subscription-Based Security Systems?

When you sign a contract and pay monthly fees, what do you get in return? Typically, you end up paying significant amounts—$30 per month, $360 per year, and over $1080 for three years—without owning your security system. You’re also entrusting your home’s surveillance to someone else, which raises privacy concerns.

If you try to cancel your contract early, you may be required to pay 80%-90% of the outstanding balance. Moreover, companies reserve the right to raise prices at any time, adding to your financial burden.