Article 6Z6KY This Ring Alarm Security System Kit Is at Its Lowest Price Ever

This Ring Alarm Security System Kit Is at Its Lowest Price Ever

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If you've been meaning to get a home security system but didn't want to deal with a bunch of contracts or a professional installation, this Ring Alarm kit might be worth a look. The 14-piece set is currently $198.99 on Amazon, which is 40% off its usual $329.99 price tag and just about a dollar off its all-time low, according to price trackers.

Ring Alarm 14-Piece Home Security System $198.99 at Amazon $329.99 Save $131.00 Get Deal hero-image.fill.size_autoxauto.v1754338758.jpg hero-image.fill.size_autoxauto.v1754338758.jpg Get Deal $198.99 at Amazon $329.99 Save $131.00

For a lot of folks, Ring's ecosystem is already familiar through its popular video doorbells and cameras, so adding this DIY alarm system can feel like a natural extension, especially if you're already using the Ring app.

You get two keypads (handy if you want one by the front door and another upstairs), eight contact sensors for doors and windows, two motion detectors, a base station, and a range extender. That's enough coverage for a multi-story house or a smaller place with lots of entry points. Setup is as simple as peeling and sticking most of the sensors, and the app walks you through the rest. The keypads let you arm and disarm the system without using your phone every time, which is especially useful if you have guests or kids. And with eight contact sensors, you'll likely have enough to cover all the vulnerable entry points. That said, this kit doesn't include any cameras, so if you want eyes on the front door or backyard, you'll need to add those separately.

There's no monthly fee required for basic functionality, but some features, like professional monitoring, cellular backup, and notification history, are locked behind a subscription, which runs from $4.99/month to $20/month. Whether or not that's worth it depends on how hands-off you want to be. Battery backup is built into the base station in case of power outages, and the whole setup is compatible with Alexa, so you can arm it with a voice command if your hands are full. It's not the most advanced security system out there, but for under $200, it's a relatively low-effort way to gain some peace of mind, especially if you've already got other Ring devices at home.

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