IN TODAY’S WORLD, feeling safe in your own home is something that nobody takes for granted. The best home security systems of times gone by would frequently involve chunky mechanisms and hefty bills, but we’ve all moved on!

Today’s DIY, monitored and smart alarm systems all offer compact, affordable and easy-to-navigate safety solutions. If you’re in the market to upgrade your home alarm system or simply shopping around to see what other options are out there – we’ve got you covered.  

Ring Doorbell – Smart wireless system 

We’d be surprised if you haven’t heard of the Ring doorbell. Wherever you are in the world, Ring allows you to see what’s going on at your property, as well as speak to visitors in real time with HD live view, Head-to-Toe view and Two-Way talk.

It’s the smart alarm system that most people know about and for good reason; they offer a variety of packages that can help you feel secure in your home. Aside from the obvious doorbell systems, which can be set up by you in five minutes (according to their website), they also offer a wide range of indoor and outdoor security cameras and full security packages that include smart accessories to create a connected, DIY home security system.

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All you have to do is stick the sensors to doors, windows or walls, pair them up in the Ring app and your system is ready to go. Find out more about the Ring doorbell packages available here. 

PhoneWatch – Monitored system 

PhoneWatch, as a company, promise to not only protect your home but also blend seamlessly into your life giving you complete peace of mind, sounds good, right?

Their tailored security systems offer protections against burglary, fires and floods offering professional installation and 24/7 monitoring. With a top rated app available for customers and a response time of just fifteen seconds, they also offer a direct line to emergency services if required. With an SOS button on your customer keypad giving people a direct line to their alarm receiving centre, and with over thirty years experience in the market, there’s a lot to be said for the tried and tested method of monitored home protection. 

You can get an initial house alarm pack for just €99, check out more information on PhoneWatch here. 

Eufy – Smart wireless system 

You may know Eufy for their Robovacs, but their home systems are on the rise as being a favourite in the smart, wireless, home security market here in Ireland. For a very competitive price of €269.99 you can get the full DIY Eufy Home Security System including the doorbell.  The five-piece system promises a DIY install in minutes, the entry sensors attach to doors and windows, while the motion sensor and keypad can be secured to walls via the included mounts.

The Eufy Video Doorbell is also included and designed to ‘protect your home the way you’d protect your wallet’. The built-in Sony 2K sensor and professional-grade lens allow you to view activity in picture-perfect resolution. See visitors in sharp detail as they approach your door at anytime and from anywhere. Without the doorbell included it drops down in price to €179.99 and there are lots of bundles available from different shops across the country. To find out more about this system head to their EU home page which you can find here. 

Action24 – Monitored system