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Alarm.com

S Tier
Best in class · #9 of 40
92
4.7★142K ratings
Freeprice
21dsince update

What is Alarm.com?

Alarm.com is a companion app for a connected security system that links security panels, locks, lights and video cameras into one system. It covers protection against crime, fire, carbon monoxide and water damage, with live video, alerts and automation. The app requires a compatible system and an interactive Alarm.com service plan, and feature availability varies by system, equipment and plan.

Pricing. Alarm.com is free, with no in-app purchases on the App Store.

Good for

  • Monitoring and controlling a home security system remotely
  • Checking live or recorded video from indoor and outdoor cameras
  • Managing arm and disarm and access across multiple business locations

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Why this app is in S tier

Alarm.com scores 92 out of 100: rating 94, rating count 92, App Store search rank 81, update recency 100. The four parts are averaged with no weights, and S tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.

Description

Keep your home or business connected, protected and one step ahead with Alarm.com. Our technology connects your security, locks, lights, video cameras and more into a single system that protects you from crime, fire, carbon monoxide and even water damage. Our all-in-one app for iPhone, iPad or Apple Watch makes it easy to: • Control your entire property remotely • Know what’s going on with intelligent alerts and live video feeds • Automate your daily security routine and other time-consuming tasks Our Apple Watch-supported features make connecting with home or work as easy as checking the time, with alerts, video clips and a full range of smart controls accessible right on your wrist. Note: This app requires a compatible system and an interactive Alarm.com service plan. Feature availability varies based on system, equipment, and service plan. Visit www.alarm.com for more information. Our smarter home security features include: • Control your security panel, locks, lights and more from anywhere • Get alerts when people enter and leave, or when there’s unexpected activity • Watch live and recorded video from indoor and outdoor cameras • Customize your video alerts to see spec

Compare in Home Security

MeasureAlarm.comTP-Link TapoWansview Cloud
TierSSS
Score92 / 10093 / 10092 / 100
Rating4.7 ★4.8 ★4.7 ★
Ratings142K21.1K55.3K
Latest ratings · 180d2.2 ★ · 20 reviews2.4 ★ · 20 reviews2.8 ★ · 20 reviews
Last update21d ago8d ago36d ago
PriceFreeFree downloadFree

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Where else it ranks

Questions about Alarm.com

Do I need anything besides the app to use it?

Yes. The app requires a compatible system and an interactive Alarm.com service plan. Feature availability varies based on system, equipment, and service plan. Details are at www.alarm.com.

Can I use it on Apple Watch?

The listing says Apple Watch is supported, with alerts, video clips and a range of smart controls on the wrist.

Does it work for businesses as well as homes?

The listing describes business features including arming and disarming panels across multiple locations, alerts for late store openings or restricted area access, and buzzing open access control doors.

Is Alarm.com free?

Yes. Alarm.com is free on the App Store, with no in-app purchases.

What is Alarm.com good for?

Alarm.com is built for monitoring and controlling a home security system remotely, checking live or recorded video from indoor and outdoor cameras, managing arm and disarm and access across multiple business locations. It sits in the home security list on AppTierList.

Is Alarm.com worth it?

Alarm.com is S tier, ranked #9 of 40 home security apps with a score of 92 out of 100, from a 4.7 App Store rating across 141,838 ratings. It is in the list's top tiers; 8 apps rank above it.

How does Alarm.com compare to TP-Link Tapo?

Alarm.com is S tier at 92; TP-Link Tapo is S tier at 93. TP-Link Tapo ranks higher. Alarm.com is free, with no in-app purchases, TP-Link Tapo is free to download.

How often is Alarm.com updated?

Alarm.com was updated 21 days ago, which counts in its favour.

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All the facts

List
Home Security
Tier
S (Best in class)
Score
92 / 100
Rank in list
#9 of 40
Ranking certainty
settled
Price
Free
App Store rating
4.7 out of 5
Number of ratings
141,838
Recent reviews
2.2 from 20 in the last 180 days
Current version
(21 days ago)
App Store data read
App Store category
Lifestyle
Good for
Monitoring and controlling a home security system remotely, Checking live or recorded video from indoor and outdoor cameras, Managing arm and disarm and access across multiple business locations
Requires
iOS 17.0 or later
Size
443 MB
Age rating
4+
Languages
19
Developer pages
Website · Support · Privacy policy
Maker
unclaimed
As data
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