Cord Cutting | Smarthome Analysis of Alternatives (AoA)

Owned by Theodore Pietz
Feb 19, 2021

Self-install Options

Purchase hardware (instead of leasing) and pay much lower subscription fees.

  1. Google Nest Aware ($6/month or $60/year)
    1. 30 days of event video history
    2. Camera features, like intelligent alerts
    3. Sound detection
    4. Emergency calling
  2. Google Nest Aware Plus ($12/month or $120/year)
    1. Google Nest Aware with:
      1. 10 days of 24/7 video history
      2. 60 days of event video history
  3. Alexa Guard (Amazon and ADT) ($10/month)
    1. Professional monitoring with Ring Protect Plus.
    2. No cancellation fees, long-term commitments, or hidden costs.

Incumbent Service Provider Packages

  1. Homelife Automation
    1. "A smart home solution ideal for conveniently control and check on your home while you're away"
      1. Control Lighting
      2. Live Video Feed
      3. Door & Window Alerts
      4. Added peace of mind
    2. $29.99/month ($359.88/year) (sad)
      1. $10 off a month if bundled with other services
  1. Homelife Automation + Security
    1. "All the convenience of smart home, plus security with 24/7 professional monitoring"
      1. 24/7 Professional Monitoring
      2. Robust Backup System
      3. Motion Sensing
      4. Enhance Upgrade Ready
      5. Added Security
    2. $54.99/month ($659.88/year) (sad) (sad)
      1. $20 off a month if bundled with other services
      2. $49.99 one time charges