The $300 Abode Starter Kit is an excellent entry-point into DIY home security. It really has everything -- a Z-Wave and ZigBee hub with a built-in siren, two door/window sensors, a battery-powered ...

Abode drops home automation features to offer this lower-cost version of its excellent home security hub. Most users probably won’t miss them. For those keeping count, Abode now offers three different ...

Abode works well as a basic security system, but its broader smart home integration system remains a work in progress. Abode’s security-focused smart home system has been on the market for barely a ...

Abode’s DIY security system is easy enough for beginners, but it still has some maturing to do to make it competitive with professional alternatives. DIY home security systems aren’t a new thing, but ...

PALO ALTO, Calif. (May 25, 2023) -- Abode Systems announces a new affordable solution designed to make home security accessible to all: Abode Security Kit. Purposely designed to prioritize simplicity ...

Abode Iota is a do-it-yourself security system that’s one of the very few with support for Apple’s HomeKit home-automation platform. That means it’s a breeze to control from your iPhone. It includes a ...

For years, I had a traditional security system in my home that cost hundreds of dollars each year for the monitoring service that went with it. I ditched that system about two years ago in hopes of ...

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This year introduced a new Security Kit from Abode, a company specializing in smart home security, for a budget-friendly price of $159.99. Featuring a built-in 93dB siren, 4G cellular backup for lost ...

“The basic, low-spec hardware disappoints, but with a smooth app experience, Abode is a smart home platform that shouldn’t be ignored.” “Why you can trust Digital Trends – We have a 20-year history of ...