A brief comparison between the home security system options offered by Cox Communications and LifeShield
If you’re in the market for improving or adding a home security system, you will be well served to make some comparisons. Cox Communications and LifeShield are two leaders wireless home security systems. Comparing Cox Communications and LifeShield will give you more options when you make your ultimate decision.
Cox Communications overview
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Like a growing number of cable system companies, Cox Communications has recently added home security systems to its growing list of bundled services. One thing to remember when considering a cable-based provider of home security systems is that these services are not available outside the cable systems service area. Selecting a cable-based home security system also requires you to be one of their subscribers and if you wish to take advantage of their wireless and Internet-based products and services, you will be required to select or add them as your Internet service provider.
Cox offers the following standard packages with the following features:
Cox Communications Preferred Package
- 24/7 monitoring with cellular backup
- Remote access
- Smart phone apps
- Text email alerts
- Touch screen control panel
- Window/door sensors
- Motion detector
- Wireless router
- Yard and window signs
- Fire/smoke monitoring
- Live video monitoring
- Home automation
This package's installation costs start at $99, with a monthly service fee starting at $39.99.
Cox Communications Essential Package
- 24/7 monitoring with cellular backup
- Remote access
- Smart phone apps
- Text email alerts
- Touch-screen control panel
- Window/door sensors
- Motion detector
- Wireless router
- Yard and window signs
This package's installation costs start at $99, with a monthly service starting at $29.99.
LifeShield overview
For more than 50 years, LifeShield has been providing effective and affordable home security. In recent years, it has emerged as a leading provider of wireless home security systems, with a presence in all 50 states.
LifeShield offers three packages: value, gold, and platinum. Each package offers you the choice of cellular-based or Internet alert and monitoring services. The equipment in each package is free with the purchase of a package service agreement.
Here’s a summary of what each package offers you:
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LifeShield Value Package
- Standard alarm base
- Control panel console
- Wireless gird extender
- Keychain remote for arming & disarming
- Two door/window sensors
- One yard sign and three window stickers
The basic value package price starts at $29.99 per month and requires a 63-month service agreement.
LifeShield Gold Package
- Standard alarm base
- Control panel console
- Wireless grid extender
- Keychain remote for arming & disarming
- Three door/window sensors
- Motion sensor
- A separate tablet you can use as a second console
- Fire detection monitoring
The gold package price starts at $34.99 per month and requires a 63-month service agreement.
LifeShield Platinum Package
- Standard alarm base
- Control panel console
- Wireless grid extender
- Keychain remote for arming & disarming
- Three door/window sensors
- Motion sensor
- A separate tablet you can use as a second console
- Fire detection monitoring
- Wireless video monitoring with feeds to a computer or to the tablet
The platinum package price starts at $44.98 per month and requires a 39-month service agreement.
Installation
LifeShield systems can be installed by the homeowner, or by a professional recommended by LifeShield. Installation costs by a referred professional will vary from region to region
It’s important to remember that Cox Communications services are not available everywhere, while LifeShield products and services (especially if you install yourself) can be found in all 50 states.
If Cox Communications or LifeShield are two options you’re considering for home security, QualitySmith can put you in touch with local professionals who can assist you today.
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