DIY Home Security Systems

Alarms & cameras to protect from fire, flood and break-ins

Abode is Canada's top-rated smart home security system that offers everything you need to keep your family safe.
Set up in minutes. No tools required.

3 Steps to Your Home Security System

There’s a reason we’re rated the Best DIY Security System!

  • Build your unique security system

    Find the alarm systems, security cameras, and other sensors you need to keep your home safe. Order what you need now and expand your system as you go.

  • Install devices in minutes

    Easy set-up, guaranteed. Install your system in minutes without any tools or prior expertise. Want more help? Opt for our professional install service at checkout.

  • Watch your home from anywhere

    View your cameras and alerts from your phone, no matter where you are. Plus, get instant notifications for smoke, water, glass break, and burglaries.

Your home is unique. Customize your security, accordingly.

There are 3 parts to an Abode security system:
Gateways | Accessories | Abode App

Our gateways (called iota or smart security system) comes in a starter kit and act as the central “hub” of your alarm system.

Accessories like security cameras, motion sensors, door sensors, sirens, water leak and glass break sensors connect to your Gateway.

Your entire system can be monitored and controlled from the Abode App on your phone, wherever you are.

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Extra home protection: your system can instantly dial 911.

Add professional monitoring to make your home safer
Break-ins | Fire Protection | Medical Emergencies

US-based, award-winning monitoring center.

Our system immediately dispatches emergency services to your door when you’re unreachable.

Add a panic button to your system for instant 911 calls.

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More than home security. Full smart home integrations.

Abode does more than protect your home:
Convenience | Integrations | Automations

If you have other smart home devices in your home, your security system can work with those, too.

Connect your system to smart lights and appliances, Google Home or Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Sonos and more.

Easily create automations from your app to do things like open the garage when you pull in the driveway or turn on your lights when a door opens.

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    Why Abode? Compare and find out.


    Customer Reviews
    Customer Reviews
    Great 8.3 out of 10
    Rated Average on trustpilot
    Rated BAD on trustpilot
    Rated POOR on trustpilot
    App Access & Mobile Notifications
    Included Free
    $25/mo
    $52.99/mo
    Included Free
    Home Automation Platform
    24/7 Pro Monitoring
    $8.33/mo*
    Starts at $15/mo
    Starts at $36.99/mo
    $8.33/mo*
    Minimum Fee For Cameras On System
    FREE
    $19.99/mo
    $52.99/mo
    FREE
    Smart Home Integrations
    LIFX, Ecobee, HUE, Yale, 100+ Others
    Nest (Thermostat only), August
    Require plan starting at $52.99/mo
    "Works with Ring" products
    ^ Abode updates data in this chart regularly and to the best of our ability, but prices and other variables may be subject to change.
    * Paid yearly. Price for the first year, when purchased with a starter kit.
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    What are you looking for?

    abode is a great fit for a lot of scenarios. What are your requirements?

    A Security System
    Security Cameras
    Both
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    What are you protecting?

    abode is a great fit for a lot of scenarios. Which are you looking to protect?

    Home
    Apartment
    Business
    Other
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    How many doors are accessible from outside?

    Let's make sure your most vulnerable entryways are protected.

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    How many windows on the ground floor?

    These are the 2nd most common entry point for burglars.

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    How would you like your system monitored?

    Monitor your home yourself on your device, or set up professional monitoring so authorities automatically respond to alarms.

    Professional Monitoring
    Self Monitoring
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    What sort of security system are you looking for?

    To give you the best recommendation let us know what sort of integrations you are looking for in your alarm system.

    Traditional Alarm System without integrations.
    Alarm System with Alexa & Google integrations.
    HomeKit, ZigBee & Z-Wave integrations
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    Lastly, how would you like to be contacted?

    We want to send you our best recommendation.

    Phone
    Email
    Take Me To My Cart
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    Let us know your contact details

    Fill out the form below to submit

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    How many cameras would you like outside?

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    Would you like any of your outdoor cameras to be used as a doorbell?

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    How many cameras would you like inside?

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    Thank you.

    We will be in touch soon.

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    Security Hub, 1x Mini Door/Window Sensor & KeyFob

    $139.99 Add to cart
    Smart Security Kit Smart Security Kit

    1x Smart Security Hub
    1x Mini Door/Window Sensor
    1x Motion Sensor
    1x Key Fob
    1x Sticker

    $259.99 Add to cart
    iota All-In-One Security Kit iota All-In-One Security Kit

    iota All-In-One Hub With 1 Mini Door/Window Sensor and 1 Key Fob.

    $329.99 Add to cart