Price and Contract
Price and contract are not Frontpoint’s strong suits. The company’s contracts are a bit constraining, and the price is a little high in comparison to competitors’. That said, Frontpoint offers the freedom of customization and includes quality devices.
Pros
- Professional Monitoring
One of Frontpoint’s best features is its DIY installation—but that doesn’t mean you have to do your own monitoring too. Frontpoint plans all include 24/7 professional monitoring. - Well-Rounded Plans
At $44.99 a month, the Interactive Plan has professional monitoring, remote control, smart home capabilities, and a range of high-end products to choose from. - Customizable Options
Frontpoint’s home security system is entirely customizable. If you want to tack on a few more motion sensors than what’s included in your plan, you can do that. - Crash and Smash Protection
All Frontpoint security systems plans include Crash and Smash protection, which means that if your control panel is destroyed by a break-in or other disaster, a help signal is still sent to the monitoring center.
Cons
- Restrictive, Long-Term Contracts
If you don’t like commitment, you might be put off by Frontpoint’s long contract requirements—especially if you’re unsure where you’ll be living in one to three years. But the company does let you take your system to a new location if you move. - Costly Fees
Both Frontpoint’s monthly contracts and early termination fees cost a pretty penny. And while the early termination fees are offset by Frontpoint’s portable design, no one likes being saddled with high cancellation costs—especially if you’re unhappy with the service agreement.
