Updated October 2026
Data from the official Ajax and SimpliSafe sites.
2026 verdict
Across the 2026 comparison, SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit earns the nod over Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller on the strength of price, rating, and connectivity.
It builds its lead on price, rating, and connectivity, then backs it up with a stronger showing on integrations and kit. There is still a case for Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller, but mainly if warranty is what you value most. That is why SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit wins the verdict here.
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| Feature | Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller | SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | €307.00 | $209.00 | SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit |
| Rating | 3.6 | 4.5 | SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit |
| Warranty | 24 months | 1 year | Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller |
| Connectivity | Ethernet, Other | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Other | SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit |
| Integrations | Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant | SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit |
| Kit | None | Keypad | SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit |
| Backup Battery | 15 hours | 24 hours | Different strengths |
| Monitoring | App Without a Plan, Alerts Without a Plan, History Without a Plan, Professional Monitoring, Cellular Backup | App Without a Plan, Alerts Without a Plan, Professional Monitoring, Cellular Backup, Smoke/CO Listener | Tie |
€307.00
- + Warranty: 24 months
- - Price: €307.00 vs $209.00
- - Rating: 3.6 vs 4.5
Winner
$209.00
- + Price: $209.00
- + Rating: 4.5
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Other
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 24 months
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller or SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit?
SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and connectivity.
What is the biggest difference between Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller and SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller lists €307.00, while SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit lists $209.00.
Which one looks better on price?
Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller is listed at €307.00, while SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit is listed at $209.00. SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit (better spec).
Who should buy Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller?
Choose Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller if your priority is warranty and that matters more than price.
Who should buy SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit?
Choose SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than warranty.
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