Winner
Updated October 2026
Data from the official SimpliSafe site.
2026 verdict
In 2026, the recommendation leans toward SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 5-Piece Kit over SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit, driven by price.
It separates itself most clearly on price, while still looking better on its broader overall balance. You should still consider SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit if rating matters more than raw overall balance. Overall, SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 5-Piece Kit makes more sense for most people.
News by email
Still comparing? Get what's new by email
New releases and the smart home news worth knowing, in your inbox.
No spam. Unsubscribe in one click.
| Feature | SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 5-Piece Kit | SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $172.99 | $209.00 | SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 5-Piece Kit |
| Rating | 4.4 | 4.5 | SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Backup Battery | 24 hours | 24 hours | Tie |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Other | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Other | Tie |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant | Tie |
| Monitoring | App Without a Plan, Alerts Without a Plan, Professional Monitoring, Cellular Backup, Smoke/CO Listener | App Without a Plan, Alerts Without a Plan, Professional Monitoring, Cellular Backup, Smoke/CO Listener | Tie |
| Kit | Keypad | Keypad | Tie |
| Sound Level | 100 dB | 100 dB | Tie |
Winner
$172.99
- + Price: $172.99
- - Rating: 4.4 vs 4.5
$209.00
- + Rating: 4.5
- - Price: $209.00 vs $172.99
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 5-Piece Kit or SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit?
SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 5-Piece Kit has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price.
What is the biggest difference between SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 5-Piece Kit and SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit?
Price is one of the clearest differences: SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 5-Piece Kit lists $172.99, while SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit lists $209.00.
Which one looks better on price?
SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 5-Piece Kit is listed at $172.99, while SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit is listed at $209.00. SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 5-Piece Kit (better spec).
Who should buy SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 5-Piece Kit?
Choose SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 5-Piece Kit if your priority is price and that matters more than rating.
Who should buy SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit?
Choose SimpliSafe (Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit if your priority is rating and that matters more than price.
Our store on AmazonShop our ideas on AmazonLists of the smart home setups we would put together ourselves, ready to add to your Amazon cart.Shop on AmazonFull comparison table
Compare all 18 Alarm Systems side by side
You are looking at two of them. The full table lines up all Alarm Systems in the catalog with the same specs, so you can filter by what you need and sort by price or rating.
- 18 Alarm Systems
- 38 specs compared
- 35 filters
ArloHome Security System (3-Sensor Kit)
RingAlarm (2nd Gen) 8-Piece Kit
RingAlarm (2nd Gen) 5-Piece Kit
RingAlarm (2nd Gen) EU
SimpliSafe(Gen 3) 8-Piece Kit
RingAlarm Pro 8-Piece Kit
RingAlarm Pro 14-Piece Kit
- SimpliSafe
(Gen 3) 5-Piece Kit
abodeSmart Security Kit (8-Piece)
YaleSync Smart Home Alarm IA-320
YaleSync Smart Home Alarm IA-330
abodeSmart Security Kit (4-Piece)
YaleSync Smart Home Alarm IA-310
ArloHome Security System SS1501
SimpliSafe(Gen 3) UK Kit
AjaxHub 2 (4G) Jeweller
ArloHome Security System SS1201
CovePuck Security System (6-Piece)