1 week Ago By Alistair Charlton
Yale is best known as a producer of door locks, but also sells a wide range of home security systems. It recently launched a new platform run by an app called Yale Home, which works with an equally new family of devices that includes security cameras, a video doorbell, and the alarm system reviewed here. Called the Yale Smart Alarm, this is not to be confused with the older Yale Sync Alarm , which I reviewed recently and found to be lacking compared to some of the best home security systems from Eufy , Ring and Simplisafe .
The newer system tested here is Yale’s starter kit. A premium version with additional components is also available, and Yale sells each device individually, so you can buy the starter kit then build up a larger system over time. This starter kit has everything you need to install a home alarm system, including a base station, a motion detector, two door/window sensors, a wireless keypad and an external siren.
The system can be controlled either from the keypad, or with the free Yale Home smartphone app, which connects to the alarm via the internet-connected hub. So how does Yale Smart Alarm starter kit perform, and how does it compare to the best home security systems ? Read on to find out. Related stories Best home security system 2025, tried and tested Simplisafe home security system review: a comprehensive DIY kit with 24/7 monitoring Ring Outdoor Camera Pro Battery review: a wireless and weatherproof smart security camera Eufy Home Alarm Kit review: smart, expandable and great value How I tested: I installed the alarm system in my home and used it for a couple of weeks before writing this review.
During that time, I tried every feature the system has to offer, adjusted settings to better suit my needs, and analysed how well the system worked. Why you can trust us: The Independent is committed to providing unbiased reviews and expert shopping advice across a range of home improvement products. Our team of experts has spent years testing and rating the latest smart home tech in our homes, gardens and under real-world conditions, so you can be sure our verdicts are authentic and based on personal experience with each product featured.
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