by Jacob Whitmore | Apr 12, 2026 | Home & Garden, Home Security
You don’t need to spend thousands to keep your home safe. With the right combination of affordable smart devices, you can build a full security setup for under £300 – with no monthly fees. Here’s how to do it.Budget target: A video doorbell (£50–£80), one...
by Jacob Whitmore | Apr 12, 2026 | Home & Garden, Home Security
A DIY home security system costs £180 to £350 for a starter kit in the UK, with no monthly fee if you self-monitor, while a professionally installed and monitored system runs to £199 or more upfront plus £27 to £45 a month. For most...
by Jacob Whitmore | Apr 9, 2026 | Home Security
The short version Ring is the budget, do-it-yourself choice, strongest on video doorbells and cameras, with optional cheap recording plans. SimpliSafe is a self-fit wireless alarm system with flexible, no-contract professional monitoring. Verisure is the premium,...
