Which anti-theft alarm system to choose?

Like many French people, you are undoubtedly haunted by the idea of ​​one day being the victim of a burglary. It must be said that the phenomenon continues to develop, with, on average, one burglary committed every 90 seconds in France. In this context, investing in safety equipment is proving to be an essential solution in order to fight against this scourge and strengthen your security at home. From the simple dummy alarm, to the outdoor surveillance camera, through the

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, there is today something for all tastes, and for all budgets. With our selection of 5 home alarm systems, you get an overview of the best in this area.

Types of anti-theft alarms available on the market, criteria for selecting an alarm system for the home, usefulness of such equipment, standards to check… Le Parisien Guide Shopping offers you a complete guide to the alarm system anti-theft device for your home.

Our goal: to go beyond the simple presentation of a top 5 of the best anti-theft alarm systems in order to help you make the right choices.

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our various tips and advice to get you started installing such a safety device with complete peace of mind.

Our selection :

Somfy house alarm system 2401497

• eBay

  € 447.68

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• Amazon

  € 399

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• ManoMano

  407 €

  SEE

• Baker

  € 407.99

  SEE

Equip yourself with a complete home anti-theft alarm system with this solution offered by the Somfy brand.

Ultra-complete (siren, detectors, control unit, badges), ultra easy to install, this alarm system has all the qualities to deter burglars from entering your home.

Wireless, this alarm has an autonomy of 6 hours in the event of a power failure.

• Ultra-complete solution

• Easy to install

• Easy control from a smartphone

• Scalable alarm

• Compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT and TaHoma

• Fragility of remote controls

• Requires additional facilities to monitor large spaces

AGSHOME home alarm system

• Amazon

  € 69.49

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• eBay

  € 99.95

  SEE

Composed of an alarm with siren and 5 opening detectors, the AGSHOME home alarm system offers a financially accessible solution to reinforce the security of your home.

Design, compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant, this system works thanks to Wi-Fi and a dedicated application.

Installation is quick and easy.

• Elegant design

• Quick and easy installation

• Good value for money

• The alarm volume is a little low

• On activation, does not warn if a window is open

DAEWOO wireless home alarm initial pack

• Amazon

  € 249.90

  SEE

• Cdiscount

  € 263.05

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• Darty

  € 189.90

  SEE

With a control unit, 2 door opening detectors, 1 motion detector, 2 RFID badges and 1 rotating interior camera, the DAEWOO initial pack includes the essentials of what you need to fight against theft and burglaries.

You will appreciate its upgradeable side and its easy installation via your home's Wi-Fi.

Alexa and Google Assistant compatible alarm system.

• Complete solution

• Alexa and Google Assistant compatible

• Immediate smartphone notifications

• Easy to install

• The alarm volume is a little low

• Motion detector not compatible with pets

Ring Alarm Home Security System

• Amazon

  € 254.34

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• eBay

  € 233.83

  SEE

Are you looking for a security system to easily monitor your home?

The kit offered by the Ring brand is made for you.

It includes the basics of what you need to improve the protection of your home against burglaries.

Possibility of associating an assisted surveillance service and of upgrading it with the addition of other devices.

• Complete solution

• Easy to install

• Scalable

• Can be combined with an assisted surveillance service

• Compatibility with Alexa is limited

• Mandatory subscription to take advantage of the assisted surveillance service

Home alarm system 17 pieces YISEELE

• Amazon

  € 95.99

  SEE

• eBay

  € 140.21

  SEE

This YISEELE alarm system is surely the most complete of this selection.

With its 10 door detectors, its base station, its 4 remote controls and its wired siren, it is perfect for equipping your entire house or apartment.

It also has an anti-animal motion detector, so it won't go off when your dog or cat is moving.

If you own a large property, this kit is for you!

• Ultra-complete solution

• Pet friendly motion detector

• Easy to install

• Battery life of 6 to 8 hours in the event of a power failure

• The alarm volume is a little low

• Requires the use of a specific SIM card

Is it really useful to install a burglar alarm?

Unless you want to make it easier for malicious individuals or think you don't have any valuable items in your home, the answer to this question is definitely yes. An alarm system, a video surveillance system, an anti-intrusion alarm or whatever its name, is an effective equipment to fight against thefts and intrusion attempts. The installation of an anti-theft alarm in your home plays in practice several roles:

• A deterrent role: when it includes elements visible from the outside (exterior surveillance camera, motion detector or simple sign indicating the presence of an alarm system), the burglar alarm system for the house is sufficient to deter burglars from trying their luck.

  Some of them in fact give up taking the risk of attempting the break-in and are content to turn around.

• An alert role: as soon as an intrusion attempt is detected, your home's alarm system emits a strident siren.

  The volume of this anti-theft alarm siren is sufficiently powerful to, on the one hand, play the role of audible aggression on burglars who then opt for flight and, on the other hand, warn the neighborhood of an attempt to burglary in progress.

• An intervention role: coupled with the services of a company specializing in the fight against burglaries and home security, the alarm system can trigger an on-site intervention.

  In your absence, security professionals may thus have to come to your home to put an end to the burglary and / or notify the police.

What are the different types of burglar alarms available?

The different types of alarms

There are three main types of home burglar alarm systems today:

• Motion detectors: as their name easily suggests, motion detectors detect the presence of a person in a room.

  They operate, most often, via an infrared sensor that reacts to thermal radiation from a moving individual.

  If movement is detected, the alarm is triggered.

• Glass breakage detectors: an anti-theft alarm system for the house can be reduced to the installation of this type of detectors.

  These are designed to be able to detect vibrations caused by repeated shocks on a window, and to trigger the alarm in the event of an alert.

• Opening detectors: installed on the different openings of the house (doors, windows), these detectors are made up of two parts connected to each other.

  The loss of contact between these two parts (a sign that the door or the window is opening) is enough to trigger the alarm.

Wired alarm system vs wireless alarm system

The home burglar alarm system is available in two versions: a wired version and a wireless version.

The first requires a more complex installation.

It is also the one with the best level of security.

Most often connected to your home's Wi-Fi network, the second is much easier to set up.

However, it does require a good Wi-Fi connection to ensure optimal operation.

What type of anti-theft alarm should I choose according to my needs?

The choice of an anti-theft alarm for your home is directly related to your needs, your desires and, also, your budget.

In general, the number of openings, the architecture of your house and the presence of any pets in your home (which can trigger the alarm of motion detectors) are the main elements to take into account. to make the right choice.

The aesthetic aspect of the different types of alarms (maybe you do not want to have an opening detector on your front door) is also among the criteria that can guide you to a particular product. .

What important standards and criteria should you consider before purchasing a burglar alarm system?

Check the reliability of the alarm and the standards respected

An anti-theft alarm system for the home must be reliable and efficient.

This is to ensure your safety and avoid ending up with a randomly functioning, and ultimately useless, alarm.

To guide you in choosing an anti-theft alarm system, there is today a set of French and European standards.

All have the same vocation: to certify the quality of the product to individuals and professionals who acquire an alarm, and to inform them about the degree of security associated with this alarm.

Before buying an anti-theft alarm system for your home, take the time to check the mention of a standard among the CE, EN 50131-1 to 6, NFA2P (1 to 3 shields), CNPP or APSAD standards. .

Buy a certified alarm to negotiate your home insurance

Have you decided to install an alarm system in your home to deter burglars from coming to try their luck in your home?

Indicate your approach to your insurer.

In most cases, insurance companies agree to reduce the amount of the home insurance premium and / or review the amount of deductibles in the event of burglary.

Main condition to take advantage of it: present a certified alarm system recognized by insurance professionals.

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