Wireless Home Security Systems vs Wired Alarm Systems

Wireless systems: portability, easy installation and smart features

Installing a wireless security system is a piece of cake, as homeowners aren’t restricted by wires, and able to mount the motion sensors, cameras and detectors wherever they like. The setup process is less of a nightmare without drilling holes and turning the house into a complete mess. Using the provided material, residents can complete the installation process themselves. This is also the case when you are moving to a new location: simply unplug the base station, pick up the sensors and cameras and you’re ready to go.

Smart access is the biggest advantage of wireless systems. They have more layers, depending on whether they aim to improve protection or practicality. The constant cellular connection entitles the family members to remotely adjust the lightings, set the temperature, open the doors without keys using only a smartphone, and most importantly arm and disarm the system from afar.

Although in recent years the trends started to lean towards the wireless solution, it still has its flaws. First of all, cellular systems are less reliable. Everyone experiences frustration when the internet connection suddenly drops during an important call or web search. The same thing can happen to the cellular networks too, as they are vulnerable to all sorts of interferences. Secondly, hackers are menacing the wireless home security systems. Exploiting the outdated technology behind the radio frequency the service uses to communicate with the sensors, hackers can intercept the distress signals and stop the alarms from triggering.

Wired systems: reliability and combinability

A wise choice is not dividing these two possibilities, but instead adapting them simultaneously, so they can complement each other’s flaws. Companies, like LifeShield designed their base station to incorporate cellular, VoIP and wired technology, thus even if some of them fail to work, the others can back up your emergency calls.