is not proprietary to Interlogix, the mobile app can also be used for Honeywell and DSC/Tyco systems making it the most popular mobile app out there. The Simon series is their “self-contained” system and Concord is their “built-by-component” alarm system. This is in much thanks to two models: the Concord series and Simon series. The brand Interlogix is not well known to the masses, but in the security world they have a well-known presence. Interlogix is now under UTC (United Technologies), which still has some good brand recognition in the construction industry. For a long time they used the GE brand to prop them up, but no longer do so after some re-alignments. Interlogix is something you may not have heard of, but GE is something you probably recognize. Total Connect is proprietary to Honeywell systems only. Honeywell systems use the Total Connect mobile app to allow customers to arm/disarm, smart home features, etc. Some are a “self-contained” system (which is where the “central” base is also the touchpad) and others are the “built-by-component” system (which there is usually a “central” base that has the brains and your touchpads communicate back to it). Honeywell has many different models of alarm systems. They range from thermostats in your home to actual space satellites. Honeywell Security is just one small faction that the Honeywell brand offers. Honeywell is probably the most “known” brand out there and for good reason…they’re huge. ***These are personal ratings by the author*** Honeywell Security Here are our ratings of who provides the best alarm system equipment: The Big Three: Honeywell, Interlogix, DSC/Tyco It does help to have an understanding of who provides them. With so many brands & models out there, we can’t possibly go over them all. There are many different brands of alarm systems out there. So should we only consider price when it comes to an alarm system that has the critical task of protecting your property? But if price was the only thing that mattered, we would send Heinz ketchup, Starbucks, Nike, and Apple straight into bankruptcy. Well then, I guess it just comes down to price.

They should all offer a mobile app that you can use. They all have something “central” like a touchpad or a base and then you add some various kinds of sensors for doors, windows, etc. Here’s a question: Are you looking at the equipment they are providing as well? I agree, they all kind of look the same. Or maybe order a kit online? Or are you enticed by bundling with your cable/internet provider? How do you know who has the best alarm system? So, if you’re thinking of getting an alarm system for your home or business, you’re probably trying to decide what alarm installer to go with. You want the best alarm system but there are so many alarm system choices…

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