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About Vivint
Vivint is a home security company that offers integrated home security systems and smart home automation solutions, including outdoor and indoor cameras, doorbell cameras, security sensors, smart locks and smart devices for lighting, temperature, locks and garage doors. Systems require professional installation and come with 24/7 professional monitoring.
- Fully customizable systems
- Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant
- Useful mobile app
- Professional install required — no DIY option
- No trial period
- Can be a little pricey compared to competitors
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What is Vivint Smart Home?
Vivint Smart Home is a home security and automation company. It designs integrated smart home security systems, including features such as professional installation and 24/7 monitoring. The company was founded in 1999 and is based in Provo, Utah.
How does Vivint work?
Vivint uses advanced technology to keep your home secure. Here’s a quick breakdown of how some of the components work:
- Wireless sensors: Detect activity around doors and windows to provide alerts.
- Smart thermostats: Allow you to control the temperature remotely via the Vivint app.
- Smart locks: Enable you to lock or unlock doors remotely and manage access codes.
- Doorbell cameras: Provide video footage of your entryway and allow two-way communication.
The Vivint Smart Hub is the central control panel that runs on a cellular connection and connects to the Vivint app. Through the panel or app, you can monitor and control all your integrated devices.
You need a wireless connection to use a Vivint system because the Smart Hub uses Wi-Fi to connect. However, Vivint has a cellular backup that allows the system to work if your Wi-Fi goes out.
Vivint packages and pricing
The total cost of a home security system from Vivint varies based on the package and equipment you choose. There’s no option for do-it-yourself installation, but since installation costs are typically waived, we don’t mind too much.
Vivint offers three standard packages, but each can be customized to include the equipment you need.
- Vivint Security Starter, $449.99: Includes Smart Hub control panel, two door/window sensors and a motion sensor. Professional monitoring services for this package start at $31.47 per month.
- Vivint Doorbell Security, $674.98: Includes a Smart Hub, four door/window sensors, a motion sensor, and a doorbell camera. Professional monitoring services start at $36.47 per month.
- Vivint Safety & Security, $1,024.99: Includes Smart Hub, four door/window sensors, a motion sensor, a doorbell camera, a water sensor, a smoke and carbon monoxide detector, and an outdoor camera. Professional monitoring services start at $41.47 per month.
- Vivint HomeProtect, $349.99: Includes the Vivint app, motion sensor, three door/window sensors, keypad and Security Hub. Unlike Vivint’s other systems, HomeProtect can be purchased without a contract. The no-contract version costs $349.99 plus $199 for professional installation, or you can pay $199.99 and get free installation if you sign a three-year contract.
Equipment can be purchased upfront at the listed cost or financed. Financing terms can vary. Vivint also occasionally runs substantial promotions on its equipment packages, so keep an eye out for those.
» MORE: Security system installation: DIY versus professional
Vivint equipment
Vivint’s base equipment includes its Vivint Smart Hub panel, motion sensors and door/window sensors. You can add more equipment options to your security or smart home automation package to personalize your system.
More equipment options

Doorbell camera

Garage door control

Outdoor camera

Indoor camera

Smart locks

Smart thermostat
Vivint has a wide range of equipment available for purchase. Options include:
- Outdoor Camera Pro: It is high-definition and has a 140-degree field of view and night vision. If the camera detects someone, it activates an 85-decibel speaker and lights up.
- Indoor camera: The indoor camera records when it detects people present and sends notifications to your phone. It also has a two-way talk feature.
- Doorbell camera: Vivint’s doorbell camera has Smart Deter technology to stop package theft: If it sees someone trying to take a package, it activates a 90-decibel speaker and LED ring. The camera has a 180-degree-by-180-degree field of view and night vision.
- Door and window sensors: The wireless sensors communicate with the hub and app, sending alerts and sounding alarms. They have a five-year battery life.
- Smart lock: The Kwikset smart lock lets you assign up to 50 unique access codes for family members and friends. You can also stay informed on who’s unlocking and locking doors and use the Vivint app to lock and unlock remotely.
- Smart lighting: Manage your lights without flipping switches. You can set custom lighting schedules and save on energy costs.
- Smart garage door controller: Use the app to open and shut your garage from anywhere. The app also notifies you if you leave the garage door open.
- Smart thermostat: Control the temperature in your home from anywhere.
- Smoke alarm/carbon monoxide detector: The smoke alarm shuts off your HVAC system in a fire to help slow the spread and automatically unlocks your doors, while the carbon monoxide detector connects you to monitoring if there’s a harmful level of the odorless gas.
Vivint home security FAQ
How much does a Vivint home security system cost per month?
As of publishing, recurring monthly fees for all packages include:
- Smart home monitoring: $29.99
- Video service: $5 per camera
- Cell network maintenance fee: $1.48
Monthly Vivint costs depend on your system and whether or not you finance the equipment. Equipment financing varies depending on the type and quantity of devices you purchase and the specific financing terms you select.
Can Vivint be used without monitoring?
No, all Vivint systems include professional monitoring, and there’s no way to opt out of it.
How do you cancel Vivint?
To cancel your Vivint service, call customer support at 1-800-678-2635. The company has specific policies for active duty military customers, as well as customers who are moving or have extenuating circumstances.
Is Vivint safe from hackers?
Vivint’s Smart Hub encrypts signals to keep cameras, recordings and devices safe from breaches. The company recommends taking steps to secure your wireless network, such as regularly changing passwords and updating software and hardware. Keep in mind that hacking is always a possibility with any home security system that uses wireless technology.
Is Vivint worth it?
The majority of Vivint customers would recommend the company to a friend, but its customer support has received mixed reviews. Most report positive experiences, but some have expressed concerns about long hold times, cancellation policies, billing issues and technical assistance. That said, Vivint's system and services have a lot of great tech, and we think they’re an excellent option to consider for your home security needs.
How does Vivint compare?
Compare Vivint with similarly rated home security companies.
| Company | Customer rating | Monitoring | Installation | Monthly fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() Vivint | Get a Quote | 4.5 | Required | Professional or DIY | Approximately $25 to $57 per month |
![]() ADT | Get a Quote | 4.2 | Required with professional installation | Professional | $28.99 to $59.99/month |
![]() Frontpoint | Get a Quote | 2.1 | Required | DIY | $15 to $49.20 |
![]() SimpliSafe | Get Started | 3.6 | Optional | DIY or professional ($99+) | $9.99 to $29.99 |
![]() Ring | Learn More | 1.2 | Optional | Professional | $3.99 to $10 |
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Vivint Company Information
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- Company Name:
- Vivint
- Company Type:
- Private
- Formerly Named:
- Vivint Smart Home
- Address:
- 4931 N 300 W
- City:
- Provo
- State/Province:
- UT
- Postal Code:
- 84604
- Country:
- United States
- Fax:
- (801) 377-4116
- Website:
- www.vivint.com
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