About FoyerFirst
FoyerFirst publishes carefully researched buying guides, so you can compare products and pick one with confidence.
Right now our guides focus on DIY home alarm systems for homeowners and renters who want no long contract, and we add new guides over time.
What we cover right now
Our guides cover DIY home alarm kits, Ring Alarm and SimpliSafe, monitoring plans and monthly fees, and kits for renters and apartments with add-on sensors. We compare kits side by side so you can see the trade-offs.
What we do
We read the product details, specs and maker information for every alarm kit we cover. We also look at what buyers often say after using one.
Then we turn it all into plain guides, side-by-side comparisons and clear picks. You can read more on our How we research page.
What we don't do
We don't sell alarm systems, and no brand pays us to rank its products.
We don't say that any system will keep you safe, stop a break-in or prevent crime. We describe what a kit does, such as sirens, sensors and app alerts, and nothing more.
We don't claim to have tested every product ourselves. When we pick something, we tell you why, based on its specs, its features and buyer feedback.
How we earn money
Some links on this site go to stores like Amazon. If you buy through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
That never changes which products we pick. Our affiliate disclosure has the details.
Get in touch
Spotted a mistake or have a question about a guide? Let us know on our contact page.