Pricing Guides for Home Security, Smart Devices & Streaming in 2025
Looking for up‑to‑date cost info? You’ve landed on the right spot. This page gathers every recent price guide we’ve published, from alarm system fees to Roku subscription rates. Skip the guessing game and see clear numbers that help you decide what fits your budget.
Latest Cost Guides
We’ve broken down the most common expenses you’ll meet this year. Want to know if a smart doorbell needs a transformer? Check our "Do Smart Doorbells Need Wiring?" post for wiring costs and battery options. Curious about a monthly bill for a video doorbell? The Ring battery life and subscription articles show real figures.
Streaming fans can read "Roku Monthly Cost: Is Roku Free?" for UK and US pricing, plus a quick calculator to estimate your total spend. If you’re weighing a full‑blown alarm service, the "ADT Monthly Fee Explained" article lists contract terms, monitoring fees and optional upgrades.
Parents will find the "Best Baby Monitor for Peace of Mind" guide useful – it lists price ranges, battery life and phone‑app connectivity so you can pick a monitor that won’t break the bank.
How to Compare Prices
Start by listing the features you actually need. A wired doorbell may cost more upfront but saves you from battery swaps. For cameras, decide between Wi‑Fi convenience and the hidden risks we detail in "Wi‑Fi Security Camera Risks" – cheaper isn’t always better.
Next, factor in recurring fees. A low‑cost alarm panel can hide pricey monitoring contracts; our "Home Security Systems Better Than SimpliSafe" post walks you through total‑cost of ownership for top brands.
Finally, read user reviews and real‑world tests. We include data on battery lifespan for Ring doorbells, true cost of Roku channels and actual ADT outage performance. Those numbers give you a realistic picture beyond the headline price.
Use this page as a quick reference checklist. Pick a category, click the title, grab the key numbers and compare them side by side. No more scrolling through endless forums – we’ve done the legwork for you.
Got a question that’s not covered? Drop a comment on the specific guide you’re reading. We update our posts regularly, so you’ll always have the freshest 2025 pricing info at your fingertips.