Alarm 8-Piece Kit vs 5-Piece Home Alarm Kit: which is better?

Ravvy scores Alarm 8-Piece Kit at 89.69 and 5-Piece Home Alarm Kit at 85.36, so Alarm 8-Piece Kit is the stronger overall pick. A top-tier choice for DIYers who want a reliable, easy-to-install system and are comfortable with a subscription-based ecosystem.

Which is cheaper, Alarm 8-Piece Kit or 5-Piece Home Alarm Kit?

Alarm 8-Piece Kit lists at $250 and 5-Piece Home Alarm Kit lists at $160. Prices change often, so check the current listing before buying.

Head to head · Home Security

Alarm 8-Piece Kit vs 5-Piece Home Alarm Kit

Ravvy scores Alarm 8-Piece Kit at 89.69 and 5-Piece Home Alarm Kit at 85.36. Alarm 8-Piece Kit takes the overall pick, best for renters and homeowners seeking a no-drill diy security solution.

Ravvy pick

Ring

Alarm 8-Piece Kit

89.7

$250

A top-tier choice for DIYers who want a reliable, easy-to-install system and are comfortable with a subscription-based ecosystem.

eufy Security

5-Piece Home Alarm Kit

85.4

$160

Choose this kit if you want a reliable DIY security system with zero monthly costs and accept that you are responsible for monitoring your own alerts.

How they score

Factor	Alarm 8-Piece Kit	5-Piece Home Alarm Kit
Integration	80	–
Reliability	85	–
Expandability	88	–
App Experience	92.5	–
Installation Ease	98	–
Value	–	94
Portability	–	95
App Reliability	–	86
Smart Integration	–	82
Ease of Installation	–	98

Alarm 8-Piece Kit

What owners praise

Extremely simple DIY installation with no tools required
Seamless integration with Alexa voice commands
Includes a range extender for larger floor plans
Responsive mobile app with real-time alerts
Reliable 24-hour battery backup during outages

What to know first

Advanced features require a monthly subscription
Base station siren could be louder for large homes
Limited third-party smart home compatibility outside Alexa

Skip it if privacy purists or those who refuse to pay monthly subscription fees

5-Piece Home Alarm Kit

What owners praise

No monthly subscription fees required
Easy peel and stick installation process
Seamless integration with the eufy app
Long lasting battery life on sensors
Expandable with additional eufy ecosystem products

What to know first

Requires manual self monitoring of alerts
Limited number of sensors for larger homes
HomeBase requires a wired ethernet connection to the router

Skip it if large estates requiring professional 24/7 monitoring services

Specs side by side

Spec	Alarm 8-Piece Kit	5-Piece Home Alarm Kit
Brand	Ring	eufy Security
Color	WHITE	White
Power	100-240V 60Hz	–
Support	Click here to view more information on the Ring Alarm Kit support page.For monitoring licenses, visit ring.com/licenses.	–
Dimensions	1.86 in x 3.19 in x 1.66 in	–
Disclaimers	1Compatible Ring subscription is required to enroll in Professional Monitoring. Service available in all 50 U.S. states (territories not included) and in Canada (excluding Quebec). Ring does not own its monitoring center. Smoke and carbon monoxide monitoring is not available for business or commercially zoned addresses. See Ring Alarm licenses at: [ring.com/licenses](https://ring.com/licenses. Additional fees may be required for permits, false alarms, or Alarm Verified Guard Response, depending on your local jurisdiction.2Compatible Ring subscription](https://ring.com/plans)required. Alarm Cellular Backup uses a third-party carrier.3Compatible Ring subscription](https://ring.com/plans)required. Available in all 50 U.S. states (territories not included) and in Canada (excluding Quebec). Ring does not own its monitoring center. Additional fees and permit requirements may apply depending on your local jurisdiction.4Compatible Ring subscription](https://ring.com/plans) required. Service available in all 50 U.S. states (territories not included). Ring does not own its monitoring center. Smoke and carbon monoxide monitoring is not available for business or commercially zoned addresses. See Ring Alarm licenses at: ring.com/licenses. Additional fees may be required for permits, false alarms, or Alarm Verified Guard Response, depending on your local jurisdiction.5Eligible device](https://ring.com/support/articles/flc8u/Requirements-for-Virtual-Security-Guard)required. Service available in all 50 U.S. states (territories not included). Ring does not own its monitoring center. See Ring Alarm licenses at: ring.com/licenses. Additional fees may be required for permits, false alarms, or Alarm Verified Guard Response, depending on your local jurisdiction.	–
Battery life	24-hr battery backup (lithium ion)	–
Connectivity	Z-Wave (250-foot range to Base Station, extends Z-Wave a further 250 feet)	–
Installation	Plugs into standard power outlets, Ring Alarm Kit required	–
Control Method	Voice	App
Security modes	Disarmed, Away, and Home	–
Compatible Devices	Smartphone	Smartphone