As lockdown restrictions ease, millions of Brits are leaving their homes unattended for extensive periods of time without considering their home security.
Currently, over half (54%)* of UK households are now travelling to work, a 13% rise since January, and travel companies are seeing holiday bookings skyrocket to 182%*. With so many families now out of the house, it is shocking to think how many are leaving their homes vulnerable.
After surveying the UK, we found that only 38% have a burglar alarm, just 20% have CCTV, only 14% use a video doorbell and 1 in 10 admit to having no home security at all.
Give yourself peace of mind this summer as you leave your home to return to work and to pubs, restaurants etc with our list of the top ten selling smart security products, ranging from alarm kits, CCTV packages, video doorbells, and more.
Yale Smart Home Alarm Family Kit – IA-320
- Controlled by smartphone
- No subscription fees
- Wireless connection
- Smart home integration
Compatible with both Amazon Alexa and Phillips Hue, the Yale Smart Home Alarm Family Kit includes a Smart Hub, Keypad Control Panel, Outdoor Siren Box, Door Sensor Contact and two PIR Motion Detectors. This award-winning kit can be completely controlled via Apple or Android smartphones, sends notifications and alerts via email and SMS, making it perfect if you’re anxious about leaving your home. It has an extensive 200m range and is also easy to install.
Swann Enforcer 2 Camera 4 Channel 4K DVR Security System
- Ultra HD 4K resolution
- Enforcer cameras with flashing lights
- Wired BNC cameras
- View on smartphone
Equipped with a 1TB capacity hard drive for constant recording, the Swann Enforcer 2 Camera Security System works with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. The two cameras record in ultra-HD 4k for the best possible footage quality and are equipped with motion sensors that activate police style red and blue flashing lights to deter the intruder.
Igloohome Smart Airbnb Padlock
- Sync Airbnb clander
- Provide access remotely
- Access via code or phone app
The Igloohome Smart Padlock provides keyless entry via Bluetooth, an app or a regular pin code, ideal for providing access to carers, cleaners or guest home guests. Access can be shared remotely, and it has a decoy pin code feature for extra privacy. As well as this, it automatically syncs with Airbnb calendars to generate pin codes for guests via an igloohome account, making it perfect for guest homes that are located far away from your base.
Master Lock 5441 Smart Key Safe
- Provide access remotely
- Battery powered
- Access by pin code or smartphone app
- Emergency external battery connection
Another smart access tool, the Master Lock Smart Key Safe is a battery powered device that can be opened via either the digital keypad lock or a smartphone app. Holding up to four keys at a time, the lock can be opened via Bluetooth and the battery should last approximately two years. Emergency external battery contacts are available to open it in case of battery failure.
EZVIZ LC1C Outdoor Floodlight Security Camera
- Motion activated lights
- Night vision
- Wide viewing angle
- Mains powered
This all-in-one burglar deterrent includes a security light, CCTV camera and alarm system. The Ezviz Outdoor Floodlight Security Camera includes two ultra-bright LED floodlights that illuminate when motion is detected. It also has a wide-angled camera with HD1080p video and infrared night vision. A mic is included so you can hear and talk back to your uninvited guest and it is completely controlled by a smartphone for easy use.
Ring Video Doorbell 3
- Battery powered
- Weather resistant
- See, hear and speak remotely
- Advanced motion detection
The weather-resistant Ring Video Doorbell 3 can be mounted anywhere with wireless connectivity. Working with Amazon Alexa, it sends instant alerts to a device when the doorbell is rung, making it ideal if you want to monitor your front door while you’re at work. The microphone and speaker allow the user to hear, see and talk back to the person at the door and there is Cloud storage available to record all activity.
Imou Bullet Lite 4MP Outdoor Wi-Fi Smart Security Camera
- High definition 4MP recording
- SD card and cloud storage available
- Weather resistant
- Mains powered
Powered by the mains, the Imou Bullet Light Security Camera works with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant and connects via Wi-Fi. It records in high definition 4MP video for clear imagery and is both weather and dust resistant too. Cloud storage is also available to backup all recorded content.
Yale Y3 Keyless Connected Night Latch Kit
- Access by key card, tag or pin code
- includes Y3 nighlatch
- Battery powered
- Illuminated keypad
Operated by a touch sensitive keypad, the Yale Y3 Keyless smart lock allows keyless entry and locking. By using a customisable pin, the user can gain access via the key tag or card. Suitable for external doors and weather-resistant, the code also has 1,000,000 different possible combinations for peace of mind.
ERA Protect Deter Plus Smart Alarm System
- Includes siren and replica siren
- Smartphone controlled
- battery powered, wireless components
- Pair up to 96 components
The Cloud-based ERA Smart Alarm System automatically updates remotely and works with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. It sends an alert to the user’s smartphone when the alarm is triggered, and all of the components are pre-linked for an easy instalment.
Swann DVR – 4680 8 Channel HD 1080p – 4 Camera True Detect CCTV Kit
- Motion activated warning lights
- Wired BNC cameras
- 1TB hard drive
- HD 1080p video recording
Featuring four True Detect thermal sensing cameras, the Swann DVR 4680 is also equipped with motion activated warning lights to deter intruders. Full control of the device can be taken by a smartphone, and it also connects up with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for voice control too. The cameras can be used both indoors and outdoors and up to eight of them can be installed.
