Does the SimpliSafe alarm get good reviews?

SimpliSafe generally receives good reviews including a 8.7 out of 10 from CNET. On Amazon, the Simplisafe2 Wireless Home Security System 8-piece Plus Package has an average rating of 4.5 stars out of five based on over 6,000 reviews as of October 2015.

Commonly mentioned benefits of SimpliSafe include easy setup and use, good performance, and flexible contracts. Many reviewers also highlight that SimpliSafe is excellent for the price.

Some drawbacks mentioned by reviewers include the system's lack of video cameras and that fact it can't connect to home automation systems. Some reviews also indicate that the customer support is poor, particularly for trouble with installation.