Looking to upgrade from your simple deadbolt and turnkey lock? Now’s the best time to do it. With advancements in home security technology, we see countless new solutions for peace of mind enter the market every day. Given all of the choices available, it can be hard to know which one will fit your needs best.
You’ve got plenty of options when it comes to securing your home – from doorknobs and lights to cameras and video monitoring. Make your home a place you can feel safe in, without having to worry about intruders or danger at every turn. Here are six of the most impressive home security products of 2022 that deserve your attention:
Kwikset 953 Obsidian Smart Code Touchscreen Key
The Kwikset 953 offers unparalleled elegance and protection. The sleek design makes it a perfect choice for those who want something that not only looks great, but also offers maximum security. And installing the lock couldn’t be easier — with just a screwdriver, you’ll have it installed in just minutes. What’s more, thanks to its four batteries and power-efficient power draw, the Kwikset 953 won’t need replacing for up to a year. All homeowners need to do is simply swap out the old batteries when needed.
Features:
- Capacitive touchscreen with dedicated lock button
- Stores 16 individual user codes
- Proprietary SecureScreen™ for preventing fingerprint lifts from screen
- Fits standard doors (1-3/8″ – 2″)
- UL-certified to withstand 20 minutes of fire
- 128-bit Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) Security
- NFPA requirement compliant
- Battery backup and no battery backup options
- Tamper-resistant interior cover
- Tapered deadbolt design allows misaligned doors to lock without major adjustments
- Includes 9V Battery Backup Power
Abode Wireless Video Doorbell
Abode’s new wireless video doorbell is novel for several reasons, chief among which is the attachable Color Bulbs — the company’s first dip into smart home lighting. These smart bulbs can be adjusted to your liking, with customizable color, brightness, temperature, and automation. The doorbell itself has higher resolution than any of its competitors, such as the video doorbell by Ring. But what makes it so attractive is its $80 price tag, making it one of the most affordable on the market today. It is also compatible with other smart home devices, like the new Abode Essentials Starter Kit, which includes a security hub that wirelessly connects all your devices together.
Features:
- Rechargeable batteries last 6 months
- Installs in minutes and chimes at the touch of a button
- No hardwiring needed — Wi-Fi enabled
- Person detection notifies you anytime there’s activity in front of the camera
- Customizable: set custom alerts and chimes when your doorbell rings
- HD camera and 160-degree view for complete monitoring
Eve Outdoor Camera
Eve’s outdoor camera is just the second outdoor camera designed for Apple HomeKit Secure Video to enter the market, with Eufy launching the first. This product by Eve not only boasts a floodlight, but 1080p video, infrared night vision, motion detection covering 30 feet and 100 degrees, and more, listed below. The device is also made with a minimalist, compact design, coming in at 6.7 high, 6.3 inches deep, and 2.6 inches wide.
Features:
- Records 1080p/24fps H.264 Video in a 157° field of view
- 100° infrared detection up to 9 m / 30 ft. at 2.5 m / 8.2 ft. mounting height
- Single high-powered floodlight
- 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi connection
- Built-in microphone and speaker for two-way communication
- Status LED
Eufy Security Video Doorbell Dual
You know what’s not so hot about video doorbells? Blind spots. But this dual-camera video doorbell by Eufy, Anker’s smart home brand, is here to save the day! You’ll have a wider field of view than most cameras on the market, with a main 2K camera that has a 160-degree field of view and a 1080p downward-facing camera that can see as far as 120 degrees. That’s a fully functional monster view for your security at your home door.
Features:
- Dual cameras for 280 total degrees of field view: 2K front camera and 1080p package camera
- Advanced package, waiting, and human detection technology
- 3–6 months battery life
- Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Home
- 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi connection
- IP65 and weather resistant design
Ring Smart Lighting System
Stay safe and well lit with this easy to install smart lighting system. The purpose of the product, according to Ring’s website, is “to create a network of lights that use motion sensors to illuminate outdoor areas around your house, such as backyards, driveways, stairways, and walkways.” Further, it works with Alexa voice commands and works with all other Ring products as well as any number of other components you might need. With its affordable components that are so easy to install, it has been named 2022’s Best Ring Camera With a Floodlight by PCMag.
Blue by ADT Doorbell Camera
Blue’s doorbell camera is a bit of a wild card in the market: the first fully autonomous security camera, it uses facial recognition technology for safe entries. By connecting to the Blue app on your smartphone, you can virtually see and talk to your visitors in HD. Whether in Pearl Gray and graphite, the Blue product is small and sleek — it comes in at just 1.7″ wide, 4.9″ high, and 1.4″ deep.
Features
- Full 1080p HD resolution with 180° field of view
- Motion activation detection up to 9.8 ft. / 3 meters
- Daylight sensor
- Built-in night vision capabilities
Make 2022 a Safe One
So there you are: the newest tech innovations in the home security space. With cameras and locks connected to your internet, and lamps and cameras keeping watch over your porch, turnkey locks suddenly seem so outdated — and insecure!
With so many incredible new inventions and options on the market, creating a safe space for yourself and your family has never been easier. Explore innovative security hardware like doorbells, lighting systems, and more. It’s time to make your home a secure and peaceful haven, today.