How much does Vivint cost?

Vivint ranks as one of our favorite security systems. Unfortunately, you can't just go to its website to find its prices for equipment and monitoring. So, we researched and contacted Vivint to find out Vivint packages and pricing, including monitoring fees, moving fees, cancellation fees, and more, so you'll know what you're getting into before you give them a call.

How much is Vivint per month? Vivint’s home security system monthly monitoring fees range from $39.99 to more than $44.99 per month. Vivint's monthly cost is a little above average when compared to other top home security brands, but is not even close to the most expensive. 

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Vivint equipment costs run from around $50 to $400. (The most expensive is the Vivint Outdoor Camera Pro security camera.) 

Vivint’s starter pack can set you back around $600. This package includes a Vivint smart hub touchscreen panel, a water sensor, two door or window sensors, and a motion sensor. 

Home security system companies, like SimpliSafe, typically charge around $250 for starter packs, so Vivint prices are more than double the average. Keep in mind that Vivint does offer high-quality proprietary equipment, and its startup package includes a few more devices than other brands. 

Want to go beyond the basics? Larger Vivint packages can cost you upwards of $1,000.

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If you finance through Vivint Flex Pay or a third-party financer, you pay $0 down for your equipment. Don’t like the idea of financing? Vivint also takes up-front payment for its home security system.

• When you enter a contract, your monthly fee covers monthly monitoring and paying off your security equipment.
• When you pay up front for all of your equipment, your monthly payments are for just monitoring.

If you finance, your monthly payments can vary depending on how much equipment you ordered. Your fees for monitoring are easier to predict.

Vivint currently has two monitoring plans, starting at $39.99 and $44.99 per month, which is comparable to ADT. The company recently retired its most basic plan, which started at $29.99 monthly. The good news is that both of the current plans come with advanced features. 

Both plans give you access to the Vivint app (formerly known as the Vivint Sky App), but smart home and video controls are what distinguish each one. 

The $39.99 plan comes with access to the Vivint smart home app and the ability to control your Vivint devices, like the Vivint Element thermostat, with voice commands. 

The most expensive plan gives you smart home and video control. It starts at $44.99 per month and allows you to add cameras to your system, along with all of the features offered through the smaller packages. 

There’s a catch, though. The $44.99 only covers one camera. Additional cameras will cost you an additional $4.99 per camera every month. One thing that stands out is that Vivint's system can handle up to six cameras without compromising quality, speed, or reliability. You may want to verify that your home bandwidth can handle that number if you have a large property and need to max out your camera coverage. 

With a total of six cameras, you’ll be paying $69.94. That’s the most expensive monitoring plan on the market—beating ADT's highest plan starting price of $64.99.

Yes, and Vivint equipment prices are high compared to most competitors. A basic sensor or motion detector ranges from $50 to $100 when the average is closer to $30. Why so high? Vivint equipment has proprietary equipment, which could account for their higher costs.

Vivint doesn't charge a service call fee during the first 120 days of your contract. After that, it costs $99 for a technician to come troubleshoot your Vivint system. 

• Outdoor Camera Pro (Gen 2) – $399.99

• Doorbell Camera Pro (Gen 2) – $249.99

• Indoor Camera Pro – $249.99

• Spotlight Pro + Outdoor Camera Pro (Gen 2) – $649.98

• Indoor Camera – $109.99

• Chime Extender (2-Pack) – $119.98

• Chime Extender – $59.99

• Smart Porch Lighting: Standard Bulbs (A19) – $59.99

• Smart Porch Lighting: Flood Bulbs (BR30) – $69.99

• Smart Porch Lighting: Recessed Bulb (5in–6in) – $54.99

• Smart Plug – $50.00

• Yard Sign – $9.99

• Yard Sign Light – $14.99

• Keypad – $50.00

You can learn more by checking out our Vivint equipment guide.

When you sign up for a Vivint system, expect a $49 installation fee. Other pro-install alternatives to Vivint—like ADT—charge more if you add smart home equipment or security cams, so it's actually a pretty good deal. And if you want a DIY system professionally installed, that service usually starts between $99 and $125.

To get out of your Vivint contract, you’ll need to pay off what you owe and potentially the remaining monitoring fees. This could be thousands of dollars if you have a longer contract. 

Can’t afford to pay off your system and need out of your contract? Vivint offers a cancellation service if you’re facing unfortunate and unexpected circumstances (death, active military service, bankruptcy). You’ll need to contact Vivint customer service to see if you qualify, and you’ll need to provide proof of your circumstances.

Yep, you can also transfer your contract to someone else. Transfering is helpful if you can’t afford the system anymore, but a friend or family member needs a security system. You can even transfer the system to the buyer if you're selling your home. You may need to pay a $99 transfer fee and pay off any financing before making the transfer.

Vivint home security company charges $149 to remove your system and an additional $149 to get your system up and running in your new home if you choose professional installation by the Vivint Smart Home Pros. DIY types can avoid fees by doing it all themselves. If you sign a new agreement when you move, Vivint installs the system for free.

Vivint offers a lifetime warranty on its products with its Premium Service plan. If you don’t choose the Premium Service plan, your equipment has a warranty of 120 days.

If a device is glitching out, Vivint will send in a professional to fix it (free of charge) for up to 120 days after the installation, even without the protection plan. After 120 days, service calls are $49 per visit, and replacement of defective equipment is free. Each service visit has a 60-day guarantee, so if you need another visit, they’re free for three months after the first visit.