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Best Home Security for Apartments with No Contract - YouTube Video
Posted July 29, 2026 by Cove
Here at Cove, a lot of our customers are renters. How come? Well, the simple answer is that Cove is amazing for apartment renters. In fact, we think that Cove is the best system there is for apartments. Cove offers incredible protection, 24/7 monitoring, and also is super portable. But there’s so many more reasons to choose Cove.
In this video, we’re going to explain why Cove is the Best Home Security system for apartments with no contract.
Hey guys, it’s Doug here. I’m a husband, father of five, and I’ve worked in the security industry for almost 20 years. I’m also the host of Cove’s YouTube channel!
So why exactly is Cove perfect for apartments? Let’s get into it.
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Completely Portable System The first reason is that Cove is a completely portable system. It’s not hardwired into your home like other security systems are. If you move, all you have to do is take down your system and set it up at your new place. What Cove offers is portability, which is a really modern approach to home security. You won’t be charged for moving.
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Peel and stick The next reason Cove is great for apartments is because of our peel and stick sensors and cameras. Cove is a DIY system - which means Do It Yourself - so it is easy to setup yourself. The peel and stick feature make setup a breeze - just peel, and stick. The peel and stick feature also minimizes damage to doors and walls. If you need to move, you can easily take down your sensors and cameras without damaging doors and walls -- and this way, your landlord can’t charge you for extra damages.
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Fast DIY Setup Another reason apartment renters love us is the fast setup. On average, setup only takes 27 minutes to complete. At Cove, we have this ad we’ve been running where a little girl sets up the system on her own in a few minutes. But really, setting Cove up IS that fast.
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Low Equipment Cost. The next reason apartment renters choose Cove is our low equipment cost. Traditional home security companies charge thousands of dollars for equipment. Cove is a fraction of the cost. Also, with Cove you can pick and choose the equipment you want - want more cameras and less sensors, or more sensors and less cameras? With Cove you can do that.
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Low Subscription Cost Next is our low subscription cost. If you’re renting, you probably don’t have too much money to pay for security. And that’s okay. With Cove, we have budget-friendly plans that you can afford. Our professional monitoring fee is as low as $22.99/month. That way, you can secure your apartment, even with a tight budget.
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Doorbell Cameras The next reason Cove is great for apartments is our Doorbell cameras. Our Doorbell cameras help protect your packages, and will alert you when someone or something is outside your door. Our contextual AI notifications provide even more detailed information, such as “Man in Yellow Shirt outside door with dog”. This is a great feature for apartment security, so you always know what is going on around you.
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In App Monitoring. Want to check in while you’re away? Cove has in-app monitoring and video streaming. From our app, you can view live camera feeds from your Cove cameras. This is helpful if you get an alert or if you want to check in on your pets. Also, you can also talk through your cameras with 2-way communication, so you can ward off intruders or talk to your delivery driver.
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4.6 star rating The next reason Cove is the best for renters is our customer rating. We have 4.6 stars on TrustPilot, with 7,600 reviews and counting. That’s a lot of good reviews! For comparison, SimpliSafe has 3.7 stars, Vivint has 3.8 stars, Ring has 1.3 stars, and ADT has 1.2 stars on TrustPilot. Cove definitely wins in this category.
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24/7 Professional Monitoring. You want to protect your apartment day in and day out. That’s why this next feature makes Cove great for apartments: 24/7 professional monitoring. Every day, hundreds of our customers alarms go off and we have a dedicated monitoring team that handles all of these alarms. If there’s a break-in, we’ll send the police to your place. We also have 24/7 Customer Support.
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No Contract Lastly, a reason many people choose Cove is that we have No Contract. You aren't locked into a contract like other security companies. If you ever are unhappy with your service, you can cancel your subscription easily. Having no contract is also helpful because you can start and stop service when you need. If you are on a tight budget and you need to take a break for a few months, you can cancel Cove and then start back up when you have the money.
There really are a ton of reasons you should choose Cove to protect your apartment. To recap, the reasons are: Completely Portable System, Peel and Stick, Fast DIY Setup, Low Equipment Cost, Low Subscription Cost, Smart Doorbell Cameras, In App Monitoring, 4.6 Star Rating, 24/7 professional monitoring, and no contract.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cove is super affordable and has no contract. Also, you can take it with you if you move, and set it up at your new place. This makes it a perfect system for renters.
Cove has 4.6 stars on TrustPilot, with 7,600 reviews and counting.
Cove sensors are installed by peeling off a protective tab, and sticking the sensor directly to the door/window/wall. Peel and stick is a non-invasive method for attaching sensors to surfaces. This means it's perfect for renting - there's no drilling holes necessary.
Cove is a fit for buyers who want DIY setup, professional monitoring, and no long-term contract.
Cove is designed for DIY installation. When you set it up, a on-screen guide will walk you through the entire process. Setup takes on average 27 minutes!
Cove has no contracts. Cancel anytime, without cancellation fees.
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