The Abode Gateway is built to work with Z-Wave, Zigbee, and IFTTT technologies which means it is well positioned to work seamlessly with many of the home automation products on the market today and for many years to come. The list of compatible technologies companies many of the most popular brands and devices including: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Nest, Phillips Hue, First Alert, Aeotecx, Yale, Leviton, Kwikset, Danalock, Ecobee, Schlage, and LIFX. Along with these, Abode makes a dedicated effort to keep it’s technology as compatible as possible in order to give it’s customers the widest range in DIY home security options it can.Â
Customer Service
3.5
Coverage
4
Ease Of Installation
4
Pricing
3
Expandability
4.5
Good minimal setup for very basic and reliable home surveillance. While the price point isn’t the lowest the options for professional monitoring, especially for short-term on-demand, are a great feature many people could find useful.