Compare monitored alarm prices

The following is a comparison of two different monitored alarm systems. One including standard “call back” monitoring, and the other including advanced “immediate audio response” monitoring.

Standard “Call back” monitored alarm

Advanced “Immediate audio response” monitored alarm

£96 inc VAT £349 inc VAT

Fully installed Wireless Alarm Industry standard “call back” monitoring. (domestic customers only) Fully installed Wired or Wireless Alarm
AMCO advanced “immediate audio response” monitoring with immediate two way audio communication.

Package includes	Included items
Central Control Panel with on board keypad for programming & local set/unset	1
Built in digital communication equipment	1
High volume internal sounder	1
Magnetic Door Contact fitted to main entrance door	1
Infrared movement detectors fitted in your two most vulnerable rooms	2
Remote 4 button Fob for set/unset with built-in Emergency “panic” facility	1
High profile alarm box for external deterrence	1
1 x Warning signs offering £1000 reward	1

Package includes	Included items
Central Control Panel	1
Built in audio communication equipment	1
Remote keypad for programming and set/unset	1
Independent Speaker/microphone unit	1
Magnetic Door Contact fitted to main entrance door	1
Infrared movement detectors fitted in your two most vulnerable rooms	2
Remote 4 button Fob for set/unset with built-in Emergency “panic” facility. (Wireless systems only)	1
Fixed Emergency “panic” button (Wired systems only)	1
High profile alarm box for external deterrence	1
2 x Warning signs offering £1000 reward	2

Monitoring & maintenance
£17.95 inc VAT
(Minimum 3 year contract) Monitoring & maintenance
£14.95 inc VAT
(Minimum 1 year contract)

Click here to get an immediate online quote >>

View our alarm buyers guide

Click here to get an immediate online quote >>

Compare alarm & monitoring systems

As mentioned, not all monitored alarm systems are the same. The following chart provides a comparison of the different functions of our interactive monitored alarms with other systems. Remember, check the detailed specification of any alarm quote before making a decision. An alarm system is not like a TV or washing machine that one day will be removed, it is like your electricity supply system, it is a fixture within your house:

Comparative alarm features	AMCO “audio response” monitoring”	AMCO “call-back monitoring”	“Bells only alarm”
When the alarm is activated does someone take action immediately?	Yes – Controller listens in to property	Yes – Controller telephones the property	Depends on public response
When someone is detected in the property does the controller challenge the person(s) over a loud speaker system?	Yes	No	No
Do the controller’s challenges or the sirens normally frighten off intruders?	Yes (with 15 years of 100% success)	No	No
When an alarm is activated:-A) Can the controller call the police immediately?B) Does the controller have to telephone the property to get confirmation that it is not a false alarm before any further action can be taken? (i.e action 1 – 2 minutes after activation)	“A” Immediate Action	“B”Action only after making telephone call and/or a confirmation alarm	N/A
How many detectors have to be activated before the police are called?	1	N/A	N/A
In addition to monitoring break-ins, does the system monitor against personal attacks, fire, medical emergencies and power failures?	Yes	Yes	No
Does the system provide immediate two-way audio back up for persons when alone in houses or business premises?	Yes	No	No
In an alarm emergency situation, does the system:-A) provide hands free communication from anywhere in the property?B) require an individual to pick up a telephone somewhere in the property?	“A”Hands Free	“B”Pick-up phone	N/A