Top 10 Car Security Systems
In the United States, a car is stolen every 25 seconds. You don't want your car to be part of the statistics, therefore it is important to know what kinds of security systems are available. Whether a thief tries to break your window, hot wire the vehicle or take the tires off, car alarms can protect your car from harm.
Audiovox Prestige
One of the best-priced car alarms on the market with an average price of only $99. This car alarm allows you to turn on your alarm with a basic lock door function. The LED system on the remote will alert you when your alarm is going off and will indicate what kind of intrusion was made.
Pyle Audio Alarm
Priced at an average cost of $136, this alarm has a complete feature set that includes a remote start function. The system has keyless entry and multiple sirens to indicate different levels of break-ins. When the alarm sounds it makes the vehicle impossible to move, because it disengages the starter switch.
Clarion SR6000
The Clarion SR6000 is readily available at most electronic stores and at online distributors. The system has an average price of $159. The alarm system features a timer on your remote, which can be used on meters to alert you when your time runs out, a remote starter and an alarm system that uses smart sensor detection when someone touches your vehicle. Additionally, it features a anti-grabbing feature which stops anyone from being able to disarm your alarm system.
Direct Electronics Viper 5901
With an average price of $209, the amount of features in this alarm system makes it well worth the money spent. If someone opens your car door, the remote will alert you with a readout that says "door open." The remote will also tell you if you car is running and if you doors are locked. Additionally, the remote is rechargeable with any USB port.
LoJack
LoJack has a tracking system on your car, where police can find and track your car if has been moved. They guarantee your car will be recovered within 24 hours. LoJack systems are customizable and can cost $700 to $1500, depending on the system plan that is set up.
Python 991 Responder LC3 SST
With an average cost of $650, this car alarm has a wide array of features. If your car is broken into, the remote will display a message. The system features shock sensors, which sound an alarm if you car is even slightly moved. Additionally, the starter kill feature works to disable your starter if the alarm has sounded.
Clifford AvantGuard 5.1 with Remote Start
A great price, with an average cost of only $230, this system offers many security features. The system has a glass break sensor and a Medallion2 programmable siren which sounds if glass is broken or the car is broken into. This state-of-the-art system is operated by two 5-button remote controls, which have customized controls for the user.
Crimestopper SP-300
With an average price of $100, this alarm system has the most features for the amount of money. The programmable features included with the system are alarm pre-warning signals, dedicated button on remote, carjack protection, arm/disarm chirps, on-board relay for flashing lights, dome light illumination.
Scy Tek Precision 500
This system has an average price of $175 and has a 30-day money back guarantee to ensure customer satisfaction. The system has over 40 programmable features, which include true RPM sensing for cranking, built-in parking relays, starter disable output and software for easy programming.
David Levy Black Widow BW-Z5
The system has a 5-button two-way transmitter that offers user control and programmable alerts. It allows you to have real-time notification of the systems status as far as 3000 feet away. The system features a car finder option, panic mode alerts and anti-carjack modes. Black Widow systems are found online at authorized retails for an average price of $230.