Surety vs GeoArm Compared on Experience, Support, and Cost
Experience
Surety
A modern, self-serve web experience
Surety empowers you to manage your own system through the web and get immediate results, without waiting for a human to make changes for you.
GeoArm
A more personal experience
When you want to make a change you fill out a form and wait for a human to handle it.
Support
Surety
Leverage modern tools
Surety support is provided online through the Surety Support Forum or by email.
GeoArm
Live assistance
You can get live 1-on-1 remote technical support, although you may be charged for it.
Cost
Surety
Pay less for more
Surety costs less for Alarm.com service and professional alarm monitoring. Use the tables below to compare.
Can I switch to Surety?
Yes! If you have an Alarm.com account with GeoArm you can easily switch to Surety. Follow the steps to Transfer to Surety.
Compare Plans & Features
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Service Comparison
Surety and GeoArm have more in common than we have differences. But there are a few big differences. Let's compare the service experience point by point. |
Surety | GeoArm |
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| Alarm Platform |
SuretyAlarm.com Only |
GeoArmAlarm.com & Others |
| Professional Monitoring |
SuretyAvantGuard Monitoring |
GeoArmAvantGuard Monitoring |
| Contract Length |
SuretyMonth to Month (no contract) |
GeoArmMonth to Month (no contract) |
| Installation |
SuretyDIY (self-install) |
GeoArmDIY (self-install) |
| Account Management |
SuretySurety System Manager (changes happen immediately) |
GeoArmFill Out Form (wait up to 2 days business days)1 |
| Support Method |
SuretyOnline Only |
GeoArmLive Remote Support Available |
| Support Cost |
SuretyAlways Free |
GeoArmCharges Based On Support Type2 |
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1GeoArm account management forms 2GeoArm remote tech support |
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Monitoring Plans
Monthly cost of equivalent Alarm.com plans with professional monitoring. |
Surety | GeoArm |
|---|---|---|
| Setup Fee |
SuretyAlways Free |
GeoArm$10 |
| Alarm.com Interactive |
Surety$19/month Surety Alarm |
GeoArm$19/month Alarm.com Pro Bronze |
| Alarm.com Interactive Gold |
Surety$22/month Surety Home |
GeoArm$23/month Alarm.com Pro Gold |
| Alarm.com Interactive + Premium Video |
Surety$26/month Surety Protect |
GeoArm$31/month Alarm.com Pro Bronze + Gold Level Video |
| Alarm.com Interactive Gold + Premium Video |
Surety$29/month Surety Complete |
GeoArm$35/month Alarm.com Pro Gold + Gold Level Video |
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Pricing from GeoArm's Alarm.com Pro Interactive Dual-Path page on 5/16/2024. GeoArm Bronze pricing includes $1/month add-on for 6 Hour Supervision which is included in all Surety plans. |
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Add-Ons
Monthly cost of Alarm.com and Professional Monitoring add-ons. |
Surety | GeoArm |
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| Two-Way Voice |
SuretyIncluded free in all plans |
GeoArm$6/month |
| Visual Verification (Video) |
SuretyIncluded free in video plans1 |
GeoArm$14/month |
| Energy Monitoring |
SuretyIncluded free in automation plans2 |
GeoArm$4/month |
| Streaming Video Recorder (SVR) |
Surety1 free, $3/month each additional |
GeoArm$5/month each |
| Extra Premium Video (4 Cameras) |
Surety$5/month |
GeoArm$7/month |
| Arming Schedules |
Surety$4/month |
GeoArm$6/month |
| Connected Car |
Surety$5/month |
GeoArm$10/month |
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Pricing from GeoArm's Alarm.com Pro Interactive Dual-Path page on 5/16/2024. 1Included in Surety Protect and Surety Complete. 2Included in Surety Home and Surety Complete. |
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Surety is Your Home’s Best Friend
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Delightfully powerful
Connect with every aspect of your home in a single, well-integrated app that just works the way you want. Your experience will be second to none.
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Easy to get started
Whether you’re building a new system or you already have equipment, we’ll keep it simple and guide you every step of the way.
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Superior hardware
We use the best in class security alarm, sensors, cameras, door locks, and home automation devices so you always get the best of the best.
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Expert technical support
Our renowned support helps solve your problems faster without wasting your time.
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Better protection
Commercial grade equipment. Industry-leading professional monitoring. Have confidence that your connected home is rock solid and proven secure.
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Affordable monthly plans
Simple, affordable, month-to-month plans. We won’t force you to stick with us. We’ll work to earn your business month after month.
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