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Founded in 1991, CPI has built out an impressive lineup of high-tech products backed by attentive service over more than 30 years in the business. You can get basic security coverage from $29.99 and equipment bundles from $499.99. You also get professional installation and a personalized setup. Every system is custom-designed to fit your home and lifestyle. That premium experience does come with a price tag to match, so let’s break down what you’re paying for.
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CPI equipment bundles start at $499.99, which you can finance for as little as $9 per month through CPI’s Smart Pay Program (subject to credit approval). On top of that, professional monitoring is required and runs $29.99, $39.99, or $49.99 per month depending on which tier you choose.
| CPI Security Plan | Monthly Plan Cost | Equipment Cost* |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Security | $29.99 | Starting at $499.99 |
| inTouch Security + Smart Home | $39.99 | Starting at $499.99 |
| inTouch Security + Smart Home + Video | $49.99 | Starting at $499.99 |
* Can be financed for as little as $9/mo. with the CPI Smart Pay Program.
For a limited time, new customers can receive a complimentary inTouch smart-home security system. The promotional package includes an inTouch outdoor HD camera, an inTouch indoor HD camera, and a Touchscreen door lock. That’s a solid bundle if you’re looking to hit the ground running with both security and smart home functionality.
| Basic Security | inTouch Security + Smart Home | inTouch Security + Smart Home + Video |
|---|---|---|
| $29.99/mo | $39.99/mo | $49.99/mo |
| + $499.99 Upfront Costs* | + $499.99 Upfront Costs* | + $499.99 Upfront Costs* |
| Services | Services | Services |
| 24/7 Professional Monitoring | 24/7 Professional Monitoring | 24/7 Professional Monitoring |
| Free Professional Installation | Free Professional Installation | Free Professional Installation |
| Fire, CO & Flood Monitoring | Fire, CO & Flood Monitoring | Fire, CO & Flood Monitoring |
| Home Automation | Home Automation | |
| Video Monitoring | ||
| Equipment | Equipment | Equipment |
| Door and Window Sensors | Door and Window Sensors | Door and Window Sensors |
| Motion Detector | Motion Detector | Motion Detector |
| Control Panel | Control Panel | Control Panel |
| inTouch App | inTouch App | |
| Home Security Camera | ||
CPI Security is based in Charlotte, North Carolina, and was founded in 1991. As the largest privately-held security provider in the Southeast United States, they serve homeowners and renters across North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, and Florida. CPI Security goes beyond security to engage in the communities they serve by investing monetary contributions and employee time to local police, fire departments, emergency medical departments, community organizations, and local non-profits. You can learn more about CPI Security in our review.
MOBILE ALERTS |
CPI Security allows you to configure mobile alerts so that you know what's happening in your home at all times. |
24/7 MONITORING |
CPI Security's systems are monitored by the award-winning regional Southeast headquarters 24 hours a day. |
SURVEILLANCE CAMERAS |
CPI Security's home security cameras let you save recordings and view live video feed. |
PRO INSTALLATION |
CPI security systems are installed by professionals who hold IQ (Installation Quality) certification, meaning they're trained to meet a high standard before they ever set foot in your home. Once your system is up and running, the technician walks you through how it works, how to use it, and how to get the most out of your smart home setup. Every CPI system is fully customized and installed at no cost to you. |
SMART HOME OPTIONS |
The inTouch platform allows you to connect devices and to remotely control your home's system alerts, video monitoring, temperature, and door control. |
DISASTER PROTECTION |
For all-around protection, CPI Security can provide environmental sensors in addition to intrusion sensors. Get alerts in case of threat from carbon monoxide, smoke, and fire. |
REMOTE CONTROL |
The integrated inTouch system gives you access to your entire smart home from one place. CPI Security equipment integrates with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, so you can arm, disarm, and control connected devices with just your voice. |
REMOTE GARAGE CONTROL |
Control your garage door remotely through the inTouch app. You can see whether the door is open or closed, and then close it from wherever you are for ensured peace of mind. |
MEDICAL ALERTS |
At the press of a button, an optional medical pendant will alert CPI Security's monitoring center to send emergency dispatch. |
