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Armorax Security Review – 2018
2018 Armorax Security Review Update
While we were originally impressed with the Armorax Security program, our initial enthusiasm for Armorax has dropped off significantly as the company continues to show signs that it is struggling. There have been a number of changes over the past year that may be cause for concern for potential Armorax customers, and have been reflected in our Armorax reviews summary.
Armorax BBB Rating
The BBB rating has dropped off dramatically from an A (at the time of our original Armorax review) to a C+.
Additionally, the lines of communication are inconsistent.ย In our most recent secret shopping efforts, we have found that even the sales department does not consistently pick up the phone. Inbound calls are typically greeted by a voice mail that instructs one to contact 911 if this is an emergencyโฆor to stay on the line for the sales department.
After 2 or 3 minutes on hold, one is finally greeted by an answering service who will take a name and number for a return call.
This makes one wonder what happens if I have a l problem with my system?
Frequent Pricing and Equipment Changes
Equipment Vendors
Additionally, Armorax has switched manufacturers three times over the past year.ย They have switched from the state of the art 2 Gig Technologies line up, briefly offered theย Interlogix Simon XT, and are now offering the lesser known Resolution Helix panel.
Rate Plan Changes
Moreover, they have also dramatically changed their monitoring rate structure three times in the past year.
In online Armorax reviews, you will find that practically no two sites reflect the same pricing structure.ย Even worse…the rate plans depicted in the reviews are typically not the plans you will find on the web site. (or should I say landing page…more on that later) This is indicative of poor communication between Armorax and their affiliate partners.
They originally offered no contract programsย and programs with Free equipment and monitoring rates as low as $19.99/mo.
Subsequently, they moved away from multiple packages to an all-inclusive rate of $24.99/mo. for security and full home automation. Thisย was an outstanding value, but, it is no longer available.
Their current offering costs $99.00 up front and basic monitoring starts at $34.99 and this does not even include interactive services.ย The mobile app is an additional monthly fee.
Lack of Transparency
Moreover, the total lack of online transparency does little to inspire confidence.
Currently they have a one page website that offers little or no information on the company background, equipment, pricing, monitoring company and services, Mobile App, installation instructions or videosโฆor just about anything else that a potential customer might want to know.
2018 Armorax Security Review Summary
While the company showed great promise originally, we are no longer enthusiasticย aboutย endorsing them as one ofย the top alarm companies. Perhaps it is just a case of a young company going through some growing pains…and they will ultimately prove to be a strong contender.
However, in the interim, in our opinion, there are much better alternatives. Check out our top alarm companies and see how they compare in ourย home security company comparison chart.
Armorax Security has introduced ultra-affordable, full feature monitoring for just $24.99/mo. to catapult to the forefront and challenge the perennial leadersย of our best home security companies list. ย Armorax Security Reviews praise the young company for offering top of the line 2GIG Technologies equipment for free and couple that with super affordable monitoring that includes the most sought after Alarm.com ย home automation features.
Can the new kid on the block compete?
Armorax Security
While they may indeed be the new kid on the block in the world of DIY home security, Armorax is carving out a space amongst the top DIY alarm companies by offering state of the art equipment and a laundry list of options forย customizing the Armorax Blackbox home security system to customer’s individual needs.
Will they succeed in meeting the needs of discerning DIY home security customers? Time will tell…but, the prospects look quite promising so far.
There are few onlineย ย Armorax Blackboxย Reviews,ย but the few we’ve come across are positive. ย
>February 2017 Update< – Armorax aligns with Safe Home Security and Introduces Ultra-affordable monitoring Rate- $24.95/mo. with Alarm.com and Crash and Smash!
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Armorax Blackboxย Reviews – 2018 HSA Review Summary
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Facts and Features
- HSA Rating - 8.1
- BBB Rating -C+
- Years in Business - <5
- SDM Ranking - NA
- Equip. Man -?
- Upfront Costs - $99 Min.
- Min. Monitoring Rate - $34.95
- Contract Length - 36 mo.
- Installation- DIY
- Relocation - Easy
- Equip. Warranty - 3 Year
- Return Policy - 30 Day
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Reputation and Credibility
Armorax ย came on to the DIY home security scene in 2014. ย Located in Chicago, Illinois, Armoraxย quickly established themselves as a legitimate DIY alarm equipment and service provider by offering the very latest in home security products with a wide selection of monitoring options.
Unlike most traditional home security companies, Armorax does not require a long term contract. ย Instead they offer their customers the latest 2 Gig Technologies equipment and the choice of getting a non-monitored, self monitored or professionally monitored home security system.
The website reflects well on the young company. ย It is professional, informative and well laid out. However it could be more transparent in regards to add-on equipment pricing.
While they have a limited track record in the industry, they have been accredited by the BBB and have a C+ rating. ย Even more impressive is the fact that they enjoy a 4.71 out of 5 rating from 60 customer reviews with the BBB.
Armoraxย Monitoring
Armorax offersย the full spectrum of monitoring options. ย A prospective Armorax Home Security System customer can select from:
- Unmonitored with no equipment subsidies
- Self Monitored -with or without a 3 year billing commitment
- Professionally monitored- with or without a 3 year billing commitment
With an unmonitored system there are no equipment subsidies. ย Consequently the basic Armorax Blackbox security system package starts at a rather hefty $649.
For the purposes of our Armorax review, we will focus on the latter two, with the industry standard 3 year monitoring agreement. This is by far the most popular option…and includes generous equipment subsidies.
The Cover plan includes 100% Cellular monitoring for just $19.95. ย This is an exceptional rate for cellular monitoring services.
Both Control and Complete include remote system management and interactive capabilities from the award winning Alarm.com App. This App enables you to manage the security system and ย home automation functions remotely, receive event notifications and observe video on yourย iOS, Android, Blackberry, Windows, Pebble, and Kindle devices…as well as through a standard web browser.
The Control plan, for $29.95/mo. is a self monitored system and does not include professional monitoring or Alarm.com’s Crash and Smash protection.
The Complete package is an exceptional value, which combines maximum equipment subsidies with comprehensive ย interactive capabilities AND top notch professional monitoring services for just $39.95/mo.
>February 2017 Update< – Armorax hasย aligned themselves ย with Safe Home Security and simplified theirย ย rate plan structure by introducing a newย Ultra-affordable monitoring Rate- $24.95/mo. with Alarm.com and Crash and Smash!
That’ right...$24.95….and that rate is NOT an introductory rate. ย It is locked in for the duration of the 36 month agreement.
This is not some bare-boned plan to get you to call in so they can upsell you.
This is a full featured, comprehensive interactive security and home automation plan that includes:
- Alarm.com
- Interactive Service- Arm/Disarm/Notifications and Alerts
- Comprehensive Home Automation
- Video Surveillance Monitoring/Management
- Crash and Smash
- Geo Services….and more.
All for $24.95/mo.
This blows away pretty much every offer in the marketplace…and renders the oldย Armorax offers obsolete.

Features
- Blackbox Price
- 100% Wireless/Cellular
- Intrusion Protection
- Environmental Protection
- 24/7 Professional Monitoring
- Crash and Smash
- Remote Control/Access
- Geo Services
- Home Automation
- Video Monitoring
Cover
- $399.95
- Not included
- Not included
- Not included
- Not included
- Not included
Control
- $199.95
- Not included
- Not included
Complete
- FREE
Pricing and Equipment
Armorax ย security partners with 2Gig Technologies to provide state of the art security equipment. Although 2Gig may not be as wellย known as some other wireless Honeywell, GE/Interlogix, DSC, and Quolsys…the 2Gig control panel offers an unparalleled feature set. It is extremely user friendly and it’s full color touchscreen display is an attractive addition to any household.
With 40 zones, built in cellular, Z-Wave and Wi-Fi…the system has all the technology you need to create a comprehensive security and home automation system.
It is compatible with a full line up of Z-Wave home automation equipment, including:
- Kwikset
- Schlage
- Evolve
- Lutron
- Honeywell
- Yale
- Trane
- Jasco
- LiftMaster
- Leviton
Armorax offersย a substantial equipment subsidy on all the packages with a 3 year monitoring agreement. The Complete package offers a $649 subsidy making the basic Blackbox package FREE with an industry standard 3 year monitoring agreement.
Armoraxย Customer Service
Although Armorax is a relatively new company, they have a solid A BBB rating and very positive feedback on the BBB reviews. While their posted sales/support is rather limited (10AM-6PM M-F), they do offer 24/7 chat support.
Negative 3rd party feedback is virtually non-existent..which is generally a good indicator that they are taking care of their customers.
In addition to offering the full spectrum of billing options, Armorax backs their equipment with a 30 Day Money Back guarantee and a 3 year equipment warranty. ย They’ll even pick up the tabe for return shipping if you are not 100% satisfied!
Overall, it is clear that Armorax is committed to exceeding customer expectations and taking care of their customers.
Armoraxย Review Summary
Armorax is a relative newcomer to the security and home automation industry. ย As such…they have taken extraordinary measures toย earn their stripes.
They are turning the DIY alarm industry upside down by simplifying their monitoring rate structure and offering the best for less….way less! They offer:
Top Of the Line Equipment -2Gig Touchscreenย- 3 Year Warranty
$0 Up Front CostFREE Equipment- NO Shipping
- NO Activation Fee
$24.95Cellular Monitoring…Including:- Alarm.com
- Home Automation
- Crash and Smash
- Geo Services
- Rate Lock Guarantee
- Unconditional 30 Day Satisfaction Guarantee
Armorax has laid down the gauntlet and is poised to take the home security industry by storm.
Consequently, they have skyrocketed up to earn a spot in our HSA Top 5 Best Home Security Companies!
While not yet a household name…they will be.
The pieces are in place for them to becomeย the top contender in the DIY alarm industry. They offer top notch equipment, outstanding monitoring and interactive services….atย the lowest price in the industry.
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Armorax Security Systemsย -Equipment
Blackbox Control Panel-ย 2Gig Technologies
Armorax partners with 2Gig Technologies to offer their customers a comprehensive line-up of state of the art home security equipment.
Control Panel

Armorax Blackbox – 2Gig GC3 Upgrade + Sensors
The brains of the Armorax Blackbox is theย 2GIG Go!Control touchscreen panel.ย The Blackbox houses practically all of the most sought after security and home automation features
- Design- minimalist with full color touchscreen interface.
- 48 Wireless Zones (and 2 Hard Wire Zones)- means it is fully expandable.
- 32 User Codes-enables you to easily control access.
- Cellular โ Includes cellular chip for wireless communication. Eliminates the chance of cut phone or cable lines.
- Z-Wave- Most popular frequency for wireless home automation devices.
- Wi-Fi internet capabilities- enables local weather displays and over the air updates.
- Severe Weather Alerts- available for early warning emergency response.
- Over the Air Updates โ Uses Wi-Fi connection to update softwareย .
- Alarm.com Interactive Services- Control and interface with your system from any computer, tablet or mobile device.
Security Sensors
Door Contacts-In addition to standard wireless door and window contacts,ย Armorax also offers:
- Bypass Door/Window Contact- enables you to temporarily bypass a zone at the touch of a button without having to disarm the system.
- Recessed Door/Window Sensor- Drilled into a wod door fram…is hidden from view.
- Garage Door Contact- For overhead garage doors, this tilt sensor detects a change in the angle of an overhead garage door.
Interior Protection
- Motion Detectors- standard PIR (passive infrared) pet immune (up to 40 lbs.) sensors cover a 30โ x 35โ area.
- Glass Break Detectors- are dual technology acoustic sensors that detect the sound of breaking glass in rooms with multiple windows.
- Image Sensors-combine an integrated still camera with a motion detector. Can be interfaced with the Alarm.com mobile app to enable e-mail or text alerts when movement is detected.
Life Safety Devices
- Wireless Smoke Sensor- This triple duty smoke detector combines a photoelectric smoke detector, fixed and rate of rise heat detector and a low temperature freeze detector- all in one unit.
- Firefighter Module-enables you to incorporate all interconnected, UL listed hardwired smoke detectors into your system
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors-sense the presence of CO.
ย
Miscellaneous
- 4 Button Key Chain Remote- convenient key fobs which enable you to arm and disarm the system initiate a panic alert.
- Wireless Remote Panic Button- this water resistant panic button can even be worn in the shower.
- Universal Garage Door Opener- can be synchronized with the 4 button key fob.
- Home Disaster Sensor- This triโmode sensor detects flooding, freezing and rapid rises in temperature.
Home Automation
- Z-Wave Thermostat- This programmable thermostat can help save on the energy bill. It can be easily programmed and controlled from anywhere through the interactive interface and can even be set to adjust the temperature when the system is armed or disarmed.
- Z-Wave Plug In Modules- plug in directly to standard wall receptacles and control attached lamps or appliances at the touch of a button through the 2GIG control panel, or any internet connected computer, tablet or mobile device through the interactive services of Alarm.com.
Video Cameras
Armorax also hasย doorbell and indoor security cameras available.ย All cameras are wireless and viewable through the internet through your wi-fi connection. Keep in mind, the cameras still require a power connection.
The Armorax Blackbox is the basic configuration including the 2Gig GC2 Control panel, 2 door sensors, a motion sensor, window stickers and yard sign. It can be upgraded to the GC3 Panel, with a 7″ touchscreen display for just $49, and can be fully customized to meet individual needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Armoraxย Home Security measureย up to the competition?
While Armorax is a relatively new player in the DIY home security system arena, their Blackbox security program looks very promising.ย Time will tell whether they will be able to meet the customer service and tech support demands of a growing customer base.ย ย One might feel more comfortable entrusting one of ourย Top 5 Rated Alarm Companiesย to protect their home or family. ย For a quick side by side comparison, click on the tabs below.
Armoraxย vs ย Protect America vs Frontpoint vs Link Interactive Security
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Facts and Features
- HSA Rating - 8.1
- BBB Rating -C+
- Years in Business - <5
- SDM Ranking - NA
- Equip. Man -?
- Upfront Costs - $99 Min.
- Min. Monitoring Rate - $34.95
- Contract Length - 36 mo.
- Installation- DIY
- Relocation - Easy
- Equip. Warranty - 3 Year
- Return Policy - 30 Day
Protect America

Facts and Features
- HSA Rating - 8.8
- BBB Rating - A
- Years in Business - 20+
- SDM Ranking - 15
- Equip. Man - GE
- Upfront Costs - $0
- Min. Monitoring Rate - $19.99
- Contract Length - 36 mo.
- Installation- DIY or Pro
- Relocation - Easy
- Equip. Warranty - Lifetime
- Return Policy - 14 Days
Link Interactive

Facts and Features
- HSA Rating - 9.4
- BBB Rating - A+
- Years in Business - 60+
- SDM Ranking - NA
- Equip. Man - 2Gig/Qolsys
- Upfront Costs - $99.00
- Min. Monitoring Rate - $30.99
- Contract Length - 12+
- Installation- DIY
- Relocation - Easy
- Equip. Warranty - 36 Months
- Return Policy - 30 Days
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Why choose Armorax Blackbox over the competition?
Why choose Armorax Blackbox over the competition?
Other than the fact that the competition has been around longer or offers professional installation…Arrmorax makes an extraordinary case for becoming the front runner in almost anyone’s selection process. They offer:
- Top of the Line Equipment
FREE basic 2Gig Technologies GC2starter kit with 3 Year agreement$24.95 Monitoring Rate with Full Alarm.com Interactive Services- No Installation, Activation or Shipping Fees
- 3 Year Warranty
- Guaranteed Rate Lock…with extended renewal rate guarantee
AND…with an industry leading 30 Day Money Back Guarantee- with no restocking fee and FREE shipping (both ways)….what have you got to lose?
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Do I need a permit to install an Armorax Security system?
Is it compulsory to procure a burglar alarm permit to put in an Armorax Security system?
Because the Armorax alarm system is getting remotely supervised with the objective of making use of emergency response services, lots of local municipalities need to have a permit. In most cases, this will involve standard application with a city police or sheriffโs department as well as some sort of manageable charge. You will likely be expected to provide the name, address and phone number of Armorax, as well as the C.O.P.S.monitoring station, as theย ย two organisations happen to be different. While most Armorax Security Reviews don’t mention it, when permits will be required, almost all towns will stipulate a 1 time payment to enroll your alarm system, while some towns must have a yearly renewal also. Within towns with higher criminal offense and false alarm rates, failure to register can result in some sort of refusal to respond to places that don’t possess a burglar alarm permitโฆalthough this can be somewhat exceptional. However, you may be subject to various other fines if law enforcement officials, fire or emergency medical services might be sent to a residence without a permit in towns in instances where one is requested. Even if a permit is in fact procured, almost all cities will likely assess fines with regards to frequent false alarms. The vast majority of communities have got procedures put in place where the 1st One or two dispatches usually do not require penalties. Subsequent to which fines generally rise from $25-50 for the initial enforceable offenseโฆto $100-200 for succeeding repeat infractions. That’s why, it is necessary that Armoraxย customers communicate with the local area police department, determine what permits are expected, acquire a complete understanding of the local policies and be certain they consider the crucial simple steps to forestall false alarms.
Ways to prevent false alarms with Armorax.
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Armorax has false advertising. They state that they are offering.Then when you call and they find you are a renter, you have to pay $39.99 a month, and a $199.00 installation fee. This is not honest advertising, right from the start how can you trust such a company: “There’s no catch. Check out these FAQs! For a very, very limited time only, Armorax is offering customers the same exact monitoring plan sold by companies like Frontpoint, ADT and Vivint for only $24.95/month. That’s pretty much a 50% discount month after month and several hundred dollars in savings over a 36-month term.Your rate of $24.95/month is locked for the entire 36-month term. The contract will mention the price lock. After the contract is over, you will own the equipment too! ” http://www.armorax.com
Emi,
I can appreciate your sentiments. However, I think you will find that virtually all advertised home security promotional offers that include deeply discounted equipment prices and/or monitoring rates assume and require home ownership.
The reason for this is that these companies subsidize the cost of equipment based on the expectation that they will recover these losses in the long run with the monitoring fees. Unfortunately, the cancellation and/or non-payment rate among renters is substantially higher than homeowners…creating much greater risks of incurring losses.
Morever, while the Armorax “renters” offer is very competitive, I know that they are committed to bringing the most compelling offers to the marketplace for both renters and homeowners…and we will feature any new updates as they become available.
I hope that you will find the right program to meet your needs.