ADT Smart Services

ADT Smart Services

by ADT Fire and Security plc

19 ratings
104 reviews
Free

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Remotely control and monitor your home security system. Receive instant alerts for security or safety events, and view live video streams from your cameras. Customize scenarios to fit your lifestyle and automate actions like turning on lights.

Remote alarm control
Instant security alerts
Customizable scenarios
Automated lighting control
Intelligent motion detection
Live video streaming
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What's New in ADT Smart Services

5.13.7

June 2, 2026

• Behind the scenes improvements to power future features

User reviews

Endless loading

The endless “spinning wheel of death” (aka the loading screen) is not something you want to see when you’re trying to use your home security system.

Unfortunately, that’s pretty much all the ADT app gives me. It simply doesn’t work: the loading wheel spins endlessly, with no error message and no way to access the alarm controls.

For a security app, reliability isn’t a nice-to-have. It’s the whole point.
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Not easy to use

Terrible layout, confusing, features and settings hidden away and hard to find or understand. Cant record/download clips as and when you need, the geofence rules not easy to understand - I’ve had to leave it as the engineer set it as I’m worried I may accidentally disable something. I somehow managed to get a voice warning on one the cameras, but for the life of me I can’t find the setting to disable that again. If you are used to Ring and HIKVision app (which is incredibly logical and easy to use) you will find this app confusing and illogical. Kinda put me off ADT if I’m honest, you have to trust what the engineer has done and leave it at that unless you spend hours testing and figuring it out for yourself. Also to add, in an emergency ADT can’t even access your camera so they have no idea what is going on the property, all they do is call you, you have to check for yourself and call the police. Rubbish to be honest. My Rung cameras does practically the same thing. Would get Verisure next time as they can see what’s going on - tell you if a car has pulled up to your drive and read you the number plate and call the police if needed + their app is easy to use. I have HIKVision in a commercial property and Ring cameras in another house so I can compare and Verisure on almost all my family properties. Not a happy fella.
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Add to account management

Cancel contract

Poor equipment, poor customer service.

Batteries drain in just a few weeks. AI assist is of no help.

Too complicated

This is the worst app I use. Features are not easy to find. Very difficult to set recording rules.

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Reported Bugs

18 issues

App takes 5+ minutes to arm/disarm alarm

Bug

Doorbell video fails to load before visitor leaves

Bug

Connection timeouts and frequent disconnections

Bug

Verification codes not arriving for login

Bug

New user codes not syncing with keypad

Bug

Widget settings not saving (doorbell sensitivity reverts)

Bug

App unable to find new router after broadband change

Bug

Force bypass option selected automatically every time

Bug

Saved video clips inaccessible via app (works on web browser)

Bug

Live video feed connection fails while alerts still work

Bug

App crashes when attempting to set alarm

Bug

Inconsistent sensor open/closed status display

Bug

Rules and schedules not saving properly

Bug

App constantly logs out users

Bug

False motion detection from rain and animals despite settings

Bug

Alarm doesn't trigger despite being armed

Bug

App doesn't update status after panel changes

Bug

Notifications not sent for alarm triggers

Bug

Requested Features

15 requests

iOS 18 widget support restoration

Feature

Bi-weekly and monthly access scheduling options

Feature

Smaller time increment options (less than 30 minutes)

Feature

Better notification management and filtering

Feature

Apple Home and Matter compatibility

Feature

CarPlay integration

Feature

Improved multi-user access with role-based permissions

Feature

Time-based automation rules and daily routines

Feature

IFTTT and Shortcuts integration

Feature

Ability to rename sensors and customize device names

Feature

Video call-style doorbell notifications instead of notification stream

Feature

Facial recognition implementation

Feature

Remote system reset capability for power outages

Feature

Improved color night vision for cameras

Feature

Tablet device support

Feature

FAQ

What does ADT Smart Services do?

ADT Smart Services allows you to remotely control and monitor your ADT security system. You can set or unset your alarm, receive instant notifications for security events, and view live video streams from your cameras, all from your iOS device.

What are the key features of ADT Smart Services?

Key features include remote alarm control, instant security and safety alert notifications, customizable scenarios for alerts and user access, automated lighting control, intelligent motion detection with cloud recording, and live video streaming from your cameras.

How much does ADT Smart Services cost?

The app itself is activated upon purchase and after installation by an ADT engineer. This implies a cost associated with the ADT security service and installation, rather than a direct app purchase or subscription fee.

What devices is ADT Smart Services compatible with?

ADT Smart Services is compatible with Apple devices, specifically iOS smart phones and tablets. It requires purchase and installation by an ADT engineer to be activated.

What are common use cases for ADT Smart Services?

Common use cases include remotely checking if your alarm is set, receiving immediate alerts if a door or window is triggered or smoke is detected, automating lights to simulate presence, and viewing live video feeds of your property while you are away.