SimpliSafe Home Security App

SimpliSafe Home Security App

by SimpliSafe, Inc.

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 14, 2012
  • July 14, 2026
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Control your home security system remotely from your iPhone or iPad. Arm or disarm your system, receive instant alerts, and view a detailed timeline of events. Live video streaming is also available with compatible cameras.

Remote arm/disarm
Instant notifications
Event timeline
Live video streaming
System control
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What's New in SimpliSafe Home Security App

2300.88.0

July 14, 2026

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

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📈 200+5

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Last updated on July 19, 2026.

User reviews

Terrible

I accidentally disconnected my WiFi router and once everything was back up and running, the SimpliSafe app will not work no matter what I do. I’ve contacted customer service to troubleshoot the base and keypad and the agents barely know what they’re doing. While they’re telling me that my system is showing as active in their end, the app is not reflecting that. It’s all a mess. I give up with this company.
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Oops—misleading information displayed

The app continues to display “There is a power outage” even after power has been restored. Apparently, the only way to clear this message is to conduct a physical power cycle restart and you must be at the physical location at the base station—there is no remote to fix this software “glitch.”

What happened

It started a little bit ago and I couldn’t get doorbell to connect to WiFi. Finally did resets. Now it says incorrect WiFi password. It’s the same password as my other 7 cameras and one I’ve been using for 7 years. So now I am stuck BC taking wall mount on and off I have to replace transformer plus camera doesn’t work. Then last night cameras were recording like crazy but none of the live feeds worked. All great WiFi strength but says disconnected from WiFi.
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Recent updates broke the app

App now unusable, wrongly says not connected to wifi

Delayed Alerts & Frustrating App

The motion detection is consistently delayed, making it unreliable when it matters most. Notifications often arrive well after the person has already left, defeating the purpose of a security system. On top of that, the app is slow, buggy, and frustrating to use. It frequently lags, takes too long to load live view, and the overall user experience is poor. I expected much better from a home security company. I wouldn’t recommend this app unless these issues are fixed.
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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Frequent app crashes and login issues

Bug

Sensors going offline or malfunctioning

Bug

Inconsistent camera performance and connectivity

Bug

Requested Features

4 requests

Option to delete camera recordings

Feature

Geofencing for automatic arming/disarming

Feature

Integration with Apple HomeKit and Google Home

Feature

Customizable sensor settings and zones

Feature

FAQ

What can I do with the SimpliSafe app?

The app allows you to control your SimpliSafe security system from anywhere. You can arm and disarm the system, receive instant notifications about events, and view a detailed timeline of all activity. If you have a SimpliSafe camera, you can also watch and capture live video feeds.

Is the SimpliSafe app free to use?

The app itself is free to download and use. However, the functionality and features available may depend on your SimpliSafe system's subscription plan and any associated hardware like cameras.

What devices is the SimpliSafe app compatible with?

The application is designed for iPhone and iPad devices, allowing users to manage their security system on the go.

Can I see live video from my cameras through the app?

Yes, if you have a SimpliSafe camera connected to your system, you can watch live video feeds directly through the app. You can also capture video clips for later review.