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DIY works well for standard homes; professional installation is better for complex layouts, large homes, or non-tech-savvy users."},{"question":"How good is customer service for each?","answer":"SimpliSafe has a 4.5/5 customer satisfaction rating but relies on email/chat support. ADT has 3.8/5 rating but offers phone support and local technicians. SimpliSafe is faster for simple issues; ADT is better if you need in-person help with hardware problems."},{"question":"Which works better with smart home systems like Alexa or Google Home?","answer":"Both systems integrate with Alexa and Google Home for voice control and automation. ADT has slightly deeper third-party integrations (Z-Wave, Zigbee devices). 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